pizza chef

Job Title: Pizza Chef

Department: Kitchen Operations / Culinary
Location: Bandra west
Reports to: Head Chef / Kitchen Manager
Job Type: Full-time
Experience: 1–5 years

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and passionate Pizza Chef to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing a wide variety of pizzas using traditional and modern recipes, managing dough preparation, and ensuring kitchen hygiene and food quality. This role requires attention to detail, creativity, and speed in a high-pressure kitchen environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Pizza Preparation:

• Prepare fresh dough, sauces, and toppings daily
• Make various styles of pizza (hand-tossed, thin crust, stuffed crust, etc.)
• Cook pizzas in ovens to the perfect temperature, timing, and texture
• Monitor food preparation and presentation standards

Inventory & Cleanliness:

• Maintain and manage stock of ingredients and kitchen supplies
• Ensure FIFO (First In First Out) for inventory usage
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness, sanitization, and food safety practices
• Follow all food hygiene and safety standards (FSSAI compliance if applicable)

Coordination & Efficiency:

• Coordinate with front-of-house staff for timely orders
• Prepare items based on order dockets or KOT system
• Minimize food wastage through proper portion control
• Assist in training kitchen helpers or junior chefs if required

Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Pizza Chef or Cook in a pizzeria/QSR
• Knowledge of dough proofing, fermentation, and baking techniques
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen under pressure
• Familiarity with kitchen equipment, ovens, and safety procedures
• Team player with strong organizational skills

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹12,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person