Pizza Chef: Hand-Stretched Dough in a Fast-Paced Kitchen

Soho House; Harwell; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Team meals on shift

Soho Friends Membership

Staff discount on Food & Drink 50%

Staff room rates

Health Cash Plan (up to 2 dependents)

Dental Plan (up to 2 dependents)

Birthday Day Off after 1 year

Staff Discount on Soho Home

Job summary

Soho House is seeking a Pizza Chef to oversee the pizza station from dough handling to baking and plating. You will prepare and cook a variety of pizzas using fresh ingredients, maintaining quality standards and ensuring smooth service in a fast-paced kitchen.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with hand-stretched dough and wood-fired or gas/electric ovens, a passion for presentation, and availability for flexible shifts including weekends.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience as a pizza chef in a high-volume kitchen.
• Proven experience with hand-stretched dough and pizza ovens.
• Strong knowledge of pizza styles (Neapolitan, Roman, NY-style).
• High attention to detail with a passion for consistency and quality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare pizza dough from scratch or portion pre-made dough to spec, allowing for correct proofing and consistency.
• Assemble pizzas efficiently and consistently according to Soho House recipes and presentation standards.
• Cook pizzas in a pizza oven (wood-fired, gas or electric) while managing multiple orders during service.
• Ensure the pizza oven is preheated, cleaned, and properly maintained before and after service.
• Monitor and replenish pizza station mise en place, including toppings, sauces, cheeses, herbs, and condiments.
• Maintain hygiene and organisation at the pizza station throughout service.
• Collaborate with chefs, porters, and FOH teams to deliver seamless service.
• Assist in the preparation of other dishes if required and support kitchen sections as needed.
• Follow food safety guidelines including temperature logs, labelling, and proper storage of ingredients.
• Complete daily prep checklists and cleaning duties before and after shifts.

Skills

Pizza dough handling

Pizza ovens knowledge

Teamwork

Time management

Job description

Soho House is seeking a Pizza Chef to oversee the pizza station from dough handling to baking and plating. You will prepare and cook a variety of pizzas using fresh ingredients, maintaining quality standards and ensuring smooth service in a fast-paced kitchen.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with hand-stretched dough and wood-fired or gas/electric ovens, a passion for presentation, and availability for flexible shifts including weekends.