Wood Fired Neapolitan Pizza Chef

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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
• Paycare health wellbeing services - including My Pocket GP, Paycare Counselling and Helpline, Paycare Perks and Online Claiming
• 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
• Lockers provided