Head Pizza Chef

Pizzametropizza; City Of London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-quality pizzeria in the City of London is seeking an experienced Pizza Chef to join their kitchen team. The role offers competitive pay starting at £18/hour, with benefits including generous paid time off and employee discounts. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in a high-quality pizzeria and a strong understanding of various pizza preparation techniques. This is a full-time position with a schedule of 40 hours over 5 days.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Referral Bonus

Opportunity for international events

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years as a pizza chef in a high-quality pizzeria or restaurant.
• Comprehensive knowledge of pizza dough preparation, gluten-free options, and bread production techniques.
• Strong understanding of stretching techniques and crust management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook pizza dough and toppings to perfection.
• Manage the temperature and operation of the pizza oven.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure quality food preparation.

Skills

Knowledge of various types of dough

Understanding of fermentation processes

Experience with traditional pizza ovens

Job description

Overview

Pizza Metro Pizza is looking for an experienced and passionate Pizza Chef to join our kitchen team.

What Makes Us Unique & Benefits

• Salary & Bonuses: Competitive pay starting at £18/hr and potential additional bonuses based on sales performance.
• Paid Time Off: Birthday off, Christmas holiday and 25 days of accrued holiday (pro‑rata).
• Employee Discounts: Generous discounts for you and your loved ones (up to 4 people).
• Referral Bonus: Up to £200 for referring talented colleagues.
• Stand Out Globally: Opportunity to participate in international events and competitions, showcasing skills alongside industry leaders.

Working Details

• Experience: A minimum of 3 years as a pizza chef in a high-quality pizzeria or restaurant.
• Employment: Full-time
• Schedule: 40 hours over 5 days
• Salary: £18 hourly

What We’re Looking For / Qualifications

• A comprehensive level of knowledge and preparation on various types of dough, gluten-free, and bread production techniques.
• Strong understanding of fermentation, proofing, and stretching techniques.
• Experience using traditional pizza ovens and managing temperature to achieve a perfect crispy crust.