Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $24.50 - $25.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Day Shifts
Fixed Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
401(k) savings plan
401(k) matching
Job Description
Oak View Group (OVG) is a global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, founded in 2015. The company boasts a dynamic platform that spans venue development, management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Serving seven world-class owned venues and a diverse client roster, OVG represents iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions across four continents. The company is renowned for its commitment to innovation, excellence, and inclusivity, making it a significant player in the live event industry worldwide.
As a Specialty Pizza Cook at Oak View Group, you play a critical role in crafting high-quality, hand-prepared specialty pizzas with consistency and attention to detail. Working closely with the Sous Chef or Executive Chef, this position involves preparing, assembling, and cooking pizzas according to established standards to ensure every pizza is delivered with precision, speed, and creativity. You will be responsible for the entire pizza production process—from stretching the dough and building pizzas to baking and finishing. Maintaining the highest quality, presentation standards, and food safety compliance is essential in this role. The Specialty Pizza Cook is fundamental in enhancing guests' dining experiences by consistently producing exceptional pizzas in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
This part-time role offers a competitive hourly wage of $24.50 to $25.00 and includes benefits such as a 401(k) savings plan with matching contributions. The position demands scheduling flexibility, as work shifts may include evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of pizza dough preparation, various baking techniques including hand-tossed and thin crust pizzas, and the ability to operate different types of pizza ovens such as deck, conveyor, or wood-fired units. Attention to detail and rigorous adherence to food safety regulations like those of the Board of Health and ServSafe are critical. This role also involves maintaining a clean and organized work environment including pizza stations, ovens, prep surfaces, and storage areas.
Oak View Group values diversity and inclusivity as drivers of innovation and exceptional service. The company strives to create workplace environments reflecting and celebrating the diverse communities it serves, fostering collaboration and excellence among its people. As an equal opportunity employer, OVG does not discriminate based on legally protected classifications and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to join in positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry.
As a Specialty Pizza Cook at Oak View Group, you play a critical role in crafting high-quality, hand-prepared specialty pizzas with consistency and attention to detail. Working closely with the Sous Chef or Executive Chef, this position involves preparing, assembling, and cooking pizzas according to established standards to ensure every pizza is delivered with precision, speed, and creativity. You will be responsible for the entire pizza production process—from stretching the dough and building pizzas to baking and finishing. Maintaining the highest quality, presentation standards, and food safety compliance is essential in this role. The Specialty Pizza Cook is fundamental in enhancing guests' dining experiences by consistently producing exceptional pizzas in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
This part-time role offers a competitive hourly wage of $24.50 to $25.00 and includes benefits such as a 401(k) savings plan with matching contributions. The position demands scheduling flexibility, as work shifts may include evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of pizza dough preparation, various baking techniques including hand-tossed and thin crust pizzas, and the ability to operate different types of pizza ovens such as deck, conveyor, or wood-fired units. Attention to detail and rigorous adherence to food safety regulations like those of the Board of Health and ServSafe are critical. This role also involves maintaining a clean and organized work environment including pizza stations, ovens, prep surfaces, and storage areas.
Oak View Group values diversity and inclusivity as drivers of innovation and exceptional service. The company strives to create workplace environments reflecting and celebrating the diverse communities it serves, fostering collaboration and excellence among its people. As an equal opportunity employer, OVG does not discriminate based on legally protected classifications and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to join in positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 6 months to 1 year experience in commercial kitchen or pizza cooking preferred
- Ability to follow health and safety standards
- Must have scheduling flexibility including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to work under pressure in fast-paced environment
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods and handle kitchen equipment
- Strong attention to detail
- Effective teamwork and communication skills
Job Qualifications
- Scheduling flexibility is essential
- Must be able to work evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as required
- 6 months to 1 year of experience in a commercial kitchen with pizza or specialty pizza experience preferred
- Knowledge of pizza dough handling, stretching, and baking techniques including hand-tossed and thin crust
- Familiarity with pizza ovens such as deck, conveyor, or wood-fired and ability to monitor bake quality and timing
- Must consistently execute specialty pizzas following recipes, portioning, and presentation standards
- Strong knowledge of pizza ingredients, flavor profiles, and specialty combinations
- Ability to manage multiple pizza orders efficiently in a high-volume environment
- Practical understanding of kitchen sanitation
- Ability to work in a high-stress environment
- Able to work in environments with both hot and cold temperatures
- Must adhere to uniform standards policy
- Must be able to work in fast-paced environments
Job Duties
- Adhere to Board of Health and ServSafe regulations
- Prepare pizza dough, sauces, and toppings according to established recipes and standards
- Stretch, shape, and build pizzas with accuracy, consistency, and attention to presentation
- Operate and monitor pizza ovens, ensuring proper cook times, temperatures, and product quality
- Maintain quality control by checking the appearance, texture, and doneness of all pizzas before service
- Execute specialty and custom pizza orders efficiently in a high-volume environment
- Ensure proper portioning and topping distribution to maintain cost control and product consistency
- Complete all assigned production priorities daily
- Maintain cleanliness of work area including pizza stations, ovens, prep surfaces, refrigerators, counters, tables, and storage areas
- Inform supervisor of any shortages, ingredient needs, or equipment malfunctions
- Maintain proper food storage, rotation (FIFO), and ingredient freshness specific to pizza station items
- Work collaboratively with kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate order execution
- Create and support a team environment
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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