Chef de Partie Pizza

Key Responsibilities

• Delights passengers by delivering the best Neapolitan-style Pizza at Sea, From traditional Margherita and pepperoni to the daily specials.
• Responsible for culinary operations in the Top-Deck pizzeria always ensuring Neapolitan-style pizza is hand-tossed and freshly baked right on deck according to Company recipes and preparation methods.
• Always monitors the consumption of ingredients required for daily pizza production, minimizes food waste, and plans orders accordingly. Informs Executive Chef when fluctuations occur.
• Effectively supervises the Demi Chef De Partie Pizza and Commis Chef during baking and mise-en-place operations and provides the required training/coaching classes. 
• Always ensures that Pizza recipe files are maintained and available to assigned staff.
• Share responsibility with the Demi Chef de Partie Pizza for managing the budget and achieving cost targets in the Pizzeria as directed by the Chief Baker and Executive Chef.
• Continually strives to improve on production methods and skills, culinary techniques, menu and recipe knowledge, product-holding techniques, and presentation and delivery of the pizza products.
• Observes each teammate’s performance using role descriptions as a guide and identifies top performers and mentors them for career advancement or promotion.
• Continually trains and coaches pizza-making staff in production methods, baking techniques, menu and recipe knowledge, product-holding techniques, and presentation and delivery of the product.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a "Pizzaiolo" from high-volume handmade pizza production.
• Formal Pizzaiolo Certification (preferred).
• Solid knowledge of the Neapolitan Pizza process and procedures, including dough preparation methods, baking techniques, and toppings.
• Solid knowledge of different Pizza styles, from traditional Margherita and Pepperoni to other specialty Pizzas.
• Good English language skills, both verbal and written.
• Understanding of the foundation of guest service; ability and willingness to deliver outstanding service to our guests. 
• Motivation to excel in all aspects of job duties and responsibilities. 
• Personable communicator with outstanding social skills and a warm, friendly, and caring personality. 
• Ability to continuously surprise and delight guests throughout their cruise experience. 
• Commitment to establish and maintain courteous and professional working relationships in a diverse cultural environment.

Job Benefits

Embark on a career adventure like no other! As part of the Princess Cruises team, you’ll enjoy:

• A competitive salary package.
• Your own comfortable double cabin - your private space to relax and recharge.
• Company-paid travel to and from the ship, so you can focus on the journey ahead.
• Access to exclusive areas and benefits onboard (depending on the rank and occupational group).
• A vibrant recreation and welfare program designed to support your well-being and work-life balance.
• Access to exceptional learning and development opportunities to grow your skills and advance your career.
• The chance to travel the world, exploring exciting destinations while doing what you love.
• A welcoming, inclusive, and dynamic work environment where your contributions are valued.