Palermo Restaurant & Bar Astoria, NY Job Details Full-time $1,100 a week 14 hours ago Qualifications Kitchen health and safety standards Food production Grilling Pre-cooking preparation Equipment safety procedures Food service health code compliance Kitchen knives Fine dining experience Food service cleaning Food safety sanitizing procedures Attention to detail Full Job Description Overview Join our dynamic team as a Pizza Man, where your culinary skills and passion for food will help create delicious, high-quality pizzas that delight our customers. This energetic role is perfect for individuals with a love for food preparation, kitchen operations, and delivering exceptional dining experiences. As a key member of our culinary team, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking pizzas with precision, maintaining food safety standards, and ensuring every dish meets our high-quality expectations. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy working with food industry professionals, this is your opportunity to shine! Duties Prepare pizza dough, sauces, toppings, and other ingredients following established recipes and standards to ensure consistency and quality. Operate kitchen equipment such as ovens, mixers, slicers, and other tools safely and efficiently to produce high-volume orders. Cook pizzas using various techniques including grilling, braising, poaching, and baking to achieve optimal flavor and presentation. Maintain strict adherence to food safety sanitizing procedures and food handling protocols to ensure a safe dining environment. Assist with menu planning by suggesting new toppings or recipes that enhance customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Support food production processes by managing ingredient inventory, portion control, and timely preparation of meals. Collaborate with team members to deliver excellent food service experience in a fast-paced restaurant or catering setting. Qualifications Previous dietary aide experience or food industry background preferred; experience in fine dining or high-volume production is a plus. Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques including grilling, braising, poaching, and meal preparation. Demonstrated ability to operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently while maintaining cleanliness standards. Familiarity with food safety management practices and sanitizing procedures essential for maintaining hygiene standards. Excellent knife skills along with experience in recipe adherence and food handling practices required. Experience in menu planning, catering, or restaurant environments preferred; culinary experience is highly valued. Ability to work quickly under pressure while maintaining attention to detail and quality. Embark on a flavorful journey with us! We are dedicated to fostering a vibrant work environment where your culinary talents can flourish while providing memorable dining experiences for our guests. Join us today as we serve up excellence one pizza at a time!