Melbourne Hospitality People – Essendon VIC
Mr McCracken is seeking an experienced full-time Pizza Chef to take ownership of our busy pizza section at Essendon Fields.
Our pizzas are made using
100% sourdough
, so the successful candidate must have genuine experience with dough production, fermentation and hand stretching. This is a high-volume venue, requiring someone who can maintain speed, consistency and quality throughout busy services. Oven is a Electric pizza master deck oven.
Key responsibilities
Prepare and manage 100% sourdough pizza dough
Monitor fermentation, proofing and dough quality
Hand stretch and shape pizzas consistently
Cook pizzas accurately during high-volume services
Take ownership of pizza-section preparation, service and pack-down
Maintain consistent portioning, presentation and cooking standards
Assist with ordering, stock rotation and waste control
Maintain excellent food-safety and kitchen-cleanliness standards
Work closely with the Head Chef and wider kitchen team
Support restaurant, function and event services as required
About you




Previous experience as a Pizza Chef
Confident hand stretching pizza dough
Proven ability to work efficiently in a high-volume kitchen
Solid organisation, timing and attention to detail
Calm, reliable and consistent under pressure
Able to maintain quality and speed during peak service periods
Positive and team-focused attitude
Available across weekdays, evenings and weekends
Secure, full-time hours
Competitive salary based on experience
Work with a genuine 100% sourdough pizza program
Support from an experienced Head Chef and senior management team
Career development opportunities within Melbourne Hospitality Group
Professional, energetic and supportive kitchen environment
About us
Mr McCracken is a busy, established hospitality venue located at Essendon Fields. Known for high-volume services, functions and events, the venue offers a quality, produce-driven menu and is part of Melbourne Hospitality Group.
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