Lead Pizzaiolo & Menu Creator

VIDA PLENA; Lisboa; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay from day one

Team performance bonus

No split shifts; consecutive days off

Job summary

Vida Plena is seeking an experienced Pizzaiolo Lead at Coppola in Lisbon. You will supervise the pizzaiolo team, manage pizza production, and maintain high quality and consistency across menus. The role emphasizes leadership, kitchen safety, and cost-conscious production.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years as pizzaiolo, mastery of dough, and a passion for hospitality; the position offers competitive pay with opportunities for growth within the Vida Plena group.

Qualifications

• Five+ years as a pizzaiolo with supervisory experience.
• Deep knowledge of dough preparation, ingredients, and cooking techniques.
• Proven leadership, delegation, and staff development abilities.
• Strong food safety and kitchen hygiene practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead pizzaiolo team; define tasks, supervise, and monitor performance.
• Oversee pizza preparation, production, and adherence to recipes.
• Develop pizza menus reflecting identity, seasonality, and guest preferences.
• Manage inventory, minimize waste, and coordinate ingredient replenishment.
• Enforce hygiene and safety standards; maintain a clean, organized kitchen.
• Ensure quality and consistency of pizzas in line with brand standards.
• Coordinate daily/weekly production schedules to meet demand.

Skills

Pizza making

Team leadership

Inventory management

Food safety

Communication

Hospitality passion

Job description

Vida Plena is seeking an experienced Pizzaiolo Lead at Coppola in Lisbon. You will supervise the pizzaiolo team, manage pizza production, and maintain high quality and consistency across menus. The role emphasizes leadership, kitchen safety, and cost-conscious production.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years as pizzaiolo, mastery of dough, and a passion for hospitality; the position offers competitive pay with opportunities for growth within the Vida Plena group.