Pizzaiolo Pizza Cook - AM / PM

Chicago, IL, USA|

Job Overview

Compensation

Hourly

Range $20.00 - $26.00

Benefits

Restaurant Discounts

Employee assistance program

Paid vacation

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Accident protection

critical illness insurance

Domestic Partner Benefits

401(k)

Job Description

Pizzeria Gabbo is a vibrant neighborhood pizzeria and bar located in the bustling Fulton Market District of Chicago. This establishment is set to be a culinary destination featuring two distinct pizza styles: the Chicago Thin & Crispy and a unique chef’s interpretation of the classic New York Crispy pizza. The restaurant creates a rich dining experience by blending traditional Italian classics such as antipasti, salads, pasta dishes, and soft-serve gelato with a focus on sourcing ingredients from local farms and imported products from Italy. Complementing the food menu is an extensive wine program highlighting over 20 Italian artisanal wines, emphasizing family-owned wineries and providing a curated selection by the glass. Additionally, the bar offers a classic, all-natural Spritz list along with Italian-inspired cocktails, low alcohol by volume (ABV), and zero-proof options for a diverse palette.

The Pizzaiolo or Pizza Cook role at Pizzeria Gabbo is integral to delivering the restaurant’s high-quality food and memorable customer experience. This position requires hands-on expertise in pizza dough preparation, including mixing, kneading, fermenting, shaping, and tossing dough to perfection without tears. Candidates need to be proficient in managing various types of ovens such as deck, conveyor, or wood-fired ovens, ensuring that each pizza is cooked to the highest standard. As part of an opening team, the pizzaiolo will actively contribute to developing the kitchen workflow, maintaining food safety, consistency, and quality standards. This role is suitable for individuals passionate about artisan pizza making and Italian cuisine, who thrive in fast-paced, creative kitchen environments. The position offers an opportunity to join Lettuce Entertain You, a nationally recognized restaurant group known for investing in people’s growth, creativity, and wellness through career development and comprehensive benefits. Working at Pizzeria Gabbo means being part of a caring, creative team where employees are valued and supported while developing their culinary skills in the exciting and dynamic setting of Chicago’s food scene. The opportunity includes a variety of shifts, including weekends, catering to flexible schedules, making it ideal for culinary professionals aiming to grow their careers in a progressive and supportive establishment.

Job Requirements

Ability to proficiently prepare pizza dough including mixing, kneading, fermenting and portioning
Skilled in shaping and tossing dough evenly without tearing
Experience managing deck, conveyor or wood-fired ovens
Ability to safely use kitchen tools and equipment including knives
Ability to work varied shifts including weekends
Ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken English
Ability to stand and walk during full shifts
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
Willingness to work in a noisy, crowded, and hot kitchen environment

Job Qualifications

Proficient in preparing pizza dough including mixing, kneading, fermenting and portioning
Skilled in shaping and tossing dough evenly without tearing
Experienced with oven management (deck, conveyor or wood-fired)
Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
Ability to multi-task in a busy environment
Knowledge of food safety and sanitation guidelines
Ability to follow prescribed recipes and portioning controls
Team player with good interpersonal skills

Job Duties

Prepare menu items according to prescribed recipes and/or special requests
Available to work a variety of hours, days and shifts, including weekends
Safely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipment, including knives
Ability to effectively communicate in order to perform and follow job requirements in written and spoken direction
Ability to multi-task calmly and effectively in a busy, stressful environment
Work in a confined, crowded space of variable noise and temperature levels
Able to move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to stand and walk for an entire shift and move safely through all areas of the restaurant
Follow all prescribed portioning controls and par levels
Maintain food safety and quality standards
Ability to read a thermometer correctly and efficiently
Communicate any food delays or issues to coordinator
Maintain menu item counts and communicate to management and service staff when quantities fall below minimum quantity
Accurately account for all items coming out of the station
Understand and follow the food allergy procedure and special orders/restrictions
Comply with all safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures
Follow all rules, policies, procedures and conditions of employment
Get along well with others and be a team player
Other duties will be assigned as needed