Buca di Beppo Pizza Cook

Louisville, KY, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $11.00 - $14.25

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Retirement Plan

flexible scheduling

Career development opportunities

Job Description

Buca di Beppo is a well-known Italian restaurant chain with locations stretching from New York City to Honolulu, embodying the rich Italian traditions of food, friendship, and hospitality. The restaurants are celebrated for their vibrant atmosphere and eclectic vintage décor, offering an experience that feels like dining in an authentic Italian village. Buca di Beppo specializes in classic Italian dishes inspired by generations of recipes from Northern and Southern Italy. This company places a strong emphasis on family values, considering its employees an integral part of the Buca family. The company's mission focuses on providing every guest with an exceptional celebratory dining experience by serving high-quality, vibrant Italian cuisine in a lively and unique setting. As one of the most vibrant restaurant companies in the United States, Buca di Beppo seeks to be the first choice for celebratory dining nationwide.

The Cook role at Buca di Beppo is an essential position contributing directly to the restaurant’s success by preparing menu items according to the company’s specifications and quality standards. This role requires the cook to handle all applicable menu items at their station, ensuring timely preparation and consistency in every dish served. The cook is also responsible for maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work area throughout the shift. This position plays a pivotal role in upholding the restaurant’s reputation for high-quality food and excellent service. The ideal candidate should be able to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, handling multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail and adhering to food safety and sanitation policies. Buca di Beppo values communication, teamwork, and commitment, and the cook is expected to embody these attributes during each shift. The employment is typically full-time, offering opportunities for career growth within the company and a supportive work environment that fosters both personal and professional development.

Job Requirements

High school degree or equivalent preferred
Minimum one year cooking experience in high-volume restaurant preferred
Ability to perform essential duties satisfactory
Willingness to follow safety and sanitation policies
Ability to use sensory capabilities
Positive communication and teamwork skills
Ability to adapt to changing business needs

Job Qualifications

High school degree or equivalent preferred
Minimum one year cooking experience in a high-volume restaurant preferred
Ability to use all sensory capabilities such as vision, hearing, tasting, smelling, touching, and speaking
Strong communication skills
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Commitment to food safety and sanitation standards

Job Duties

Prepare all menu items applicable to station according to recipes and specifications
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of work station and kitchen area
Inspect food preparation areas to ensure food safety and sanitary standards
Comply with portion sizes, quality standards, kitchen rules, and company policies
Estimate food consumption and requisition supplies as needed
Set up line according to kitchen guidelines and par sheets
Assist with cleaning, sanitation, and organization of kitchen, storage, and walk-in areas