Francesco Piperissa
Riyadh
Profilo professionale
Restaurant Manager and Mediterranean Cuisine Chef with over 20 years of international experience in the restaurant and hospitality industry. Proven expertise in restaurant operations management, start-up development, menu creation, and staff leadership. Specialized in authentic Italian and Mediterranean cuisine, with strong skills in artisanal pizza preparation and professional training of kitchen teams.
Experienced in managing high-volume restaurants, coordinating front-of-house and kitchen operations, and implementing efficient systems for purchasing, cost control, and quality standards. Successfully contributed to restaurant start-ups, operational development, and the creation of traditional Italian culinary concepts.
Provided private chef services for VIP clients, including the Al Rajhi Family and the Al Rajhi Group in Saudi Arabia, delivering high-level Italian and Mediterranean culinary experiences.
Recognized for leadership, operational excellence, and the ability to build and train multicultural hospitality teams while maintaining the highest standards of service and authentic cuisine.
Panoramica
26
26
years of professional experience
Esperienza lavorativa
Restaurant Manager & Pizza Chef
Vera Italia Restaurant
Riyadh
04.2025 - 03.2026
- Oversaw full restaurant operations including front-of-house and kitchen teams.
- Managed procurement, supplier relations, and inventory control.
- Delivered authentic Italian pizza as Pizza Chef and conducted staff training.
- Created and implemented the menu featuring traditional Italian and Mediterranean cuisine.
Pizza Chef & Private Chef
Al Rajhi Group
Riyadh
11.2023 - 12.2024
Delivered private high-end culinary services as Mediterranean Cuisine Executive Chef and Pizza Chef for the Al Rajhi Family and the Al Rajhi Group.
Restaurant & Pizzeria Start-Up Development
Pizzeria Da Ciro
Berna, Switzerland
07.2023 - 10.2023
Restaurant & Pizzeria Start-Up Management
Pizzeria Bingo
Riyadh
12.2022 - 06.2023
Managed complete administrative and financial operations, including budgeting, cost control, and revenue optimization.
Pizza Chef
L’Antica Pizzeria Da Michele
Riyadh & Khobar, Saudi Arabia
11.2021 - 11.2022
Pizzeria Manager
Pub 925
CZ
06.2020 - 10.2021
Start-Up and Operational Launch of a Restaurant
Taverna Antica
Mühldorf am Inn
01.2020 - 03.2020
Led the successful start-up and launch of restaurant and pizzeria concepts, from planning and staffing to operational execution.
Pizza Chef, Pizza Training
Fratelli La Bufala
, CZ
10.2019 - 12.2019
Supervised recruitment, training, and leadership of multicultural hospitality teams.
Start-Up and Operational Launch of a Restaurant &
La Regina Pizzeria
Daegu, South Corea
02.2016 - 01.2019
Led the start-up and operational launch of a restaurant and pizzeria, overseeing concept development, staff recruitment, supplier sourcing, and operational setup.
Owner
L’Amorino Restaurant & Pizzeria
Florence, FI
02.2013 - 01.2016
Oversaw full administrative management of L’Amorino Restaurant, including financial control, staff coordination, and operational supervision.
CEO & Pizza Chef Trainer
Don Chisciotte
Florence, FI
01.2006 - 01.2013
Coordinator & Operations Manager – Don Chisciotte Restaurant Group (11 Locations)
CEO and Pizza Chef
La Botte Restaurant & Pizzeria
, CZ
01.2003 - 01.2005
Pizza Chef
Cavallino Bianco
, CZ
01.2000 - 01.2003
Istruzione
Master Pizza Instructor -
Accademia Associazione Grani Tradizionali Italiani (AGTI)
01.2024
Diploma in Culinary Arts -
ALMA
Roma2012
High school -
I.S. Leonardo da Vinci
Lamezia Terme06.2004
Competenze
- Restaurant & Operations Management: Multi-unit oversight, budgeting, procurement, and operational efficiency
- Culinary Expertise: Mediterranean & Italian cuisine, menu creation, artisanal pizza, private chef services for VIP clients
- Leadership & Team Development: Recruitment, training, and supervision of multicultural teams; staff performance optimization
- Customer Experience & Service Excellence: Premium guest service, VIP events, quality assurance, and food safety compliance
- Strategic & Project Management: Restaurant start-ups, operational launches, business expansion, and supplier negotiation
Lingue
Italiano
Esperto
Inglese
Intermedio
Cronologia
Restaurant Manager & Pizza Chef
Vera Italia Restaurant
04.2025 - 03.2026
Pizza Chef & Private Chef
Al Rajhi Group
11.2023 - 12.2024
Restaurant & Pizzeria Start-Up Development
Pizzeria Da Ciro
07.2023 - 10.2023
Restaurant & Pizzeria Start-Up Management
Pizzeria Bingo
12.2022 - 06.2023
Pizza Chef
L’Antica Pizzeria Da Michele
11.2021 - 11.2022
Pizzeria Manager
Pub 925
06.2020 - 10.2021
Start-Up and Operational Launch of a Restaurant
Taverna Antica
01.2020 - 03.2020
Pizza Chef, Pizza Training
Fratelli La Bufala
10.2019 - 12.2019
Start-Up and Operational Launch of a Restaurant &
La Regina Pizzeria
02.2016 - 01.2019
Owner
L’Amorino Restaurant & Pizzeria
02.2013 - 01.2016
CEO & Pizza Chef Trainer
Don Chisciotte
01.2006 - 01.2013
CEO and Pizza Chef
La Botte Restaurant & Pizzeria
01.2003 - 01.2005
Pizza Chef
Cavallino Bianco
01.2000 - 01.2003
Master Pizza Instructor -
Accademia Associazione Grani Tradizionali Italiani (AGTI)
Diploma in Culinary Arts -
ALMA
High school -
I.S. Leonardo da Vinci