CHEF DE PARTIE - PIZZAIOLO

Qualifications:

1. High school diploma or equivalent vocational training certificate.

2. 2 years experience in the culinary field

3. Ability to communicate in English with guests, co-workers, and management.

4. Ability to compute basic mathematical calculations.

5. Must pass with satisfactory results, a cooking demo for the chef.

Desirable:

1. Culinary college degree

2. Food handling certificate

3. Sanitation Certificate.

4. Ability to communicate in multiple languages

Skills:

1. Ability to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed, and accuracy.

2. Ability to prioritize, organize and execute work and follow through with assigned tasks

3. Ability to be a clear thinker, remain calm, and resolve problems using good judgment.

4. Ability to work well under pressure.

5. Ability to handle multiple tasks at one time while maintaining a high level of professionalism.

6. Ability to work well with others in a team environment.

7. Contribute to the growth and success of the team.

As a skilled Pizza Maker, you will be responsible for:

• Pizza Preparation: Skillfully creating dough, stretching and shaping it into uniform crusts, and assembling toppings in an aesthetically pleasing and efficient manner.
• Ingredient Selection: Ensuring the freshness and quality of ingredients used, adhering to established recipes, and following portion control guidelines.
• Cooking Expertise: Operating pizza ovens and other kitchen equipment to achieve optimal cooking temperatures and times, resulting in perfectly cooked and flavorful pizzas.
• Menu Innovation: Collaborating with the culinary team to brainstorm and develop new pizza creations that reflect seasonal ingredients, customer preferences, and emerging food trends.
• Quality Control: Maintaining a consistent standard for the taste, appearance, and presentation of each pizza, and promptly addressing any quality issues or deviations from the recipe.
• Kitchen Hygiene: Adhering to strict sanitation and food safety guidelines, maintaining a clean and organized work area, and following proper handwashing and hygiene practices.
• Order Management: Accurately receiving and processing customer orders, ensuring timely and accurate preparation, and coordinating with the front-of-house team to fulfill orders efficiently.
• Team Collaboration: Working closely with other kitchen staff members, including chefs, line cooks, and dishwashers, to ensure smooth and coordinated kitchen operation.
• Equipment Maintenance: Assisting in the cleaning, maintenance, and regular upkeep of kitchen equipment, including ovens, mixers, and preparation stations.
• Customer Interaction: Interacting with customers in a friendly and professional manner, addressing any special requests or dietary restrictions, and providing exceptional service.

If you have a passion for crafting mouthwatering pizzas and want to contribute to a vibrant culinary experience, we invite you to join our team as a Pizza Maker at Trattoria