We're looking for an experienced Chef who is comfortable working independently in our Pizza and Function section, is organised and self-motivated, and brings a friendly personality to the role.
Our values are to empower others, be respectful and compassionate, maintain skilled standards, operate with honesty and integrity, and recognise hard work.
And our core philosophy is simple: making others feel good, feels great!
THE JOB
As our Pizza & Functions Chef, you'll work across our wood-fired pizza offering and function catering, helping us deliver consistently great food and service.
With additional hours in the main kitchen as required each week.
Your responsibilities will include:
Preparing, topping and cooking pizzas in our wood-fired pizza oven
Preparing and delivering food for functions, events and group bookings
Completing preparation and service independently when required
Maintaining excellent food quality, consistency and presentation
Keeping your section organised, stocked and ready for service
Engaging with customers and contributing to a welcoming atmosphere
Maintaining high standards of personal presentation, cleanliness and hygiene
Following food safety and WHS requirements
Supporting the wider kitchen and venue team as required
ABOUT YOU
Previous experience working with a wood-fired pizza oven




Be confident working independently and managing your own workload
Be self-motivated, organised and reliable
Work calmly and efficiently during busy services
Have a friendly, confident and approachable personality
Be comfortable interacting directly with customers
Take pride in your personal presentation and uniform standards
Work well as part of a broader kitchen and venue team
As this is a customer-facing Chef role, great presentation, communication and personality are important parts of the position.
AVAILABILITY
To be considered for this role, you must be available to work over a 7-day roster, with Thursday to Sunday being key trading periods.
The position is available as full-time, casual or part-time; can be considered.
THE PERKS
Full-time
A varied role across wood-fired pizza, functions and events, and main kitchen
Group-wide employee discounts
Health and financial benefits such as partnerships with Bupa and MyBudget
Support from a great kitchen and venue team
Opportunities for development across Matthews Hospitality Group
Work with a proudly South Australian, family-owned hospitality group
If you have proven wood-fired pizza and functions experience, enjoy working independently and love being part of the customer experience, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now!
The Windmill
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📌 Pizza And Function Chef (South Australia)
🏢 Matthews Hospitality
📍 South Australia