About the role

We are looking for an experienced Chef to join our kitchen team. You will prepare, cook and present food to a consistently high standard, with a focus on wood-fired pizza preparation and cooking. You will operate and manage a wood-fired oven safely and efficiently, hand-stretch pizza dough quickly and consistently during busy periods, and prepare pizzas and other menu items in accordance with established recipes and standards. Working independently and confidently, you will manage multiple orders efficiently during service, maintain consistency in portion sizes, presentation and food quality, and contribute to smooth kitchen operations during peak service.

Key responsibilities
Prepare, cook and present food to a consistently high standard
Prepare dough, sauces, toppings and other ingredients required for service
Hand-stretch pizza dough quickly and consistently during busy periods
Operate and manage a wood-fired oven safely and efficiently
Monitor oven temperature and cooking times to achieve consistent results
Prepare and cook pizzas and other menu items in accordance with established recipes and standards




Maintain consistency in portion sizes, presentation and food quality
Manage multiple orders efficiently during busy service periods
Maintain a clean, organised and hygienic kitchen throughout service
Follow appropriate food storage, food safety and hygiene procedures
Full drivers licence
Police clearance & DCSI screens will be required

About you
Previous experience working as a Chef in a busy commercial kitchen
Demonstrated experience with wood-fired cooking
Proven ability to work confidently with a wood-fired oven
Strong hand-stretching pizza skills
Ability to work independently and take responsibility for kitchen operations during service
Ability to work efficiently in a very rapid-paced, high-pressure environment
Excellent organisation and time-management skills
Ability to prioritise tasks and manage multiple orders simultaneously
Solid attention to food quality, consistency and presentation
Valuable knowledge of food safety, hygiene and safe food-handling practices

📌 Cook Lewiston (Australia)
🏢 Locale woodfire catering
📍 Australia