Pizza Senior CDP

ADC; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading culinary establishment in Dubai is seeking a Senior Chef de Partie – Pizza to lead the pizza section. The ideal candidate will excel in crafting high-quality pizzas using expert techniques, ensuring consistency, and mentoring junior staff. This role is perfect for a skilled artisan with leadership experience in a high-energy kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or Senior CDP specializing in pizza-making.
• In-depth knowledge of dough fermentation, hand-stretching, and baking techniques.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Craft high-quality pizzas using traditional and modern techniques.
• Ensure consistency in taste, portioning, and presentation.
• Mentor junior staff and coordinate with the kitchen team.

Skills

Pizza-making expertise

Dough preparation and fermentation

Leadership and mentoring

Food hygiene and safety knowledge

Job description

Overview

The Senior Chef de Partie – Pizza leads the pizza section, crafting high-quality pizzas using both traditional and modern techniques. This role demands expertise in dough preparation, fermentation, hand-stretching, and baking pizzas in wood-fired or deck ovens to achieve authentic textures and flavors. The Senior CDP ensures consistency in taste, portioning, and presentation while maintaining strict hygiene and safety standards. Beyond managing mise en place and station inventory, the Senior CDP mentors junior staff, coordinates with the kitchen team to ensure smooth and timely service, and contributes to menu innovation by experimenting with seasonal toppings and premium ingredients. This position is perfect for a skilled pizza artisan with leadership capabilities in a high-energy kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or Senior CDP specializing in pizza-making
• In-depth knowledge of dough fermentation, hand-stretching, and baking techniques
• Familiarity with wood-fired, deck, or other specialty pizza ovens
• Strong understanding of food hygiene and safety regulations
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen
• Creative approach to menu development and ingredient pairing
• Leadership skills to mentor and guide junior team members
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required