Pizza Maker/Cook

Milwaukee, WI, USA|

Job Overview

Compensation

Hourly

Range $12.25 - $17.00

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

employee discount

Retirement Plan

uniform provided

meal discounts

Job Description

This counter-service restaurant is dedicated to providing gourmet breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals served quickly, generally within about five minutes. Known for its efficient service and high-quality food, the restaurant caters to customers seeking a fast yet delicious dining experience. The establishment focuses not only on speed but also on upholding stringent standards for food preparation, sanitation, and presentation. It operates in a fast-paced environment where teamwork, communication, and adherence to company guidelines are paramount. The restaurant prides itself on maintaining a clean, safe, and organized kitchen and dining area to ensure both customer satisfaction and workplace safety.

The role within this restaurant is crucial for maintaining the quality and efficiency that customers expect. Reporting directly to the Shift Leader and Division Leader, the person in this position is responsible for preparing meals in line with the restaurant's guidelines and procedures. This includes preparing pizza dough, sauces, and various toppings such as tomatoes, peppers, mushrooms, onions, and meats, always monitoring cooking times and temperatures to maintain food quality. Attention to detail is vital, from following recipes accurately to ensuring all food orders are completed and presented promptly. Maintaining cleanliness and safety in the kitchen through proper sanitation, utensil sterilization, and workstation cleaning are central to the role. Additionally, this job involves managing inventory and coordinating with the Shift Leader to ensure supplies are replenished when necessary.

Further responsibilities include assisting with food preparation for subsequent shifts, collaborating with kitchen team members to ensure smooth operations, and communicating effectively about customer concerns or special requests. Employees in this role must wear the appropriate uniform and maintain personal cleanliness and safety standards. The ability to work well within a team, protect company assets, and maintain a presentable restaurant environment are all essential components of the job. This position offers a dynamic work environment emphasizing speed, teamwork, and high standards in food quality and customer service.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
ability to follow food safety and sanitation guidelines
previous experience in a fast-paced food service environment preferred
basic math skills for measuring ingredients and managing inventory
strong attention to detail
ability to work under pressure
good communication skills

Job Qualifications

Previous kitchen or food preparation experience preferred
basic knowledge of food safety practices
ability to follow detailed recipes and instructions
good communication skills
ability to work effectively in a team environment
ability to manage time efficiently
attention to cleanliness and sanitation
physical ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks

Job Duties

Follow company guidelines and procedures for preparing meals quickly and accurately
preparing pizza dough, sauces, and various toppings such as tomatoes, 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 notify Shift Leader when orders for more supplies as needed
cleaning workstations before and after 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
prep food for use on next shift
assist with food preparation tasks as needed
collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure smooth operations
communicate effectively with Leader any customer concerns, complaints, product requests, etc
wear appropriate uniform, footwear, name tag and maintain cleanliness of the uniform
maintain a safe environment when dealing with any and all cooking utensils
sweep, mop, and organize coolers and other areas of the kitchen
maintain a clean, safe, organized and well-stocked restaurant to ensure restaurant is presentable
must be able to work as an integral part of a team, assisting and communicating effectively with co-workers
protect the assets of the company