Chef

Via Napoli Pizzeria is looking for an experienced and passionate Chef to join our kitchen team. We’re looking for more than someone who can simply cook. We want a Chef who can take ownership of their section, maintain high standards during busy services, contribute ideas to the menu and help develop the junior members of our kitchen team. If you love authentic Italian food, enjoy working in a fast-paced kitchen and want to be part of an established Sydney hospitality group, we’d love to hear from you. THE ROLE Working alongside our Head Chef and experienced kitchen team, you will: • Take responsibility for the preparation and service of your allocated kitchen section • Coordinate preparation and service during busy periods • Monitor the quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation • Assist with menu planning and developing or refining dishes and recipes • Contribute ideas for seasonal dishes, specials and menu improvements • Assist with food-cost, portion and waste control • Determine ingredient requirements and assist with stock ordering • Monitor stock levels, quality and freshness of ingredients • Assist with training and supervising cooks, apprentices and junior kitchen staff • Guide junior staff on cooking techniques, preparation methods and presentation standards • Liaise with the Head Chef and front-of-house team regarding service, dietary requirements and special requests • Maintain excellent food safety, hygiene and kitchen standards • Help ensure Via Napoli's food remains consistent, authentic and of the highest quality ABOUT YOU We’re looking for someone who: Has previous experience as a Chef in a busy restaurant environment Can confidently manage and organise a kitchen section Has strong cooking and food preparation skills Understands food costing, portion control, stock management and waste reduction Is comfortable training and providing direction to junior kitchen staff Works calmly and efficiently under pressure Takes pride in consistency and presentation Is reliable, organised and a strong team player Has a genuine passion for Italian food and hospitality Has relevant commercial cookery qualifications and/or equivalent experience Has experience with Italian cuisine – highly regarded WHY JOIN VIA NAPOLI? Via Napoli is an established Sydney Italian restaurant brand built around authentic food, quality ingredients and genuine Italian hospitality. We offer: • Stable full-time employment • Competitive salary based on skills and experience • An established and busy restaurant environment • A supportive and experienced kitchen team • Quality ingredients and authentic Italian cooking • Opportunities to develop your skills and take on greater responsibility • Career progression within a growing hospitality group APPLY NOW If you're an experienced Chef looking for a role where you can contribute beyond the stove and become an important part of the kitchen team, we'd like to hear from you. Apply with your CV and a short introduction outlining your experience. Via Napoli Pizzeria Authentic Italian food. Quality ingredients. Passion in every service.