Job Info
Location: GOLDEN BEACH, QLD
Salary: Award
Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position
Job Description
Pizza Chef – Full Time Nasone Pizzeria & Bar – Golden Beach, QLD Nasone Pizzeria & Bar is a family-owned Italian restaurant located in Golden Beach on the Sunshine Coast.
We specialise in authentic Roman-style pizzas, fresh pasta dishes, and traditional Italian cuisine, using high-quality local produce and premium imported ingredients. We are currently seeking a qualified and experienced Pizza Chef to join our team. Position Details:
Full-time position available Annual salary: $75,000 – $85,000 (depending on experience) Immediate start
Golden Beach, QLD Key Duties & Responsibilities: Menu Planning & Food Costing
Plan and contribute to seasonal menu development, including pizza selections, pasta dishes, and specials. Design event or function-specific menus where required. Estimate food and labour costs.
Monitor portion control and minimise food wastage. Ordering & Stock Control Order kitchen and food supplies including:
Flour (00 flour), yeast and dough ingredients Italian cheeses (mozzarella, pecorino romano) Smallgoods (Italian sausage, finocchiona salami)
Fresh vegetables and herbs Meats and seafood Monitor stock levels and rotate stock according to FIFO principles.
Freeze and preserve food items where appropriate. Food Preparation Prepare ingredients including:
Pizza dough (mixing, proofing, portioning and stretching) Fresh sauces (e.g., tomato sugo) Vegetable preparation
Meat preparation and portioning Pasta preparation where required Ensure mise en place is completed prior to service.
Cooking & Service Stretch, top and cook pizzas using commercial pizza ovens. Prepare and cook pasta and other menu items using appropriate cooking methods including baking, roasting, sautéing and boiling.
Ensure quality of dishes at all stages of preparation, cooking and presentation. Maintain consistency in flavour, texture and appearance. Work efficiently during fast-paced lunch and dinner service.
Quality, Safety & Hygiene Ensure compliance with food safety standards and hygiene regulations. Maintain a clean and organised kitchen.
Monitor temperature control, storage and handling of food. Ensure safety and hygiene conditions of prepared and cooked food at all times. Team & Communication
Discuss food preparation issues with managers, kitchen staff and wait staff. Supervise kitchen operations during service when required. Assist in selecting, training and mentoring junior kitchen staff.
Essential Requirements: Minimum 2 years' relevant experience as a Chef or Pizza Chef. Experience preparing and cooking pizzas in a commercial kitchen.
Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Strong teamwork and communication skills.
Passion for authentic Italian cuisine and attention to detail are highly regarded.