Pizzaiolo / Trainee Pizzaiolo
Department: Kitchen / Food & Beverage
Reports To: Head Chef / Sous Chef / Executive Chef
Employment Type: Full-time
Food Allowance: ₹1,100 per month
Job Summary
We are looking for a passionate and hardworking Pizzaiolo / Trainee Pizzaiolo to join our kitchen team. The role is responsible for preparing and baking high-quality pizzas while maintaining consistency, hygiene, and presentation standards.
For candidates with limited experience, the Trainee Pizzaiolo position provides hands-on training in pizza preparation, dough handling, oven operation, and kitchen standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare pizza dough according to the restaurant's recipes and standards.
- Handle dough through mixing, portioning, proofing, stretching, and shaping.
- Prepare pizza sauces, toppings, and garnishes.
- Assemble pizzas accurately according to standard recipes and portion sizes.
- Operate pizza ovens safely and maintain the required cooking temperature.
- Monitor cooking times to ensure consistent quality.
- Maintain proper presentation, taste, texture, and portion control.
- Prepare and organize the pizza station before, during, and after service.
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the workstation, equipment, and kitchen.
- Ensure proper storage and rotation of ingredients using FIFO procedures.
- Check the quality and freshness of ingredients before use.
- Minimize food waste and maintain proper portion control.
- Follow food safety, hygiene, and workplace safety procedures.
- Assist the kitchen team with general preparation and service duties when required.
- Support opening and closing duties of the pizza station.
Additional Responsibilities — Trainee Pizzaiolo
- Learn pizza-making techniques under the supervision of the senior Pizzaiolo or Chef.
- Develop skills in dough preparation, stretching, topping, and baking.
- Learn proper use and maintenance of pizza ovens and kitchen equipment.
- Follow recipes, portion standards, and kitchen procedures.
- Progress toward independently managing the pizza station.
RequirementsPizzaiolo
- Previous experience as a Pizzaiolo or in a professional pizza kitchen is preferred.
- Good understanding of dough preparation, fermentation, shaping, and pizza baking.
- Ability to work efficiently during busy service periods.
- Knowledge of food safety and kitchen hygiene standards.
- Strong attention to consistency, quality, and presentation.
Trainee Pizzaiolo
- Previous kitchen or hospitality experience is an advantage but not mandatory.
- Passion for pizza and willingness to learn.
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
- Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
- Basic understanding of kitchen hygiene and food safety is preferred.
Key Skills
- Pizza preparation
- Dough handling
- Oven operation
- Food preparation
- Portion control
- Food safety and hygiene
- Time management
- Teamwork
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work under pressure
Compensation & Benefits
- Food Allowance: ₹1,100 per month
- Salary: As per company structure and candidate experience
- Training and development opportunities for Trainee Pizzaiolo
- Opportunity for career progression within the kitchen team
Working Conditions
- Full-time kitchen position.
- Requires standing for extended periods.
- May involve working in a hot kitchen environment.
- Flexible availability required, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Pay: ₹14,000.00 - ₹19,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Provident Fund
Work Location: In person
