Pizza Cheff

Pizzettaa, a renowned Italian brand, is seeking a skilled Pizza Cheff with at least two years of experience to join our kitchen team. The ideal candidate is proficient in making pizza dough and understands the intricacies of dough preparation and handling. This role involves managing a team of two kitchen staff members, ensuring high-quality pizza production, and maintaining consistent standards in dough fermentation and hydration techniques. Training will be provided to enhance skills and familiarize the cheff with brand-specific recipes and processes. The Pizza Cheff is responsible for overseeing the entire pizza-making process, with a particular focus on dough preparation, proofing, and inventory management. This position demands an individual who is detail-oriented, organized, and capable of working efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment while maintaining food safety and hygiene standards. By managing the team effectively, the Pizza Cheff contributes to the overall success of Pizzettaa, ensuring every pizza meets the authentic Italian taste and quality that customers expect.
Responsibilities

Prepare and handle pizza dough, including mixing, kneading, and shaping according to brand standards.
Apply various dough proofing methods such as room temperature proofing and retarding dough to achieve optimal fermentation results.
Control dough hydration levels and manage the controlled fermentation process to ensure consistent dough quality.
Use dough maker tools effectively to enhance dough preparation efficiency and uniformity.
Oversee inventory management related to dough ingredients and toppings, ensuring stock rotation management to minimize waste.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen workspace in compliance with health and safety regulations.
Manage and train a team of two persons, providing guidance on dough preparation and pizza cooking techniques.
Monitor kitchen equipment and report any malfunctions or maintenance needs to supervisors.
Ensure timely preparation and delivery of pizzas during service hours while maintaining quality standards.
Collaborate with kitchen staff to optimize workflow and improve pizza production processes.