Our client, a new luxury pizza five start restaurant in Edinburgh, is seeking an experienced Pizza Chef/Pizzaiolo to join their team to create delicious pizzas using the finest ingredients. Opening in the heart of the city, our client's aim is to provide a unique dining experience with exceptional food, outstanding customer service and a welcoming atmosphere.
Responsibilities:
Prepare and cook high-quality pizzas according to our restaurant's standards.
Ensure that all food preparation areas and kitchen equipment are cleaned and sanitized to the highest standards.
Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed to ensure the kitchen is fully stocked.
Work with the Head Chef to develop new pizza recipes and menu items.
Ensure that all food is prepared and cooked in compliance with health and safety regulations and food hygiene standards.
Train and mentor junior kitchen staff.
Manage and maintain the kitchen's wood-fired pizza oven.
Requirements:
Previous experience as a Pizza Chef/Pizzaiolo, ideally in a high-end restaurant environment.
Knowledge of traditional Neapolitan pizza-making techniques.
Strong knowledge of pizza dough-making and pizza sauce preparation.
Experience working with a wood-fired pizza oven.
Ability to work efficiently in a high-pressure kitchen environment.
Good knowledge of health and safety regulations and food hygiene standards.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Availability to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings.
Our client is offering a competitive salary of £30,000 - £35,000 per annum
If you are a talented Pizza Chef/Pizzaiolo with a passion for creating delicious, high-quality pizzas and have experience working in a high-end restaurant environment, we would love to hear from you.