Pizza Chef

Position Title: Pizza Chef Location: Ravenna Pizza Address: 1500 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22209 Position Type: Full-Time (Hourly) Summary: The Roman Style Pizza Chef is responsible for preparing and crafting authentic Roman-style pizzas in a fast-paced kitchen environment. This role requires a deep understanding of traditional Italian cooking methods, a passion for quality ingredients, and the ability to create a memorable dining experience for guests. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively within the kitchen team to ensure the highest standards of food quality, safety, and presentation. Qualifications: Proven experience as a Pizza Chef or in a similar role, particularly with Roman-style pizzas. Strong culinary skills with knowledge of Italian cooking techniques and flavor profiles. Familiarity with kitchen equipment, including ovens, mixers, and various food preparation tools. Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a high-volume environment. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well within a team. A passion for food quality and customer satisfaction. Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required. Responsibilities: Pizza Preparation: Prepare and cook authentic Roman-style pizzas using traditional methods, ensuring perfect crusts and high-quality toppings. Menu Innovation: Collaborate with management to create and update the pizza menu, incorporating seasonal ingredients and new flavor combinations to delight customers. Quality Control: Monitor the quality of ingredients and finished pizzas, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and Ravenna’s quality standards. Kitchen Organization: Keep the kitchen area organized and clean, adhering to food safety protocols and maintaining a hygienic workspace. Inventory Management: Assist with monitoring inventory levels of pizza ingredients and supplies, ensuring timely ordering and minimal waste. Team Support: Work closely with kitchen staff to ensure timely service and communication during busy periods, assisting teammates as needed to ensure smooth operations. Training and Mentoring: Help train new kitchen staff on pizza preparation techniques and kitchen best practices, sharing expertise to improve overall kitchen performance. Requirements Proven experience as a Chef or in a similar role within a restaurant or fine dining setting. Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices in food handling. Ability to prepare diverse cuisines while maintaining high standards of quality and presentation. Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Strong leadership skills with experience in training kitchen staff. Passion for cooking and creativity in meal preparation. Certification in culinary arts or related field is preferred but not required. Benefits: Competitive Hourly wage based on experience. Opportunities for career growth and professional development. Employee discounts on food and beverages. Health, dental, and vision insurance options (if applicable). Next Steps: If you are passionate about crafting authentic Roman-style pizzas and want to join a dynamic team dedicated to outstanding food and service, we invite you to apply for this exciting position! Job Type: Full-time Pay: $25.00 - $29.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week Benefits: Disability insurance Flexible schedule Paid training Shift: Day shift Evening shift Night shift Experience: Cooking: 4 years (Required) Kitchen experience: 1 year (Required) Ability to Commute: Arlington, VA 22209 (Required) Ability to Relocate: Arlington, VA 22209: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person