What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Artisan Pizza Chef position at Pizza Bocca Lupo?
Senior Pizzaiolo & Shift Lead – Pizza Bocca Lupo
Location: San Pedro Square Market, Downtown San Jose
Total Compensation: $30.00 – $38.00/hour (Base: $22–$27 Tips: $8–$11)
Schedule: Tuesday – Saturday (Evenings)
Master the Flame. Lead the Team.
Pizza Bocca Lupo is looking for a skilled Senior Artisan Pizza Maker / Shift Lead who lives for the craft. As one of the few restaurants dedicated to the Vera Pizza Napoletana tradition, we take immense pride in our product. We need a high-energy leader who can handle high-volume shifts while maintaining the strict quality standards of authentic Neapolitan pizza.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Highly Competitive Pay: Lead-level base pay plus a strong tip pool ($30–$38/hr total).
- Professional Growth: We are looking for leaders.
- Iconic Location: Work in the heart of San Jose's premier dining destination.
- The Perks: Free pizza and soda every shift.
- Holiday Balance: We are closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day.
The Role (Responsibilities)
As a Senior member of the team, you will be expected to:
- Master the Craft: Stretch, top, and cook pizzas to VPN standards in a high-volume environment.
- Lead the Floor: Lead shift operations, ensuring punctuality, efficiency, and team morale.
- Prep & Quality Control: Manage dough and ingredient prep to ensure every pie is perfect.
- Customer Experience: Interface with guests and maintain the energy of our open kitchen.
- Operational Excellence: Oversee nightly clean-up and provide "extra hand" support or shift coverage when needed.
What You Bring (Qualifications)
- Experience: Previous professional pizza-making experience is required (Artisan/Wood-fired experience preferred).
- Leadership: An assertive, team-first attitude with the ability to lead by example.
- Reliability: You are punctual, hard-working, and available Tuesday through Saturday evenings.
- Technical: Must have a valid ServSafe certification and adhere to strict hygiene standards.
- Physical: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and thrive in a fast-paced kitchen.
- Compliance: Authorized to work in the U.S. (we use E-Verify).
Are you ready to lead the best pizza team in San Jose?
Reply to this ad with your resume or a summary of your experience to schedule an interview.
Salary : $30 - $38