Premium Italian Pizzaiolo: Hand-Stretched Neapolitan Mastery

Siham International Trading Co.; Fatih; On-site; TRY 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Accommodation Allowance

Career development

Internal promotions

Collaborative culture

Exposure to premium concepts

Global brand experience

Job summary

Siham International Trading Co. is seeking a skilled Pizza Chef to lead authentic Italian pizza production in a premium restaurant setting. You will oversee dough, fermentation, hand-stretching, toppings, and the final bake with a focus on quality and consistency.

The role requires 2–3 years of professional pizza experience, proficiency with traditional ovens, and strict adherence to HACCP standards in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of professional pizza experience.
• Proven Italian-style pizza preparation in a restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of dough hydration, fermentation and temperature control.
• Hand-stretching and dough-handling proficiency.
• Experience with professional pizza ovens and Neapolitan-style pizza is a plus.
• Knowledge of Italian ingredients and flavour combinations.
• Solid food safety and HACCP understanding.
• Ability to maintain quality during high-volume service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook authentic Italian-style pizzas (Neapolitan, Roman, etc.).
• Mix and ferment dough daily using traditional methods.
• Operate wood-fired, gas, or stone ovens for optimal cooking.
• Slice, prep, and store toppings, sauces, and cheeses.
• Monitor oven temps and times for even, specification-aligned results.
• Ensure food quality, presentation, and portion control.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pizza station.
• Comply with food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to refine recipes and menus.

Skills

Pizza making

Oven operation

Dough handling

Food safety HACCP

Education

Culinary qualification / pizzaiolo training

Tools

Pizza ovens

Job description

Siham International Trading Co. is seeking a skilled Pizza Chef to lead authentic Italian pizza production in a premium restaurant setting. You will oversee dough, fermentation, hand-stretching, toppings, and the final bake with a focus on quality and consistency.

The role requires 2–3 years of professional pizza experience, proficiency with traditional ovens, and strict adherence to HACCP standards in a fast-paced environment.