Job summary
SIHAMCO in Riyadh is hiring a Pizza Chef (Italian Pizzaiolo) to join its F&B team. The role covers dough preparation, hand stretching, topping, baking and ensuring consistent, high-quality Italian-style pizzas in a premium restaurant environment.
Key responsibilities
- Prepare and cook authentic Italian-style pizzas (Neapolitan, Roman, etc.).
- Mix, ferment and proof pizza dough using traditional methods.
- Operate and maintain wood-fired, gas, or stone ovens.
- Prepare, slice and store toppings, sauces and cheeses.
- Monitor oven temperatures and cooking times for consistency.
- Ensure food quality, presentation and portion control standards.
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation of pizza station and kitchen.
- Collaborate on recipes and menu development with kitchen team.
Requirements
- 2–3 years' professional experience as Pizza Chef or Pizzaiolo.
- Proven experience with Italian-style pizza in a restaurant.
- Knowledge of traditional Italian pizza techniques.
- Strong understanding of dough hydration and fermentation.
- Skilled in hand-stretching and dough handling.
- Experience with professional pizza ovens.
- Knowledge of food safety and HACCP standards.
- Ability to maintain quality during high-volume service.
Benefits
- Competitive salary aligned with experience.
- One-year visa and flights for non-citizens.
- Accommodation provided.
- Transportation allowance.
- Career development and internal promotions.
- Creative, collaborative work culture.
- Exposure to premium F&B and events.
- Work with a culturally diverse team.
Skills
Pizza makingDough fermentationHand stretchingWood-fired ovensStone ovensTemperature controlPortion controlFood safety (HACCP)Recipe developmentTime management
Source: Workable. Last checked as open: 14 Nov 2026. You apply directly with the employer.
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