Pizza Chef

About the role

Join an established hospitality team and play a key role in Etti's kitchen. This hands-on position is responsible for preparing and cooking consistently high-quality pizzas and a range of other dishes, supporting efficient kitchen service and helping develop a fresh, modern menu suited to a busy local bar.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare pizza dough, sauces, toppings and ingredients for a range of menu dishes to approved recipes and production standards.
• Prepare, cook and present pizzas and other menu items using woodfired and commercial kitchen equipment.
• Monitor cooking temperatures, cooking times, food quality and presentation throughout service.
• Maintain consistent portioning, flavour and presentation across all dishes while managing food costs and minimising waste.
• Plan daily preparation levels and ensure ingredients and supplies meet service requirements.
• Work closely with kitchen management and front-of-house staff to deliver efficient, timely service.
• Contribute ideas for new pizzas, dishes, seasonal specials and improvements to existing recipes.
• Support, train and guide junior kitchen staff in food preparation, cooking techniques and safe work practices.
• Maintain a clean, organised workstation and comply with food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements.
• Assist across all kitchen sections as required during busy periods.

About you

• Relevant commercial cookery qualifications, or equivalent demonstrated industry experience.
• At least two years' experience as a Pizza Chef, Chef or Cook in a busy commercial kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of dough preparation, fermentation, pizza assembly and oven management.
• A passion for hospitality and producing consistently high-quality food.
• Sound understanding of food safety, allergen awareness and kitchen hygiene requirements.
• Good organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to perform under pressure.
• A hands-on, team-oriented approach with clear communication skills.
• Flexibility to work a rotating roster, including days, evenings, weekends and public holidays.