Italian Pizza Chef

Italian Pizza Chef – Job DescriptionPosition: Italian Pizza Chef

Department: Kitchen / Food & Beverage

Experience: 2–5 years preferred

Employment Type: Full-time

Job SummaryWe are looking for a skilled and passionate Italian Pizza Chef who can prepare authentic, high-quality Italian pizzas while maintaining consistency, hygiene, and kitchen standards.

• Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare authentic Italian pizzas according to recipes and quality standards.
• Make and handle pizza dough, including fermentation, proofing, stretching, and shaping.
• Operate pizza ovens and maintain correct cooking temperatures.
• Prepare pizza sauces, toppings, cheese, and other ingredients.
• Maintain consistency in taste, size, presentation, and portioning.
• Ensure proper food storage, FIFO, and minimum wastage.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the pizza station and kitchen.
• Check the quality and freshness of ingredients before use.
• Coordinate with the kitchen team during busy service periods.
• Follow food safety, hygiene, and company SOPs.
• Assist with menu development and new pizza creations when required.
• Requirements2–5 years of experience as a Pizza Chef or Italian Cuisine Chef.
• Strong knowledge of Italian pizza-making techniques.
• Experience with pizza dough fermentation and preparation.
• Knowledge of different pizza styles and toppings.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure during peak hours.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of food safety and kitchen hygiene standards.
• Professional attitude with attention to detail.
• Preferred SkillsExperience with wood-fired, gas, or stone-deck pizza ovens.
• Knowledge of Neapolitan and contemporary Italian pizza.
• Ability to maintain consistent dough quality and fermentation.
• Experience in a café, restaurant, hotel, or premium Italian outlet.