10 Technical Lessons + 4 Live Service Shifts

The Professional Pizza Chef Masterclass is an advanced pizza making course in Italy designed for those who want to become a professional pizzaiolo and work in a real pizzeria environment.

This is not a basic pizza class. It is a professional Italian pizza course taught by an experienced Italian pizza master, combining traditional methods, modern techniques, food science, and HACCP standards, followed by real service training in an Italian pizzeria.

Ideal for:

• Aspiring pizzaioli
• Chefs and food professionals
• Anyone searching for a professional pizza course in Italy
• Entrepreneurs planning to open a pizzeria in Italy or abroad

Course Structure

Phase 1 – Morning Technical Lessons

10 Lessons × 3 Hours | Professional Pizza School in Italy

Each lesson combines theory and hands-on practice, using professional equipment commonly found in Italian pizzerias.

Lesson 1 – Raw Materials & Pizza Science

• Grain analysis and milling basics
• Flour strength (W), protein content, and hydration
• Yeast biology and fermentation principles
• Practical: first manual dough using Italian methods

Lesson 2 – Mechanical Mixing & Dough Fermentation

• Professional spiral and fork mixers
• Dough temperature control
• Fermentation chemistry and gluten development
• Practical: mechanical dough preparation

Lesson 3 – Dough Ball Management (Staglio & Appretto)

• Professional dough portioning (staglio)
• Dough ball shaping and box management
• Second proofing (appretto) techniques
• Practical: fermentation timing for service

Lesson 4 – Pizza Stretching Techniques

• Hand-stretching Italian pizza dough
• Creating a uniform pizza disc without damaging gluten
• Preventing common professional errors
• Practical: stretching for high-volume production

Lesson 5 – Oven Management & Baking

• Pizza oven theory: wood-fired, electric, and gas
• Heat management and bake control
• Reading the pizza during baking
• Practical: first professional baking trials

Lesson 6 – Indirect Dough Methods

• Biga, poolish, and long fermentation methods
• Improving flavor, texture, and digestibility
• Managing long fermentations safely
• Practical: indirect dough preparation

Lesson 7 – Toppings, Ingredients & Food Cost

• Italian ingredients: tomato, mozzarella, oils, toppings
• Moisture control and topping balance
• Food cost calculation and portion control
• Practical: classic and gourmet pizza creation

Lesson 8 – High Hydration & Roman-Style Pizza

• Managing high-hydration doughs
• Roman pizza styles: teglia and pala
• Tray baking techniques
• Practical: Roman pizza and high-hydration baking

Lesson 9 – Station Setup, Workflow & HACCP

• Mise en place for professional pizza service
• Handling high-volume shifts (100+ pizzas/hour)
• HACCP for pizzerias:
  • Food storage and labeling
  • Temperature control
  • Hygiene and sanitation
• Practical: HACCP-compliant workstation setup

Lesson 10 – Final Exam & Professional Evaluation

• Written theory test
• Practical exam: creating a signature Italian pizza
• Evaluation of:
  • Dough management
  • Baking skills
  • Organization and hygiene
• Final professional feedback

Phase 2 – Live Service Internship in an Italian Pizzeria

4 Evening Shifts × 2.5 Hours

Hands-on pizzeria internship in Italy, during real dinner service.

Shift 1 – Observation & Workflow

• Understanding the Italian pizzeria workflow
• Managing order tickets (comande)
• Ingredient preparation following HACCP standards

Shift 2 – Bench Assistant

• Stretching and topping during peak service
• Speed, precision, and cleanliness

Shift 3 – Oven Operator

• Peel (pala) management
• Bake control under continuous service
• Quality and safety monitoring

Shift 4 – Independent Station

• Managing a workstation independently
• Consistency, speed, and stress control
• Final professional assessment

Key Learning Outcomes

• Professional Pizza Skills
  Learn authentic Italian pizza techniques used in real pizzerias.
• International Adaptability
  Adjust recipes to different climates, flours, and water worldwide.
• Food Safety & HACCP Certification Readiness
  Apply European food safety standards in any professional kitchen.
• Career & Business Preparation
  Work as a pizzaiolo or open your own pizzeria in Italy or abroad.

🍕 Looking for a serious pizza course in Italy?
This masterclass is designed for those who want real skills, real experience, and real results.

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BRAVO Course – Intermediate & Advanced Italian Cooking Course

Hands-on Italian Cuisine Training in Italy

The BRAVO Course at Italian Food Lab is an intermediate–advanced Italian cooking course designed for people who are truly passionate about food and want to deepen their knowledge of authentic Italian cuisine.

This intensive program is ideal for:

• Cooking enthusiasts with basic experience
• Food lovers looking for a professional Italian cooking course in Italy
• Travelers seeking an immersive culinary experience
• Anyone who wants to improve their skills in pizza, fresh pasta, baking, and risotto

The course is fully hands-on and focuses on the most iconic pillars of Italian cooking, following traditional techniques used in Italian homes and professional kitchens.

🕒 Duration: 5 intensive lessons × 3 hours
📅 Schedule: 5 consecutive days
📍 Location: Padua – Italy
🎯 Level: Intermediate to Advanced

BRAVO Course Program

Day 1 – Italian Pizza & Focaccia

• Introduction to Italian dough fundamentals
• Pizza dough preparation and fermentation
• Hand-stretching techniques and topping balance
• Baking pizza using professional equipment
• Focaccia dough, hydration, and seasoning
• Practical cooking: classic Italian pizza and rosemary focaccia

Day 2 – Fresh Pasta I: Filled & Egg Pasta

• Traditional egg pasta dough (pasta fresca)
• Dough rolling by hand and machine
• Shaping classic Italian pasta:
  • Tagliatelle
  • Ravioli
  • Tortellini
  • Cappellacci
• Filling preparation and sealing techniques
• Practical cooking: fresh pasta with traditional sauces

Day 3 – Fresh Pasta II: Hand-Shaped Regional Pasta

• Semolina dough and water-based pasta
• Traditional hand-shaping techniques
• Preparing:
  • Gnocchi
  • Spaghetti
  • Orecchiette
  • Cavatelli
• Sauce pairing and cooking methods
• Practical cooking: regional pasta dishes

Day 4 – Lasagne from Scratch

• Fresh pasta sheets for lasagne
• Traditional Bolognese sauce (ragù alla bolognese)
• Classic béchamel sauce (besciamella)
• Layering, baking, and presentation
• Practical cooking: authentic Italian lasagne

Day 5 – Risotti: Seasonal Italian Risotto

• Italian rice varieties: Carnaroli, Arborio, Vialone Nano
• Toasting, cooking, and broth management
• Creaming technique (mantecatura)
• Creating balanced seasonal risotti
• Practical cooking: seasonal risotto recipes

What You Will Learn

• Authentic Italian cooking techniques
• Pizza and bread dough preparation
• Fresh pasta making from scratch
• Classic Italian sauces and risotti
• Kitchen organization and workflow
• Confidence in intermediate–advanced Italian recipes

Why Choose Italian Food Lab?

• Professional Italian chefs
• Small groups and hands-on lessons
• Real Italian recipes and techniques
• Cooking courses in the heart of Italy

🍝 The BRAVO Course is the perfect next step if you want to move beyond beginner classes and experience a true Italian cooking course in Italy.

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