Pizzaiolo

Brik Oven; Koramangala; On-site; INR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Brik Oven in Koramangala, India, seeks an experienced Kitchen Lead to direct daily operations, ensure quality, and build a strong team.

You will manage inventory, cost controls, equipment upkeep, hygiene, and training to deliver consistent, high-quality pizzas. English proficiency and leadership are essential.

This role demands hands-on leadership, scheduling, and collaboration with management to achieve budget targets.

Qualifications

• Intermediate English reading and writing; professional speaking ability.
• Proven experience in a similar role in the food industry.
• In-depth knowledge of food safety regulations and quality standards.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in inventory management and cost control techniques.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Quality Check of Finished Products: Conduct regular quality checks during preparation and before serving.
• Food Quality and Ingredient Tasting: Monitor ingredient quality and conduct tasting sessions for flavor verification.
• Leading the Kitchen Operations: Oversee all kitchen operations for efficiency and smooth workflow.
• Inventory Management: Generate indents, forecast needs, and procure supplies; minimize wastage.
• Kitchen Team Building and Management: Train and develop the kitchen team; foster teamwork.
• Duty Roster for Kitchen: Prepare and maintain duty rosters for adequate coverage.
• Food Cost Management: Monitor cost variance and implement savings; work toward budget targets.
• Kitchen Equipment and Maintenance: Ensure proper functioning; coordinate repairs and maintenance.
• Cleaning Checklists and Maintenance: Develop cleaning schedules and enforce hygiene standards.
• Monitoring Grooming of the Team: Enforce grooming standards and provide feedback.
• Kitchen Briefing: Conduct regular briefings; communicate updates and expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Food safety

Inventory management

Cost control

Communication

English proficiency

Deadline-oriented

Education

12th standard pass or equivalent education

Job description

Summary Craft the perfect pizza experience! Lead our kitchen in flavor excellence, collaborating with the team for culinary mastery. Manage inventory, build a strong team, and control costs while maintaining equipment and cleanliness. Let's make every slice a delight!

Job Description :

Quality Check of Finished Products

• Conduct regular quality checks on food items during preparation and before serving to ensure adherence to standards.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to maintain consistency and excellence in food quality.

Food Quality and Ingredient Tasting

• Monitor the quality of ingredients and ensure compliance with established standards.
• Conduct tasting sessions to verify the quality and flavor of prepared dishes.

Leading the Kitchen Operations

• Oversee all aspects of kitchen operations to ensure efficiency and smooth workflow.
• Provide guidance and support to kitchen staff to meet operational goals.

Inventory Management

• Manage inventory levels by generating indents, forecasting needs, and making informed decisions regarding procurement.
• Implement strategies to minimize wastage and optimize inventory utilization.

Kitchen Team Building and Management

• Foster a positive work environment and promote teamwork among kitchen staff.
• Conduct training sessions and skill development programs to enhance team performance.

Duty Roster for Kitchen

• Prepare and maintain duty rosters for kitchen staff to ensure adequate coverage and efficient utilization of resources.

Food Cost Management

• Utilize basic measurement techniques to monitor food cost variance and implement costsaving measures.
• Work closely with the management team to achieve budgetary targets.

Kitchen Equipment and Maintenance

• Ensure proper functioning of kitchen equipment and perform regular maintenance checks.
• Coordinate with relevant personnel for repairs and replacements as needed.

Cleaning Checklists and Maintenance

• Develop and implement cleaning checklists to maintain hygiene and sanitation standards in the kitchen.
• Monitor adherence to cleaning schedules and address any issues promptly.

Monitoring Grooming of the Team

• Enforce grooming standards among kitchen staff to present a professional appearance to customers.
• Provide feedback and guidance to ensure compliance with Brik Oven grooming policies.

Kitchen Briefing

• Conduct regular briefings to communicate updates, special instructions, and performance expectations to the kitchen team. The duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description are not exhaustive and may be subject to change as deemed necessary by the Company. Employees are expected to perform any other related duties as assigned by their supervisor or management, which may include additional tasks outside the scope of the primary job functions.

Requirements

• Intermediate level of English proficiency in reading and writing and Professional level of English proficiency in speaking
• 12th standard pass or equivalent education preferred but not mandatory
• Proven experience in a similar role within the food industry.
• In-depth knowledge of food safety regulations and quality standards.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in inventory management and cost control techniques.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Required Skills

• Sourdough Pizza knowledge Inventory Sourdough making