Summary: Rizzo's is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to support the Head Chef, lead the kitchen team, oversee prep and cooking, and maintain high standards for quality and timing. Highlights: 1. Lead kitchen team through busy services and oversee prep and cooking 2. Ensure every dish meets quality and timing standards 3. Develop leadership skills and mentor others in a dynamic environment Lower Hutt’s favourite lil’ pizzeria! Enjoy a taste of Italy, whether it’s comfort carbonara loaf, woodfire pizza, or a chicken parm with the family. Add a cocktail to the mix in our garden bar, and let’s make a night of it. Rizzo's is looking for a skilled Sous Chef to support our Head Chef and lead the team through busy services. You’ll oversee prep and cooking across the kitchen, maintain communication between the front and back of house, and ensure every dish meets our quality and timing standards. You’ll also help manage ordering, costs, training, and kitchen organisation, stepping up when the Head Chef is away. To succeed in this role, you’ll need at least two years’ experience as a Senior Chef de Partie or Sous Chef, an NCEA Level 4 qualification in cookery, and leadership experience or a strong desire to develop those skills. You’ll thrive under pressure, enjoy mentoring others, and bring creativity and consistency to every service.
Trademe · HR
Trademe · HR
