Job Description

Gourmet Pizza Chef

We are dedicated to crafting exceptional gourmet pizzas that tantalize taste buds and elevate dining experiences. Our commitment to quality ingredients, creative flavours, and excellent service has earned us a loyal following in the community. As we continue to grow, we're seeking a passionate Gourmet Pizza Chef with strong leadership skills to join our team and help lead our kitchen to new heights.

We are looking for an experienced Gourmet Pizza Chef who not only has a flair for creating delicious pizzas but also possesses the

leadership qualities to effectively manage kitchen operations

. The ideal candidate will be a culinary artist with a keen eye for detail, a knack for innovation, and a passion for delivering outstanding culinary experiences.

Responsibilities:

Lead the pizza kitchen team in all aspects of food preparation, cooking, and presentation, ensuring consistency and excellence in every dish. Develop and refine gourmet pizza recipes that showcase creativity, quality ingredients, and unique flavour combinations. Oversee inventory management, including ordering ingredients, monitoring stock levels, and minimizing waste. Maintain high standards of food quality, safety, and sanitation ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen. Collaborate with the management team to develop seasonal menus, specials, and promotions. Manage kitchen expenses to optimize efficiency and profitability. Foster a positive work environment that encourages teamwork, creativity, and continuous improvement.

Requirements:

Proven experience as a Pizza Chef or similar role in a high-volume restaurant or pizzeria. Extensive knowledge of pizza dough, sauces, toppings, and cooking techniques. Strong leadership and communication skills. Creative culinary vision with a passion for experimenting with new flavours and ingredients. Excellent organizational and time management abilities. Understanding of food cost control and kitchen management best practices. Food safety certification is mandatory.
Benefits:

Competitive salary based on experience and performance. A supportive work environment where your creativity and leadership skills are valued and rewarded.
If you're a talented Gourmet Pizza Chef with a passion for culinary excellence and leadership, we'd love to hear from you! Please submit your resume, along with a cover letter detailing why you're the perfect fit for this role.

Approximate operating hours

Thursday 3 - 7:30 (June, July, August only) Friday 1 - 8:30 Saturday 1 - 8:30 Sunday 1 - 4:30 Stat holidays as needed One other day for ordering, organizing, prepping, etc.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

Discounted or free food Flexible schedule On-site parking
Language:

English (required)
Work Location: In person