Experienced Pizza Chef – Full-Time | Contemporary Neapolitan Style | Camden NSW

Buon Appetit – Camden, NSW

Job Type: Full-Time (38+ hours per week)

Location: 40 Elizabeth Street, Camden NSW 2570

About Us

Buon Appetit is a busy, family-owned Italian restaurant located in the heart of Camden. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality Italian cuisine, fresh ingredients and exceptional food in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

We are currently seeking an experienced, skilled and reliable Pizza Chef to join our kitchen team on a full-time basis.

Our pizza offering focuses on contemporary Neapolitan-style pizza, and we are looking for someone who understands the craftsmanship, techniques and consistency required to produce exceptional pizzas.

This position is suited to an experienced pizza chef who takes pride in their work, thrives under pressure and can confidently manage a busy pizza section.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare, stretch, top and cook contemporary Neapolitan-style pizzas to a consistently high standard.
- Demonstrate excellent knowledge of pizza dough preparation, hydration, fermentation and handling techniques.
- Maintain consistency in pizza quality, presentation, cooking and portion control.
- Manage the pizza section independently during busy lunch and dinner services.
- Work efficiently and accurately in a high-volume restaurant environment.
- Complete daily preparation, including dough production, ingredient preparation and stock rotation.
- Maintain a clean, organised and efficient workstation.
- Follow food safety, hygiene and workplace procedures.
- Assist with ordering, stock management and minimising food waste.
- Communicate effectively with other chefs and kitchen staff to ensure smooth service.

Essential Requirements

- Minimum 3 years of professional pizza-making experience,



preferably specialising in Neapolitan or contemporary Neapolitan-style pizza.
- Strong understanding of dough fermentation, hydration, proofing and hand-stretching techniques.
- Proven experience working in a busy, high-volume restaurant or pizzeria.
- Ability to produce consistent, high-quality pizzas while maintaining speed during peak service.
- Confidence working independently and managing your own section.
- Excellent time management, organisation and attention to detail.
- Strong understanding of commercial kitchen food safety and hygiene standards.
- Reliable, punctual and capable of working effectively as part of a team.
- Ability to work under pressure without compromising food quality.
- Must be available to work weekends, including Saturday and Sunday.

Working Hours & Availability (NON-NEGOTIABLE):

Buon Appetit operates:

- Wednesday to Friday – 2PM till CLOSE
- Saturday and Sunday – 10AM till CLOSE

Applicants must be available to work across our full operating schedule, including every Saturday and Sunday. Weekend availability is a mandatory requirement of this full-time position.

What We Offer

- Full-time employment with stable, ongoing hours.
- Competitive remuneration based on experience and qualifications, in accordance with applicable award requirements.
- Supportive, friendly and family-owned working environment.
- A busy, established restaurant with a strong local reputation.




- Opportunity to work with quality ingredients and develop your skills.
- A professional kitchen environment focused on quality, teamwork and consistency.

Important Information for Applicants

This position is open to applicants currently residing in Australia with valid working rights.

- Local applicants from Camden, Campbelltown, Macarthur and surrounding areas are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. - PLEASE DO NOT APPLY
- Overseas applicants seeking employer sponsorship should not apply.
- Applicants must have unrestricted or otherwise suitable working rights for full time employment in Australia.
- Previous professional pizza-making experience is essential. This is not an entry-level or training position.

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Pizza Chef with a passion for contemporary Neapolitan-style pizza and are looking for a reliable, full-time position in a busy Italian restaurant, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume outlining your relevant pizza-making experience, previous employment and availability.

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend a practical trial to demonstrate their skills and suitability for the position.

Buon Appetit | 40 Elizabeth Street, Camden NSW 2570

Pay: $68,000.00 – $78,000.00 per year

Application Question(s):

- Are you currently residinging in or near Camden or Surrounding Suburbs?
- Do You Require Sponsorship?
- Please tell us a little about yourself, career wise and personal.

Experience:

- Pizza Making/Chef: 3 years (Required)

Language:

- English (Required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (Required)

Location:

- Camden NSW 2570 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Experienced Pizza Chef – Full-Time | Contemporary Neapolitan Style | Camden NSW
🏢 Buon Appetit
📍 Camden