Pizza Chef (Direct to Client)

Pizza Chef

Department: Management

Reporting to: Head Chef/Restaurant Manager

Job Purpose:

The Pizza Chef leads all aspects of the Pizza Operation and is required to deliver and craft high-quality, authentic pizzas. The ideal candidate must have experience in dough preparation, sauce making, and various cooking techniques, including wood-fired, gas, or electric pizza ovens. They should be passionate about food, detail-oriented, and capable of working efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen.

We’ll expect you to lead by example and uplift our staff during busy moments in our fast-paced environment. Ultimately, you will ensure the operation runs smoothly and customers have pleasant dining experiences.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare, stretch, and cook pizzas according to company recipes and standards.
• Make fresh pizza dough, sauces, and toppings daily.
• Operate and maintain pizza ovens (wood-fired, gas, or electric).
• Ensure all pizzas meet quality and presentation standards.
• Ensure consistency in food presentation, portioning, and taste.
• Monitor food stock and place orders as needed weekly.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen space.
• Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to ensure smooth service.
• Experiment with and suggest new pizza menu ideas.
• Maintain relationships with suppliers to secure the best ingredients while managing food costs.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, conducting regular audits and training as needed.
• Customer-Service: Food service managers might have to interact with customers. Being friendly and courteous will help keep customers coming back.
• Keeping kitchens fully equipped with all the tools and inventory.
• Provide hands-on coaching and skill development to improve kitchen performance and consistency.
• Coordinating operations and being present on the restaurant’s peak nights.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Pizza Chef, Pizzaiolo, or similar role.
• Ability to prepare high-quality dough and hand-stretch pizzas.
• Experience using and maintaining pizza ovens.
• Understanding of food safety regulations and best practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and presentation.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Culinary degree or relevant certification.
• Experience with artisanal or Neapolitan-style pizza.
• Knowledge of Italian cuisine and ingredients.