Prep Cook

Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza is a vibrant and dynamic restaurant known for its dedication to delivering exceptional dining experiences through stone-fired pizzas and carefully crafted dishes. Founded on a foundation of teamwork, diversity, and hard work, Piesanos prides itself on operating with strong core values embodied in their motto "Do it R.I.G.H.T.!" These values drive their mission to provide every customer with a great dining experience from start to finish. The restaurant fosters a high-performance culture where each team member is valued, recognized, and rewarded for their results, making it an appealing workplace for those looking to thrive in a collaborative and positive environment. Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza offers flexible scheduling and competitive pay, catering to individuals who seek not only employment but also growth and development within a supportive team setting.

The role of a Prep Cook at Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza is key to sustaining the high standards that the restaurant upholds. The Prep Cook is responsible for preparing food items with precision and care, ensuring every dish meets the restaurant’s strict standards for quality, presentation, and safety. This position demands a sense of urgency and adaptability, as well as a strong commitment to professionalism and teamwork. The ideal candidate will work closely with both the back-of-house (BOH) and front-of-house (FOH) teams to meet guests’ needs promptly and efficiently, contributing significantly to the seamless flow of service. Beyond food preparation, the role involves maintaining cleanliness and organization of the work area, adhering to sanitation policies, and performing side work both during and after shifts. Prep Cooks must possess thorough menu knowledge to assist servers and bartenders with customer inquiries, including those related to food allergies.

Working conditions require the Prep Cook to stand for extended periods, perform repetitive motions, and handle physical tasks like lifting up to 70 pounds. The environment includes exposure to heat, steam, smoke, and various food items such as meat, poultry, seafood, and produce. This role appeals to individuals who are passionate about food service and who can maintain focus under the fast-paced demands of a bustling kitchen.

Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza encourages personal growth, with leadership qualities such as critical thinking, problem solving, initiative, and effective communication highly valued. Prep Cooks are expected to lead by example through self-discipline and by positively influencing team dynamics. The company emphasizes equal employment opportunities and provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in accordance with legal requirements. Joining the Piesanos team means becoming part of a company that supports its employees through competitive pay, flexible work schedules, and ample opportunities for advancement in the culinary field.