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Pizza Chef Courses in Cairns

A Pizza Chef prepares pizzas, manages ingredients, maintains kitchen efficiency, and creates quality food, often working varied shifts.

How do I become a Pizza Chef in Cairns?

Get qualified to work as a Pizza Chef with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

Common questions

In Australia, a full time Pizza Chef generally earns $1,440 per week ($74,880 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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Employment numbers in this industry are expected to grow strongly in coming years. There are currently 114,000 people working in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as a Pizza Chef. Pizza Chefs may find work across all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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A Certificate III in Commercial Cookery is an ideal qualification if you’re planning a career as a Pizza Chef. This course will give you the skills to prepare and cook a range of contemporary dishes including meat and poultry, seafood, fruit and vegetables, cakes and breads, desserts, soups and sauces.

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Pizza Chef careers

If you're looking to kick-start your culinary career, our Pizza Chef courses in Cairns offer an excellent pathway into the vibrant world of hospitality. One of the leading courses available is the Certificate III in Commercial Cookery SIT30821, which is ideal for beginners with no prior experience. Delivered by top-notch providers like Frontier Education, this course will equip you with the essential skills needed to excel as a pizza chef in bustling Cairns.

Enrolling in a Pizza Chef course in Cairns not only provides valuable cooking techniques but also opens doors to related job roles within the culinary field. Upon completion, graduates often pursue exciting career options such as a Catering Assistant, Apprentice Chef, or even a Chef. Additionally, roles like Kitchen Attendant or Pastry Chef are great options for those looking to specialize in specific areas of the culinary arts.

Our Pizza Chef courses in Cairns are part of a broader spectrum of training in the hospitality industry, encompassing areas such as Cookery and Catering and other Tourism, Travel and Hospitality courses. With the dynamic dining scene in Cairns, there has never been a better time to pursue a culinary qualification and secure a rewarding job. Join the ranks of skilled culinary professionals who create delicious pizza and enrich the Australian dining experience!