Pizza Chef (Bergview Complex,Harrismith)

Pedros; Maluti-a-Phofung Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 60 000 - 90 000; Full time

Job summary

A local pizzeria in Free State seeks a skilled and passionate Pizza Chef to join their team. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of experience in preparing traditional and gourmet pizzas, demonstrating excellence in dough preparation and innovative recipe creation. The role involves training staff, maintaining wood-fired pizza ovens, and ensuring quality and consistency in taste and presentation. Candidates should have strong multitasking ability and excellent communication skills, along with a culinary qualification or significant experience in the kitchen.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Pizza Chef in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Experienced in dough preparation, fermentation, and baking techniques.
• Familiarity with various types of ovens and pizza styles (Neapolitan, New York, Sicilian etc.).

Responsibilities

• Work with product development to improve existing recipes and create new recipes.
• Roll out new and fresh ideas.
• Train staff at store level.

Skills

Dough preparation

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Culinary/Chef qualification or 5 years experience

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and passionate Pizza Chef to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience preparing traditional and gourmet pizzas, with a keen eye for detail, taste, and presentation. If you know your way around a wood-fired oven and can hand-stretch dough like a pro, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Work with product development to improve existing recipes and create new recipes
• Roll out new and fresh ideas
• Train staff at store level
• Innovation of pizza’s
• Make dough from scratch and ensure proper fermentation and proofing
• Operate and maintain pizza ovens (wood-fired)
• Ensure consistency in taste, texture, and presentation
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure timely food preparation and service
• Create new pizza recipes or seasonal specials to keep the menu fresh and exciting

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Pizza Chef in a fast-paced kitchen
• Experienced in dough preparation, fermentation, and baking techniques
• Familiarity with various types of ovens and pizza styles (Neapolitan, New York, Sicilian etc.)
• Ability to work under pressure and multitask effectively
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Excellent time management and communication skills
• Culinary/ Chef qualification or a minimum of 5 years of experience as a pizza chef