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Pizza Maker/kitchen prep Zuppardi's Frozen Foods West Haven, CT Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Qualifications Kitchen health and safety standards Food production Pre-cooking preparation Teamwork Food service health code compliance Packing Moving High school diploma or GED Manufacturing standard operating procedures Safety standard operating procedures Full Job Description We are looking for a skilled pizza maker to prepare high-quality pizzas according to manufacturing standards. This is a USDA facility that manufactures frozen pizzas. The pizza maker's responsibilities include preparing pizza dough, cutting, grating, or slicing various ingredients to be used as toppings. Ability to maintain a clean workstation. As a pizza maker, it is vital that kitchen operating procedures and safety protocol is properly followed. Hours/Compensation Schedule M-F some Saturdays required 630am-230-330pm Depending on season If training is required start 18.00 Experienced pizza makers: pay negotiable only based upon experience. As a Kitchen Prep/Pizza maker responsibilities include: Preparing pizza dough, sauces, and various toppings, such as tomatoes, peppers, mushrooms, onions, and meats. Preparing high-quality pizzas according to company recipes and standards. Monitoring inventory. Cleaning workstations before and after pizza preparation. Ensuring that all utensils and cooking equipment are sterilized before each use. Disposing of expired or spoiled ingredients at the end of each shift. As a production packaging associate your day will include :

• Working with 2-3 individuals
• Monitoring pizza traveling through the production process
• Packaging finished goods into boxes
• Checking, verifying, packing and moving product
• Inspecting finished product and assuring quality
• Take stock of all packaging goods and informing facility manager in a timely manner
• Taking pride in contributing to the overall cleanliness and efficient operation of your facility

Requirements:

Previous experience in a kitchen setting preferred/not required willing to train High school diploma or GED Proven food preparation and food handling experience. Working knowledge of proper food handling procedures. The ability to follow standardized recipes. The ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The ability to work in a team. Positive attitude. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Ability to stand throughout most of your shift and lift boxes weighing 50+ pounds Willingness to take direction and adapt to shifting circumstances a must. Bilingual a plus People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

In person