Pizza Chef

Tempo; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals on shift

28 days paid holiday

Hands-on training and growth

Job summary

Tempo is a newly opened neighbourhood focused pizza and wine restaurant in West London serving thin and crispy pizzas with an Italian twist.

We’re looking for a talented Second Pizza Chef to join our small, passionate team. You’ll love working with dough, appreciate great ingredients and take pride in the details, with hours 2-10pm Wed-Sun and immediate start. Up to £21/hour including tronc, with meals on shift and 28 days holiday.

Qualifications

• Previous hands-on experience with pizza and dough.
• Good understanding of fermentation and dough handling.
• Solid knife skills and preparation of fresh ingredients.
• Strong attention to detail and quality produce.
• Ability to work efficiently, stay calm under pressure and take initiative.
• Positive attitude and team spirit.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dough, manage fermentation, divide and ball.
• Stretch, top and bake pizzas in our PizzaMaster deck oven.
• Prepare fresh ingredients, sauces and daily mise en place.
• Deliver quality, consistency and efficiency during busy services.
• Support Head Pizza Chef and step up when needed.
• Participate in R&D, new product sourcing and specials.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and kitchen organisation.

Skills

Pizza dough handling

Fermentation knowledge

Knife skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Availability evenings weekends

Right to work in UK

Tools

PizzaMaster deck oven

Job description

West Ealing, W13 | Full-time | Up to £21/hour (including tronc). . Good dough. Great ingredients. Serious crunch.. . At Tempo, we’re all about New York inspired pizza with an Italian twist.. . Think carefully fermented dough, thin and crispy bases, bold flavours and creative toppings inspired by Italian cuisine, made with fresh, seasonal produce.. . We’re looking for a talented and motivated Second Pizza Chef to join our small, passionate team. Someone who loves working with dough, appreciates great ingredients and takes pride in the details.. .

The role.

• Preparing dough, managing fermentation, dividing and balling.
• Stretching, topping and baking pizzas in our PizzaMaster deck oven.
• Preparing fresh ingredients, sauces and daily mise en place.
• Delivering quality, consistency and efficiency during busy services.
• Supporting the Head Pizza Chef and stepping up when needed.
• Getting involved in R&D, new product sourcing, seasonal specials and menu development.
• Maintaining high standards of food safety, cleanliness and kitchen organisation.

What we’re looking for.

• Previous hands‑on experience with pizza and dough.
• Good understanding of fermentation, preferments (including biga) and dough handling.
• Solid knife skills and confidence with fresh ingredient preparation.
• Strong attention to detail and appreciation for quality produce.
• Ability to work efficiently, stay calm under pressure and take initiative.
• A positive attitude, team spirit and genuine passion for food.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends.
• Right to work in the UK.

What we offer.

• Up to £21 per hour (including tronc).
• Average 40 hours per week, depending on business needs.
• Meals on shift.
• 28 days paid holiday.
• Hands‑on training and opportunities to grow.
• The opportunity to develop your skills and take on more responsibility.
• A friendly, supportive team where your ideas matter.

Experience: Required
Employment: Full-time
Schedule: Wednesday - Sunday 2-10pm
Salary: £18 – £21 hourly
Benefits: Inc tronc
Starting time: Immediate start!

About Tempo:

Tempo is a newly opened neighbourhood focused pizza and wine restaurant in West London serving thin and crispy pizzas.