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POSITION INFO:
Job Purpose:
To prepare and cook authentic Neapolitan-style pizzas in a traditional wood-fired oven, following time-honored methods that prioritize quality ingredients, hand-crafted dough, and high-heat baking.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare high-hydration dough using natural fermentation (24–72 hours)
- Hand-stretch dough to traditional Neapolitan standards (no rolling pins)
- Operate and maintain a wood-fired pizza oven (450–500°C)
- Source and use authentic ingredients such as San Marzano tomatoes, mozzarella di bufala/fior di latte, and fresh basil
- Assemble pizzas with precision and consistency
- Maintain a clean, organized pizza prep and cooking station
- Ensure pizzas meet quality and presentation standards at all times
- Collaborate with kitchen team for prep work and service coordination
- Adhere to food safety, hygiene, and workplace safety regulations
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Neapolitan pizza chef or trained pizzaiolo
- Deep knowledge of traditional Neapolitan pizza-making techniques
- Ability to work in a high-heat, fast-paced environment
- Skilled in working with wood-fired ovens and dough fermentation
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality
- Flexible with work hours, including weekends and evenings
Qualifications:
- Certification from AVPN (Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana) or similar
- Experience in Italian or specialty pizzerias
Basic knowledge of Italian culinary terminology and food handling practices
