Pizza Chef
| Posting date: | 14 May 2025 |
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| Salary: | £13 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 June 2025 |
| Location: | TQ7 2BY |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | The Pigs Nose Inn |
| Job type: | Temporary |
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Summary
We are looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Pizza Chef to join our kitchen team at Pigs Nose Inn, a much-loved country pub known for its quality food and eclectic live music programme. You'll take ownership of our pizza offering, from hand-stretching dough to firing up orders during packed-out gigs. If you’re passionate about proper pizza, thrive under pressure, and love the buzz of a busy service, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:
Pizza Production: Prepare, cook, and present high-quality pizzas using fresh, locally sourced ingredients and house-made dough.
Prep & Portioning: Manage daily mise en place, dough preparation, toppings, sauces, and garnishes.
Oven Operation: Confidently run a pizza oven (wood-fired or stone deck), maintaining consistent temperatures and fast turnaround during busy services.
Service Flow: Work closely with the kitchen and front-of-house teams to deliver timely, accurate orders—especially during peak times and live music nights.
Standards & Hygiene: Maintain high levels of cleanliness and comply with food hygiene and health & safety regulations.
Stock & Ordering: Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering and inventory for the pizza section.
Menu Input: Bring creativity and seasonal ideas to the pizza menu, including specials for events and themed nights.
Requirements:
Previous experience making pizzas in a high-volume kitchen or similar environment.
Skilled in dough handling, stretching, and working with fresh, quality ingredients.
Experience with pizza ovens (wood-fired or electric/deck) essential.
Ability to stay calm and efficient during busy services.
Understanding of food safety and allergen protocols.
A passion for good food, music, and creating great guest experiences.
Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and event nights as part of a rota.
We are looking for someone to work up until the end of September.
What’s in it for you?
Salary: Annual OTE of up to £30,000 per annum based on a full-time 48 hour per week contract + £300 per month in service charge
Share of tips
25% discount on all food and drink
Annual holiday (up to 33 days)
Family-friendly, flexible working & free entry to band and comedy gigs
Accommodation Support
Key Responsibilities:
Pizza Production: Prepare, cook, and present high-quality pizzas using fresh, locally sourced ingredients and house-made dough.
Prep & Portioning: Manage daily mise en place, dough preparation, toppings, sauces, and garnishes.
Oven Operation: Confidently run a pizza oven (wood-fired or stone deck), maintaining consistent temperatures and fast turnaround during busy services.
Service Flow: Work closely with the kitchen and front-of-house teams to deliver timely, accurate orders—especially during peak times and live music nights.
Standards & Hygiene: Maintain high levels of cleanliness and comply with food hygiene and health & safety regulations.
Stock & Ordering: Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering and inventory for the pizza section.
Menu Input: Bring creativity and seasonal ideas to the pizza menu, including specials for events and themed nights.
Requirements:
Previous experience making pizzas in a high-volume kitchen or similar environment.
Skilled in dough handling, stretching, and working with fresh, quality ingredients.
Experience with pizza ovens (wood-fired or electric/deck) essential.
Ability to stay calm and efficient during busy services.
Understanding of food safety and allergen protocols.
A passion for good food, music, and creating great guest experiences.
Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and event nights as part of a rota.
We are looking for someone to work up until the end of September.
What’s in it for you?
Salary: Annual OTE of up to £30,000 per annum based on a full-time 48 hour per week contract + £300 per month in service charge
Share of tips
25% discount on all food and drink
Annual holiday (up to 33 days)
Family-friendly, flexible working & free entry to band and comedy gigs
Accommodation Support