Pizza Chef
Moretti Ristorante Pizzeria is an established Italian restaurant in Leichhardt, Sydney. The restaurant specialises in traditional Italian cuisine and authentic pizza, with a focus on quality ingredients, consistent standards and professional kitchen operations.
We are seeking an experienced full-time Pizza Chef to join our kitchen team.
Duties and responsibilities
- Prepare pizza dough, including mixing, kneading, proofing, portioning and storage.
- Stretch and shape pizza bases by hand.
- Prepare sauces, cheeses, vegetables, meats and other pizza ingredients.
- Chop and prepare vegetables for pizza toppings and other kitchen preparation.
- Prepare and cook traditional Italian pizzas according to restaurant recipes and standards.
- Operate and maintain the restaurant’s commercial pizza oven safely and efficiently.
- Control oven temperatures and cooking times to ensure consistent results.
- Develop pizza menu items and seasonal specials in consultation with management.
- Estimate food, ingredient and labour requirements for pizza production.
- Monitor the quality of pizzas throughout preparation, cooking and presentation.
- Maintain consistent presentation, portion sizes and recipe standards.
- Demonstrate pizza-making techniques and train kitchen staff in preparation and cooking procedures.
- Coordinate pizza orders during busy service periods.
- Monitor ingredient and stock levels and assist with ordering supplies.
- Minimise food waste and ensure ingredients are stored correctly.
- Clean and maintain pizza preparation areas, equipment and utensils.
- Comply with food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements.
- Work closely with chefs, kitchen staff and management to maintain efficient kitchen operations.
Qualifications and experience
- A relevant qualification, such as Certificate III or Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, or an equivalent qualification.
- At least two years of relevant experience as a Pizza Chef or in a closely related position.
- Demonstrated experience preparing pizza dough and cooking authentic Italian pizza.
- Experience operating a commercial pizza oven.
- Sound knowledge of Italian ingredients, recipes and pizza-making techniques.
- Ability to maintain quality and consistency in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills.
- Ability to train and support other kitchen staff.
- Good understanding of food safety, hygiene and sanitation requirements.
- Strong attention to detail and pride in food quality and presentation.
Applicants should provide a current résumé and their availability for an interview.
Pay: $75,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year
Experience:
- Pizza chef: 5 years (Preferred)
Work Authorisation:
Work Location: In person
