We are seeking a skilled and passionate Wood Fired Neapolitan Pizza Chef to join our team. As a Wood Fired Neapolitan Pizza Chef, you will be responsible for creating authentic Neapolitan-style pizzas using traditional methods and high-quality ingredients. Your expertise in wood-fired oven cooking, dough preparation, and pizza assembly will contribute to delivering an exceptional dining experience for our customers. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in Italian cuisine, a deep understanding of Neapolitan pizza techniques, and a creative approach to flavour combinations. Responsibilities: Prepare and stretch Neapolitan pizza dough using traditional techniques to achieve the characteristic thin and soft crust (dough preparation, control fermentation of dough/gluten) . Operate and maintain the wood-fired oven, ensuring optimal temperature and consistent cooking results. Select and source high-quality ingredients, including fresh produce artisanal cheeses, and premium meats, to create flavourful toppings. Master the art of hand-tossing and shaping pizza dough to achieve the desired thickness and shape. Execute proper pizza assembly and topping distribution, ensuring an even and balanced flavour profile. Monitor cooking times to ensure pizzas are baked to perfection, with the ideal balance of crispy crust and melty toppings. Collaborate with the kitchen team to develop new and innovative pizza flavours, exploring seasonal ingredients and customer preferences. Maintain a clean and organized work area, following food safety and sanitation guidelines. Train and mentor kitchen staff on Neapolitan pizza techniques, encouraging consistency and quality throughout the team. Continuously strive to improve and refine pizza recipes and cooking methods, keeping up with industry trends and customer feedback. Uphold a high level of professionalism and teamwork, fostering positive relationships with colleagues and providing excellent customer service. Qualifications: Proven experience as a Pizza Chef, preferably specializing in Neapolitan-style pizzas. In-depth knowledge of Neapolitan pizza dough preparation, wood-fired oven cooking, and traditional Italian ingredients. Ability to hand-toss and shape pizza dough with precision and consistency. Strong understanding of flavour profiles and the ability to create innovative pizza combinations. Excellent time management and multitasking skills in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering consistently high-quality pizzas. Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work well as part of a team and provide guidance to kitchen staff. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required. Cinquecento Employee Benefits: Cinquecento 25% family dining discount Free pizza/meals for each full shift worked Wage Stream financial wellbeing services - including Pay and Spend tracking, Flexible Pay, Automated Building and Financial Coaching Performance related bonuses (non-contractual) Tronc/Gratuities Pension scheme (subject to eligibility) Full training and certification on health and safety, food courses and wines Opportunity to learn about traditional Italian cuisine Career Development Full uniform provided
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