Pizza Chef

About the role

Accor is looking for a Pizza Chef in Izmir with good experience in Italian-style pizza making. The post holder opens and stretches pizza dough by hand, assists the chef during service in the pizza section and prepares a wide range of pizzas.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare pizzas from the menu and according to custom orders
• Bake a wide variety of pizza doughs, including thin crust, thick crust and cheese-stuffed
• Make fresh tomato, pesto and white cream sauces
• Wash and chop vegetables such as tomatoes, peppers, onions and mushrooms
• Cut, slice and grill meats such as chicken, ham and beef
• Monitor food stock and place orders when needed
• Use less traditional ingredients such as vegan cheese and gluten-free flour to appeal to a wider audience
• Cook appetizers such as mozzarella sticks, pizza bites, garlic breads and salads
• Recommend new recipes to update the menu
• Maintain a clean cooking station and sterilize equipment

Required profile

• Work experience as a Pizza Chef or similar role in a restaurant
• Hands-on experience preparing and baking pizza dough
• Good time-management skills, team spirit and flexibility to work in shifts, including weekends and evenings
• Diploma from a culinary school is a plus

Required skills

• Familiarity with professional kitchen equipment and brick or stone ovens
• Understanding of food hygiene and health and safety standards