Pizza Chef – Full Time

Victorian Fresh Produce Experts Pty Ltd; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Victorian Fresh Produce Experts Pty Ltd – Sunshine VIC is seeking a dedicated Pizza Chef to lead daily pizza preparation and production with a focus on quality, presentation and food safety.

You will prepare dough, sauces and toppings, cook pizzas to a high standard, and support the team during peak service times while maintaining hygiene and stock control. Prior pizza kitchen experience is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Pizza Chef or similar kitchen role.
• Strong knowledge of pizza preparation and cooking.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Prides themselves on quality and consistency of food.
• Excellent attention to detail and hygiene compliance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dough, sauces and toppings for pizzas.
• Cook pizzas to a high standard.
• Manage the pizza station during busy service.
• Keep prep areas and equipment clean and organised.
• Maintain food safety and hygiene standards.
• Monitor stock levels and minimise waste.
• Assist with menu ideas and pizza innovations.
• Collaborate with deli/food team.
• Provide a positive customer experience.

Skills

Pizza dough prep

Pizza cooking

Food safety

Attention to detail

Team player

Job description

Victorian Fresh Produce Experts Pty Ltd – Sunshine VIC

As our Pizza Chef, you will be responsible for the day-to-day preparation and production of pizzas, ensuring consistently high standards of quality, presentation and food safety.

Key responsibilities

• Preparing pizza dough, sauces and fresh toppings
• Preparing and cooking pizzas to a consistently high standard
• Managing the pizza station during busy service periods
• Ensuring food preparation areas and equipment are kept clean and organised
• Maintaining food safety and hygiene standards
• Monitoring stock levels and minimising food wastage
• Assisting with menu preparation and new pizza ideas
• Working closely with the wider deli and food team
• Providing a positive experience for our customers

About you

• Has previous experience as a Pizza Chef or in a similar kitchen role
• Has strong knowledge of pizza preparation and cooking
• Can work efficiently and calmly in a fast-paced environment
• Takes pride in the quality and consistency of their food
• Has excellent attention to detail
• Understands food safety and hygiene requirements
• Is reliable, punctual and well presented
• Works well independently and as part of a team
• Is flexible to work across a 7-day trading environment
• Experience with high-volume pizza production and commercial kitchen operations will be highly regarded

About us

Gasko's House of Fresh is a well-established fresh food destination located in the heart of Sunshine, offering quality fruit and vegetables, continental groceries, deli products and prepared food. Our focus is on fresh ingredients, quality products and great service.

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Quality fresh ingredients and products
• Supportive, hands-on team environment
• Opportunity to contribute ideas and grow our pizza offering