PIZZA CHEF / CHEF

LIPT Bentleigh; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

LIPT Bentleigh is seeking an experienced Pizza Chef to lead the pizza section and assist in the main kitchen. The role involves prep work, maintaining high standards, and delivering exceptional pizza and kitchen service in a busy environment.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of experience, knowledge of wood-fired ovens, hand stretching skills, and a strong eye for quality and hygiene. Sponsorship may be available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years experience as a Pizza Chef or in a similar role.
• Knowledge of wood-fired ovens.
• Hand stretching skills.
• Creativity for menu development beyond pizzas.
• Excellent communication and presentation.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Positive attitude and genuine interest in day-to-day operations.
• Understanding of Hygiene, Food Safety and OH&S standards and compliance.
• Experience in effectively maintaining and managing set ups, changeovers, and handover to high standards.
• Outstanding attention to detail and time management.
• Calm and composed demeanour in a fast-paced environment.
• Sponsorship available for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Operate the pizza section and assist in the main kitchen with prep work and general chef duties.
• Maintain high standards of quality and presentation in a busy kitchen.
• Manage set ups, changeovers, and handovers to ensure smooth service.

Skills

Wood-fired ovens knowledge

Hand stretching skills

Menu development creativity

Communication

Immaculate presentation

Relationship building

Autonomy & teamwork

Positive attitude

Hygiene, Food Safety & OH&S

Time management

Calm under pressure

Job description

A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Pizza Chef with skills to match in the main kitchen, looking for the next step in their career.

Salary dependant on experience - ABOVE AWARD.

Opportunity to grow within the business.

We are looking for someone that can operate the pizza section as well as run the main kitchen (involving prep work and general chef duties) to their highest standard and work comfortably in a busy environment.

Two wood fired ovens that are at the heart of the space, our food revolves heavily around these and a menu that highlights them - with pizza being a major part of the food offering.

The food offering is simple, produce driven and progressive.

The space can seat up to 75 at full capacity with a front bar, booths, back courtyard and middle dining room

About You

Experience is essential so you will have at least 2+ years experience as a Pizza Chef and/or Chef or similar role. In addition you will have:

Knowledge of Woodfire Ovens

Hand stretching skills

Creativity for menu development - not just limited to pizzas

Exceptional communication and immaculate presentation

Ability to build and maintain effective relationships

Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and as a team

Demonstrate positive attitude and genuine interest in the day to day operations

Understanding of Hygiene, Food Safety and OH&S standards and compliance

Experience in effectively maintaining and managing set ups, changeovers, closedown and handover to high standards

Excellent attention to detail

Outstanding time management during preparation and service periods

Calm and composed demeanour and ability to work well in a fast-paced environment

SPONSORSHIP AVAILABLE FOR THE RIGHT CANDIDATE