What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pizza Cook position at Primo Pizzeria Ristorante?
Overview
Join our vibrant culinary team as a Pizza Cook and bring delicious, handcrafted pizzas to life! In this energetic role, you will be responsible for preparing high-quality pizzas with precision and creativity, ensuring every dish meets our standards of excellence. Your passion for food preparation, food safety, and kitchen efficiency will help create memorable dining experiences for our guests. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love working with fresh ingredients, this is the perfect opportunity to showcase your culinary skills and grow within a dynamic restaurant setting.
Duties
- Prepare and cook a variety of pizzas according to established recipes and menu specifications
- Operate kitchen equipment such as ovens, mixers, slicers, and dough rollers safely and efficiently
- Maintain high standards of food safety and sanitizing procedures throughout all stages of food handling and preparation
- Assist in menu planning by suggesting new pizza toppings or styles to enhance customer offerings
- Ensure consistency in food quality by adhering strictly to recipe guidelines and portion sizes
- Manage high-volume production during peak hours while maintaining speed and accuracy
- Support the broader kitchen team with food production tasks including grilling, braising, poaching, and other cooking techniques as needed
Requirements
- Previous experience in food preparation or kitchen environments, particularly with pizza or similar cuisine preferred
- Strong knife skills and proficiency in various cooking methods such as grilling, braising, poaching, and meal preparation
- Knowledge of food safety management practices and sanitizing procedures in a commercial kitchen setting
- Ability to operate kitchen equipment confidently and safely under pressure
- Experience with food handling, food production, and high-volume cooking environments within the food industry or restaurant sector
- Excellent teamwork skills with a focus on maintaining cleanliness, organization, and adherence to recipe standards
Join us to craft exceptional pizzas that delight our guests! We are committed to fostering a lively work environment where your culinary talents can flourish. All positions are paid roles that support your professional growth in the vibrant world of food service.
Pay: $16.50 - $18.50 per hour
Expected hours: 25.0 – 50.0 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $19