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About the Role

SIHAMCO is seeking a skilled and dedicated Pizza Chef (Italian Pizzaiolo Style) to join our culinary team in Riyadh. This full-time position requires a professional who can prepare authentic, high-quality Italian-style pizzas, demonstrating a strong understanding of traditional pizza-making techniques. The role involves managing the complete pizza-making process within a fast-paced, premium restaurant environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook authentic Italian-style pizzas, including Neapolitan, Roman, or other regional variations.
• Mix and ferment fresh pizza dough daily using traditional methods.
• Operate and maintain wood-fired, gas, or stone ovens for optimal pizza cooking.
• Slice, prepare, and store fresh pizza toppings, sauces, and cheeses.
• Monitor oven temperature and cooking times to ensure pizzas are cooked evenly and to specification.
• Ensure food quality, presentation, and portion control standards are consistently met.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pizza station and kitchen area.
• Comply with all food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff and management to refine recipes and contribute to menu development.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum 2-3 years of professional experience as a Pizza Chef, Pizzaiolo, or in a similar role.
• Proven experience preparing Italian-style pizza in a professional restaurant or pizzeria setting.
• A culinary qualification or formal pizzaiolo training is considered an advantage.

Technical Skills and Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of traditional Italian pizza-making techniques.
• Excellent understanding of dough hydration, fermentation, proofing, and temperature control.
• Strong hand-stretching and dough-handling skills.
• Experience working with professional pizza ovens (wood-fired, gas, or stone).
• Knowledge of Neapolitan-style pizza is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of Italian ingredients and traditional flavor combinations.
• Strong understanding of food safety and HACCP standards.

Professional Attributes

• Ability to maintain consistency and quality during high-volume service.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multicultural kitchen team.
• Professional appearance, positive attitude, and strong work ethic.

Work Setting

This full-time position is based in Riyadh, operating within a premium restaurant environment that values culinary excellence and efficient service. The Pizza Chef will be an integral part of a dedicated kitchen team.