Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and design a menu of specialty pizzas, incorporating both classic and innovative ingredients.
- Prepare pizza dough, sauces, and toppings from scratch, following authentic and creative recipes.
- Maintain the highest standards of food quality, ensuring consistency in taste, presentation, and portion control.
- Collaborate with the kitchen team to manage inventory and order ingredients as needed.
- Monitor food preparation and ensure adherence to health and safety regulations, including proper food storage and hygiene practices.
- Stay updated on pizza trends and continuously experiment with new flavors, toppings, and techniques.
- Train and mentor kitchen staff on proper pizza preparation, baking techniques, and presentation.
- Manage pizza oven operations, including wood-fired or other specialty ovens.
- Handle customer requests and feedback regarding the pizza menu, including any dietary preferences or restrictions.
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Pizza Chef, particularly with specialty or gourmet pizzas.
- Expertise in dough handling, fermentation, and pizza cooking methods (wood-fired, stone, etc.).
- Strong knowledge of various ingredients, from cheeses and meats to vegetables and herbs.
- Creativity and a passion for culinary innovation.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle high-pressure situations.
- Excellent time management, organizational, and leadership skills.
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations in food preparation.
Preferred:
- Culinary degree or certification.
- Experience with international pizza styles (Neapolitan, Sicilian, Roman, Turkish etc.).
- Knowledge of modern pizza-making trends and techniques.
This job is for a 37.5 Hour Week.
Sponsorship is available for this vacancy.
Experience must be between 6-12 Month compulsory in Speciality Pizza Making.