What are the responsibilities and job description for the pizza maker position at Pizzaiolo Primo Murrysville?
Job SummaryWe are seeking a skilled and passionate Pizzaiolo to join our dynamic culinary team. As a Pizzaiolo, you will be responsible for crafting high-quality pizzas using traditional and creative recipes. Wood fire oven experience necessary. The ideal candidate should possess excellent hand-stretching and dough-shaping skills, a deep understanding of pizza ingredients, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
What’s in it for you
· Pay up to $22 relevant to experience
· Working in a busy polished casual restaurant
· Top of the line, pizza oven
· Full time / part time available
· Opportunities for career advancement
· Flexible schedules
· Free daily meals
· Company benefits: Medical, dental, vision, etc.
· PTO accrual from day 1
· 401K matching
Responsibilities:
Dough Preparation:
· Prepare pizza dough from scratch, ensuring consistency and quality.
· Monitor and manage proofing times for optimal dough texture and flavor.
Pizza Assembly:
· Hand-stretch and shape pizza dough with precision and consistency.
· Apply sauce, cheese, and toppings according to established recipes and customer preferences.
· Ensure that each pizza meets quality standards in terms of appearance and taste.
Oven Management:
· Operate pizza ovens and other kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
· Monitor and adjust oven temperatures to achieve the desired crust texture and toppings doneness.
Quality Control:
· Inspect ingredients for freshness and quality.
· Maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene throughout the pizza preparation process.
Customer Service:
· Interact with customers to understand their pizza preferences and accommodate special requests.
· Ensure timely and accurate order preparation to meet customer expectations.
Kitchen Organization:
· Keep the pizza preparation area clean, organized, and well-stocked.
Requirements:
· Proven experience as a Pizzaiolo or in a similar role.
· Strong knowledge of pizza dough preparation and various pizza styles.
· Ability to hand-stretch and shape pizza dough with precision.
· Familiarity with traditional and innovative pizza toppings.
· Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
· Excellent multitasking and time-management skills.
· Team player with effective communication skills.
· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $22