Job Advertisement: Head Pizza Chef at Hello Bello Pizza Pty Ltd

Location: 179 Bluff Road, Black Rock, 3193
Salary: $74,000 per year

About Us:
Hello Bello Pizza Pty Ltd is a fast-growing, local pizza restaurant in Black Rock, known for our delicious, high-quality pizzas and exceptional customer service. We’re looking for an experienced and passionate Head Pizza Chef to lead our kitchen team and maintain the standard of excellence our customers have come to love.

Position Overview:
As the Head Pizza Chef, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of our pizza kitchen. This includes overseeing the preparation and production of high-quality pizzas, managing a team of kitchen staff, maintaining stock levels, and ensuring the smooth running of the kitchen. You’ll play a key role in upholding the consistency of our menu and contributing to the overall success of Hello Bello Pizza.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Staff Management:

• Lead, motivate, and manage a team of kitchen staff, ensuring efficient operations and a positive work environment.
• Assign tasks and monitor progress to ensure high standards of performance.
• Conduct training and development sessions to improve kitchen skills and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Resolve any personnel issues or conflicts, ensuring the team operates cohesively.

Menu & Recipe Development:

• Oversee the preparation and cooking of wood-fired pizzas, ensuring each pizza meets our high standards of quality and presentation.
• Develop and implement new recipes and menu items, keeping the menu fresh and exciting for our customers.
• Maintain consistency across all orders to ensure customer satisfaction.

Quality Control & Food Safety:

• Monitor food quality and presentation at all stages of production to maintain consistency and excellence.
• Ensure that all food safety and hygiene standards are met, including regular cleaning and maintenance of kitchen equipment and work areas.
• Ensure all food items are prepared according to safety guidelines and that all kitchen staff adhere to health and safety procedures.

Stock Control & Inventory Management:

• Oversee inventory control, ordering ingredients, and ensuring that stock levels are maintained.
• Work with suppliers to ensure the timely delivery of fresh and quality ingredients.
• Minimise food waste and ensure the kitchen operates efficiently within budget constraints.
• Track and manage stock levels, perform regular stock takes, and update inventory records.

Operational Efficiency:

• Coordinate kitchen operations during peak and off-peak times to ensure smooth and efficient service.
• Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment.
• Maintain a clean and organised kitchen environment, ensuring adherence to safety regulations.

Customer Focus & Feedback:

• Take feedback from customers to continually improve the quality of food and service.
• Ensure that every pizza served is of the highest quality and meets customer expectations.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 5 years experience managing a pizza shop independently.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong knowledge of pizza preparation, cooking techniques, and menu development.
• High standards of food quality and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well under pressure.
• A valid Food Handling Certificate and knowledge of food safety regulations.
• Ability to manage stock control and ordering processes.
• A passion for delivering great food and a positive customer experience.

If you are a seasoned pizza chef with a passion for leadership and a commitment to excellence, we would love to hear from you!