Chef de partie - Full time position

Melbourne Hospitality People; Saint Kilda Junction; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Melbourne Hospitality People – Essendon VIC seeks an experienced full-time Pizza Chef to own the busy pizza section at Essendon Fields. 100% sourdough program, high-volume services, and close collaboration with the Head Chef set the environment.

The successful candidate will manage dough fermentation, hand stretching, and ensure speed, consistency and quality across services. Competitive salary based on experience and strong team support are offered.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Pizza Chef.
• Confident hand stretching dough.
• Proven ability to work efficiently in a high-volume kitchen.
• Calm, reliable and consistent under pressure.
• Available across weekdays, evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage 100% sourdough pizza dough.
• Monitor fermentation, proofing and dough quality.
• Hand stretch and shape pizzas consistently.
• Cook pizzas accurately during high-volume services.
• Take ownership of pizza-section preparation, service and pack-down.
• Maintain consistent portioning, presentation and cooking standards.
• Assist with ordering, stock rotation and waste control.
• Maintain food-safety and kitchen-cleanliness standards.
• Work closely with the Head Chef and wider kitchen team.
• Support restaurant, function and event services as required.

Skills

Dough fermentation

Hand stretching dough

High-volume kitchen

Time management

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Team player

Weekends availability

Job description

Melbourne Hospitality People – Essendon VIC

Mr McCracken is seeking an experienced full-time Pizza Chef to take ownership of our busy pizza section at Essendon Fields.

Our pizzas are made using 100% sourdough, so the successful candidate must have genuine experience with dough production, fermentation and hand stretching. This is a high-volume venue, requiring someone who can maintain speed, consistency and quality throughout busy services. Oven is a Electric pizza master deck oven.

Key responsibilities

Prepare and manage 100% sourdough pizza dough

Monitor fermentation, proofing and dough quality

Hand stretch and shape pizzas consistently

Cook pizzas accurately during high-volume services

Take ownership of pizza-section preparation, service and pack-down

Maintain consistent portioning, presentation and cooking standards

Assist with ordering, stock rotation and waste control

Maintain excellent food-safety and kitchen-cleanliness standards

Work closely with the Head Chef and wider kitchen team

Support restaurant, function and event services as required

About you

Previous experience as a Pizza Chef

Confident hand stretching pizza dough

Proven ability to work efficiently in a high-volume kitchen

Strong organisation, timing and attention to detail

Calm, reliable and consistent under pressure

Able to maintain quality and speed during peak service periods

Positive and team-focused attitude

Available across weekdays, evenings and weekends

Secure, full-time hours

Competitive salary based on experience

Work with a genuine 100% sourdough pizza program

Support from an experienced Head Chef and senior management team

Career development opportunities within Melbourne Hospitality Group

Professional, energetic and supportive kitchen environment

About us

Mr McCracken is a busy, established hospitality venue located at Essendon Fields. Known for high-volume services, functions and events, the venue offers a quality, produce-driven menu and is part of Melbourne Hospitality Group.