Pizza Chef

Company Description Churchgate Hospitality Private Limited (CHPL) is a hospitality-led brand house focused on creating distinct, experience-first dining concepts. Each restaurant is built with a clear point of view, rooted in culture, refined through design, and expressed through thoughtful service and culinary craft. The portfolio includes Fieno a Traditional Italian Restaurant, Nksha, an Art Deco-inspired North Indian fine dining restaurant; Otoki, a Japanese concept emphasizing precision and authenticity; and Tamak, a bold North Indian restaurant centered on warmth and social dining. CHPL treats each restaurant as a standalone brand rather than an outlet, ensuring unique identities and memorable guest experiences. Team members join a culture that values creativity, quality, and consistent excellence in hospitality.
Role Description The Pizza Chef role is a full-time, on-site position based in Mumbai. This role involves preparing, cooking, and finishing a variety of pizzas, including dough preparation, sauce and topping management, and oven operation to meet brand and quality standards. The Pizza Chef will maintain high levels of kitchen hygiene, ensure proper food storage, and follow food safety protocols at all times. Day-to-day responsibilities include mise en place, coordinating with the culinary and service teams, managing station inventory, and supporting smooth kitchen operations during service. The Pizza Chef is expected to contribute to menu refinement, uphold consistency in taste and presentation, and deliver an elevated guest dining experience.
Qualifications
Strong skills in Food Preparation and Cooking, with a focus on pizza dough, toppings, and baking techniques.
Knowledge of Hygiene and food safety standards, including proper cleaning, sanitization, and safe food handling.
Understanding of Food & Beverage operations, including kitchen workflows and coordination with front-of-house teams.
Proficiency in preparing and balancing Sauces, particularly pizza and pasta sauces, with attention to flavor profiles.
Previous experience as a Pizza Chef, Commis Chef, or in a similar culinary role in a restaurant or hotel.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple orders, and maintain consistency under pressure.
Strong teamwork and communication skills, with a collaborative approach to service and kitchen coordination.
Relevant culinary certification or formal training is preferred; willingness to learn and adapt to brand standards is essential.

Work arrangement
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