Head Pizza Chef
Hello Bello Pizza – Black Rock
Hello Bello Pizza is a casual, family-friendly, slightly upper-market wood-fired pizzeria in Black Rock. Pizza is our core product, supported by a tight menu of complementary dishes. We're now looking for an experienced Head Pizza Chef to take full ownership of the kitchen and lead our team long term.
The Role
This is a hands-on leadership position working 38–40 hours across 5 days per week, with flexibility to rotate Sundays on and off. You will have complete control of the kitchen, supported by a small, well-structured team.
You will be responsible for:
* Wood-fired pizza production using 24–72 hour fermented dough
* Full dough prep and recipe control
* Menu creation and development
* Leading service and setting kitchen standards
* Training, mentoring, and motivating a team of 5–7 staff
* Ordering, stock control, costing, and waste management
* Rostering and day-to-day kitchen organisation
* Maintaining clean systems and calm, efficient service under pressure
You will usually work alongside at least one other team member during service.
What We're Looking For
Essential:
* Minimum 2 years in a managerial kitchen role
* Minimum 2 years as a wood-fired pizza chef
* Comfortable producing 200–300 pizzas per night with a team
* Strong understanding of broader kitchen operations
* Confident in the kitchen as well cooking pastas, preparing salads, and managing a mixed menu
* Proven ability to lead under pressure
Personality fit:
* Calm, level-headed leader
* High energy and motivating
* Creative but systems-focused
* Takes pride in consistency, structure, and team culture
What We Offer
* Full-time contract (38–40 hours)
* Competitive salary based on experience
* Long-term, stable role
* Genuine creative input and kitchen ownership
* Opportunity to grow and expand with the business
* Visa sponsorship available for the right candidate
* Pay will dependent on experience and qualifications
The Opportunity
This role suits someone who wants more than just service shifts — someone who wants to build a kitchen, lead a team, and leave their mark on a growing business.