Chef de Partie - Sous Chef | il Vigneto Pizzeria il Vigneto at Rochford Wines is looking for an experienced Pizza & Pasta Chef to join our small, professional kitchen team in the Yarra Valley.

We are looking for someone with proven experience in an Italian restaurant who can confidently run a section independently, but also has the skills and initiative to step up and lead the kitchen when required.

Our menu focuses on wood-fired Neapolitan pizza, pasta, antipasto and desserts, using quality seasonal produce and our estate wines.

This position would suit an experienced Chef de Partie looking to progress into a Sous Chef role, or an established Sous Chef looking for a hands-on position in a quality venue.

About the role

- Run the pizza and pasta section confidently and efficiently
- Prepare and cook consistently to a high standard during service
- Assist other sections and help keep the kitchen running smoothly
- Lead the kitchen team when required
- Assist with ordering, stock rotation, stocktakes and waste control
- Maintain high standards of food quality, cleanliness and food safety
- Contribute ideas and help maintain and improve our kitchen standards

About you
- Proven experience in an Italian restaurant is essential
- 2–3+ years' experience in a commercial kitchen
- Strong knowledge of Italian food and cooking
- Experience with a wood-fired pizza oven




- Experience hand-stretching pizza is an advantage
- Fresh pasta experience is an advantage
- Confident working independently and running your own section
- Able to work well as part of a small team
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Calm and capable under pressure
- A positive, hands-on, can-do attitude
- Available to work weekends, including Saturday nights
- Own transport is essential as the venue is not accessible by public transport

What we offer
- Full time or part-time – we're flexible for the right person
- Attractive salary based on experience
- A consistent 3-day trading week: Friday lunch, Saturday lunch & dinner, Sunday lunch
- Immediate start
- Sponsorship will be considered for the right candidate
- Weekly wine bonus for all staff
- Generous staff discounts on Rochford Wines purchases
- A supportive, close-knit team and a beautiful Yarra Valley location

If you're a chef experienced in Italian cuisine who takes pride in your food and is ready to take ownership of a section – or take the next step into kitchen leadership – we'd love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV and tell us a little about your experience.

Application Question(s)

- What is your expected salary?

Education:
- Certificate I - IV (Required)

Experience:
- Italian cuisine: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Pizza/Pasta Chef (Coldstream)
🏢 Rochford Wines
📍 Coldstream