We are seeking a skilled and passionate Pizza Chef to join our team. As a Pizza Chef, you will play a crucial role in creating delicious and visually appealing pizzas that will delight our customers. Your expertise in dough preparation, sauce creation, and pizza assembly will help us maintain our high standards of quality and customer satisfaction. If you have a passion for pizza-making and take pride in your craft, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Pizza chef responsibilities:
Prepare and hand-stretch dough to create the perfect pizza base, ensuring consistency in size and thickness.
Create and customize pizza toppings according to customer preferences, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.
Prepare and cook a variety of pizzas in different styles, such as Neapolitan, using traditional techniques and modern equipment.
Monitor and adjust oven temperatures to ensure pizzas are cooked to perfection and have a crispy crust.
Maintain a clean and organized workstation, following strict food safety and sanitation guidelines.
Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure timely and efficient food preparation.
Assist in the development of new pizza recipes and menu items, keeping up-to-date with industry trends and customer preferences.
Stay knowledgeable about ingredient quality, freshness, and seasonality, ensuring the use of the highest quality ingredients.
Uphold proper portion control and minimize waste through proper production planning and inventory management.
Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and maintain proper hygiene practices at all times.
Pizza chef required skills
Proven experience as a Pizza Chef or similar role, with a deep understanding of pizza-making techniques and the ability to consistently create high-quality pizzas.
Strong knowledge of dough preparation, sauce making, and pizza assembly, including the ability to hand-stretch dough and create visually appealing pizza presentations.
Proficiency in working with a variety of pizza ovens and equipment, ensuring optimal baking conditions.
Excellent attention to detail to ensure each pizza is accurately prepared according to customer specifications.
Strong time management skills and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Ability to work collaboratively with a team and communicate effectively to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
Creativity and willingness to experiment with new flavors and ingredients to develop unique and delicious pizza creations.
Knowledge of food safety and sanitation guidelines, ensuring compliance with all regulations.
Required qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
Formal culinary training or relevant certification is preferred.
Proven experience as a Pizza Chef or similar role in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as needed.
Ability to stand for long periods and lift heavy objects, such as pizza trays or bags of ingredients.
Strong customer service skills and the ability to handle customer inquiries and special requests in a professional and friendly manner.
Morning and weekends are part of the schedule
Note: This job description serves as a general guideline and may be subject to change based on the needs of the organization.