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Pizzaiolo Primo Murrysville
pizza maker
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What they do
A Cook prepares food in a restaurant or institutional kitchen. May be responsible for a specific station or type of food preparation in a larger kitchen, or specialize as a short-order or fast-food cook. May prepare meals in private homes, or cater parties.
$35,110 / year median in Pennsylvania
-5% projected decline
Job Description
Job Summary We 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.