Pizza Chef

Job Responsibilities - Pizza Chef

A Pizza Chef is responsible for preparing, cooking, and presenting pizzas while maintaining food quality, hygiene, and kitchen safety.

Key Job Responsibilities:

1. Pizza Preparation

· Prepare pizza dough, sauces, and toppings.

· Stretch, roll, and shape pizza dough according to standards.

· Prepare ingredients such as vegetables, cheese, meats, and herbs.

2. Pizza Making and Cooking

· Prepare different types of pizzas according to recipes and customer orders.

· Operate pizza ovens, including wood-fired, gas, or electric ovens.

· Monitor cooking time and temperature to ensure consistent quality.

3. Food Quality and Presentation

· Maintain consistency in taste, texture, portion size, and appearance.

· Ensure pizzas are served hot, fresh, and attractively presented.

· Check the freshness and quality of all ingredients.

4. Kitchen Hygiene and Food Safety

· Maintain cleanliness of the workstation, utensils, and equipment.

· Follow food safety, sanitation, and personal hygiene standards.

· Store ingredients at the correct temperatures and follow FIFO (First In, First Out).

5. Inventory and Stock Management

· Check ingredient stock and inform the supervisor about shortages.

· Assist with receiving, storing, and rotating food supplies.

· Minimize food waste and control portion sizes.

6. Kitchen Operations

· Coordinate with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth service.

· Prepare ingredients and workstation before service begins.

· Handle multiple orders efficiently during busy periods.

7. Equipment Maintenance

· Clean and maintain pizza ovens, mixers, refrigerators, and preparation tools.

· Report equipment malfunctions or safety issues promptly.

8. Menu and Recipe Compliance

· Follow standard recipes and portion specifications.

· Assist in developing new pizza varieties and improving existing recipes.

· Accommodate customer requests and dietary requirements where possible.

Skills Required

· Pizza dough preparation and handling

· Knowledge of pizza ovens and cooking techniques

· Ingredient preparation and portion control

· Food hygiene and safety

· Time management and teamwork

· Attention to detail and consistency

· Ability to work under pressure

Pay: ₹16,000.00 - ₹24,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person