Pizza Maker at Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace in Yorktown Heights, New York

Job Description:

Our gourmet Yorktown Heights, NY Store has a FT Pizza Maker position available in its busy Pizza Department! Our Pizza Makers are responsible for preparing pizza dough, cutting, grating, and slicing various ingredients to be used as toppings, and removing pizza debris from the pizza ovens. Our new team member will ensure that kitchen safety protocol for Uncle G's is properly followed at all times. (Shift is afternoon shift, with closing 3 days per week).

Responsibilities

Preparing pizza dough, sauces, and various toppings, such as olives, peppers, mushrooms, onions, and meats
Monitoring the temperature of the pizza ovens as well as cooking times
Preparing high-quality pizzas according to company recipes
Monitoring inventory and placing orders for more supplies as needed
Cleaning workstations before pizza preparation
Ensuring that all utensils and cooking equipment are sterilized before each use
Plating or packaging pizzas accordingly
Managing all food order slips and ensuring that customers' orders are completed in a timely manner
Disposing of expired or spoiled ingredients at the end of each shift
Other duties and functions as assigned

Requirements:

HS Diploma or equivalent
3-5 years of experience making pizza in a fast paced pizzeria or restaurant setting
A food handler's license is preferred
Proven food preparation and food handling experience
The ability to follow standardized recipes
Knowledge of basic math
Ability to prioritize tasks based on customer and business needs
Able to deliver friendly, courteous and prompt customer service
Basic knowledge of baking techniques and the pastry-making process
Keen attention to detail
Knowledge of sanitation principles and food preparation
Flexible working hours, including weekends and evenings, when necessary
Capable of working in a fast-paced, production environment
Must know and understand all NYS, local and federal laws regarding food handling and sanitary conditions

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(K), 50% off of lunch, 25% off of in store shopping and more!

Working Conditions

Most of the time is spent moving about continuously on hard surfaces. There may be a need to frequently position oneself to examine and/or scan merchandise, including bending, climbing, crawling, handling, pulling, reaching, and stooping.
May require lifting objects up to 30 pounds. May require lifting and moving heavy and/or awkward objects more than 30 pounds with assistance.
Usually in a comfortable indoor environment surrounded by moving machinery and/or loud equipment that may require shouting in order to be heard. There could be exposure to temperature extremes from freezers, ovens, and/or coolers.
There may be occasional exposure to cleaning agents, sharp objects/industrial equipment necessary to perform job duties and functions.