Position Profile:

A Pizza Chef de Partie, also known as a pizza station chef or pizza line cook, is a key role responsible for overseeing the pizza station within the kitchen. The term "Chef de Partie" is French for "chef of the part" or "head of the section," and in this case, it refers specifically to managing all aspects of pizza preparation and cooking. A Pizza Chef de Partie works under the direction of the sous chef (or directly under the executive chef), ensuring that pizzas are prepared to the highest standard, cooked efficiently, and served in a timely manner. This position requires expertise in dough-making, topping selection, and wood-fired or oven-based cooking techniques, as well as an understanding of maintaining consistent quality and efficiency within the pizza station.

* Food Preparation: responsible for the preparation of dishes within their station, ensuring the quality, consistency, and timing of the food. This includes both prep work (e.g., chopping, marinating, seasoning) and cooking.

* Plating Dishes: a chef de partie often plays a role in plating dishes, making sure they meet the presentation standards of the restaurant and are served in the correct order.

* Supervising Junior Hoteliers: supervise lower-level cooks and kitchen hoteliers, training them in their specific station’s tasks.

* Maintaining Inventory: responsible for keeping track of the ingredients and supplies needed for their station. This includes ensuring that they have the necessary ingredients and managing the flow of items to avoid waste.

* Ensuring Food Quality and Consistency: maintain the quality of the food and ensuring that dishes are consistently prepared according to the restaurant’s standards, including taste, texture, and presentation.

* Health and Safety Compliance: follow food safety regulations, maintain cleanliness and sanitation in their station and ensure proper food handling.

* Collaboration: work closely with other chefs and hoteliers to ensure that everything comes together at the right time during service. Effective communication is crucial to avoid delays or mistakes in timing.

* Build morale and spirit, interact positively with guests, and take action to resolve problems to the satisfaction of all parties involved.

* Ensure that personal appearance and hygiene standards are an example for the team and reflect a professional image for our guests.

* Inspire an elevated level of creativity, personal commitment to service excellence and an emotional sense of gracious hospitality.