Danilo José Truda

Experienced Pizza Chef & Production Manager (15+ years, Italy & Switzerland), specialized in Neapolitan pizza and long fermentation. Flexible, team-oriented, and highly productive, with strong focus on cost control, efficiency, and quality

Pizza Chef - Mama Shelter Zurich - Zurich, Switzerland

(2025-07)

• Manage full pizza section including dough production, service organisation, and quality control
• Oversee Neapolitan-style dough production with biga and long fermentation
• Train and supervise kitchen staff
• Optimize workflow and support private events and masterclasses

Pizza Chef / Production Manager - Da Raffaele - Zurich - Zurich, Switzerland

(2022-01 - 2025-12)

• Managed daily pizza production and kitchen workflow
• Developed seasonal menus and new recipes
• Controlled food costs and optimised ingredient usage
• Led and coordinated kitchen team

Pizza Chef - La Palma - Oeschgen - Oeschgen, Switzerland

(2021-01 - 2022-12)

• Managed pizza dough production, baking, and fermented products
• Coordinated pizza section and supported kitchen operations
• Trained staff and ensured smooth service
• Controlled stock and raw material usage

Head Pizza Chef / Kitchen Manager - Cocciuto - Milan (Italy) - Milan, Italy

(2020-01 - 2021-12)

• Managed dough production and kitchen operations
• Developed seasonal and gourmet pizza menus
• Coordinated kitchen and pizza section
• Controlled stock and supplier orders

Kitchen & Pizza Manager - Crosta - Milan (Italy) - Milan, Italy

(2019-01 - 2020-12)

• Managed kitchen and pizza section operations
• Developed new recipes and pizza toppings
• Organised staff and daily workflow
• Controlled food cost and suppliers

Pizza Chef - Berberè - Milan (Italy) - Milan, Italy

(2017-01 - 2019-12)

• Produced sourdough and biga-based dough
• Worked with specialty flours and long fermentation
• Organized pizza line during service
• Supported inventory and production planning