Pizza Chef - Luxury Hotel

Position Title: Pizza Chef Department: Culinary / Kitchen Reports To: Executive Sous Chef / Executive Chef Location: Luxury Beach Club Position Summary The Pizza Chef is responsible for preparing and presenting high-quality artisan pizzas and Italian-inspired baked dishes in accordance with the luxury beach club's culinary standards. The role requires expertise in dough preparation, pizza baking techniques, ingredient selection, and maintaining exceptional food quality while ensuring an outstanding guest dining experience. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and bake a variety of artisanal pizzas using traditional and modern techniques. • Manage the complete pizza-making process, including dough preparation, fermentation, portioning, stretching, topping, and baking. • Ensure consistency in taste, presentation, and quality standards across all menu items. • Monitor and maintain wood-fired, gas, or electric pizza ovens to achieve optimal cooking results. • Assist in developing seasonal pizza menus and specialty offerings. • Ensure all ingredients are fresh, properly stored, and available according to operational requirements. • Maintain high standards of hygiene, food safety, and sanitation in compliance with local regulations and HACCP requirements. • Control food costs by minimizing waste and managing portion sizes. • Conduct daily mise en place and ensure readiness for service periods. • Collaborate with the culinary team to support beach club events, VIP functions, and private dining experiences. • Train and mentor junior kitchen staff and commis chefs when required. • Participate in inventory management, stock rotation, and ordering processes. Qualifications & Experience • Certificate or Diploma in Culinary Arts preferred. • Minimum 3-5 years of experience as a Pizza Chef in high-end restaurants, luxury hotels, beach clubs, or upscale Italian concepts. • Strong knowledge of pizza dough fermentation, flour types, baking temperatures, and Italian culinary traditions. • Experience with wood-fired ovens is highly desirable. • Food Safety and HACCP certification preferred. • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced luxury hospitality environment. Skills & Competencies • Advanced pizza-making and baking techniques. • Strong attention to detail and presentation. • Excellent organizational and time management skills. • Ability to work under pressure during high-volume service. • Team-oriented with strong communication skills. • Passion for culinary excellence and guest satisfaction. • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) • Food quality and consistency scores. • Guest satisfaction ratings. • Food cost and waste control targets. • Compliance with hygiene and food safety standards. • Kitchen productivity and service efficiency. Luxury Beach Club Advantage: Experience in premium beachfront destinations, luxury hotels, Michelin-recognized restaurants, or upscale Italian dining concepts will be highly preferred. Show more Show less

Minimum 3-5 years of experience as a Pizza Chef in high-end restaurants, luxury hotels, beach clubs, or upscale Italian concepts. Certificate or Diploma in Culinary Arts preferred. Food Safety and HACCP certification preferred.

Prepare and bake a variety of artisanal pizzas using traditional and modern techniques. Manage the complete pizza-making process, including dough preparation, fermentation, portioning, stretching, topping, and baking. Ensure consistency in taste, presentation, and quality standards across all menu items. Monitor and maintain wood-fired, gas, or electric pizza ovens to achieve optimal cooking results. Assist in developing seasonal pizza menus and specialty offerings. Ensure all ingredients are fresh, properly stored, and available according to operational requirements. Maintain high standards of hygiene, food safety, and sanitation in compliance with local regulations and HACCP requirements. Control food costs by minimizing waste and managing portion sizes. Conduct daily mise en place and ensure readiness for service periods. Collaborate with the culinary team to support beach club events, VIP functions, and private dining experiences. Train and mentor junior kitchen staff and commis chefs when required. Participate in inventory management, stock rotation, and ordering processes.