Pizza Cook in San Antonio, Texas at Zachry

Who We Are

Based in San Antonio, Texas, Zachry Hotels is a proven leader in the development, management and ownership of hospitality assets. At Zachry Hotels, we are passionate about hospitality and surround ourselves with team members who share that same passion. Our tenure in the hospitality and hotel industry has provided us the knowledge and key relationships for success in hotel management, operation, and development. We take care of our clients, business partners and each other as family, within a culture of service and accountability, where we do the right thing because it is the right thing to do.

Together We Can Do Great Things® Every Person Matters® This Is More Than A Job®

Position Overview

The Pizza Cook is responsible for preparing handcrafted pizzas and related menu items while ensuring consistency, quality, and adherence to culinary standards. This role leads pizza station operations, assists with training junior cooks, maintains proper ingredient preparation, and supports overall kitchen workflow in a full-service hotel environment.

What You'll Do

Pizza Preparation & Cooking

• Prepare, stretch, and hand-toss pizza dough to desired specifications.
• Assemble pizzas using standardized recipes, portion control, and presentation guidelines.
• Cook pizzas using deck ovens, wood-fired ovens, or specialty equipment as required.
• Prepare and cook related menu items including flatbreads, calzones, sauces, and toppings.

Station Leadership & Production Oversight

• Lead daily pizza station operations, ensuring readiness of ingredients, tools, and mise en place.
• Train and guide Cook I, Cook II, Prep Cook, and other junior kitchen staff on pizza-making techniques.
• Coordinate timing and production with line cooks during service periods.
• Monitor product levels and communicate shortages or needs to the culinary leadership team.

Ingredient Preparation & Quality Control

• Prepare fresh toppings, sauces, cheeses, and specialty ingredients according to hotel standards.
• Ensure correct storage, labeling, and rotation of all pizza ingredients (FIFO).
• Maintain consistency in dough quality, cooking times, and temperature control.
• Inspect ingredients daily and report any quality issues immediately.

Food Safety & Sanitation

• Follow all food safety guidelines including temperature control, labeling, and storage.
• Maintain a clean, sanitized pizza station at all times.
• Clean and maintain ovens, tools, prep areas, and pizza equipment daily.
• Comply with health department regulations and hotel sanitation standards.

Team Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with cooks, servers, and culinary leadership to ensure efficient food service.
• Communicate menu changes, special items, and station needs clearly.
• Support banquet production, outlets, or special pizza-themed events as required.
• Assist with kitchen opening, closing, and prep procedures.

Equipment Use & Care

• Operate pizza ovens, dough mixers, rollers, peels, cutters, and kitchen equipment safely.
• Clean and maintain pizza equipment and report issues promptly.
• Ensure all tools and equipment are used according to hotel safety standards.

Additional Responsibilities

• Assist with inventory, portion control, and cost-control initiatives.
• Support other culinary stations as needed during peak operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support culinary and hotel operations.
• Maintain reliable and consistent attendance as an essential function of the role.

What You'll Bring

Required Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Preferred Education & Experience

• Previous experience working as a pizza cook, line cook, or culinary team member preferred.
• Experience with pizza dough preparation, oven operation, and specialty pizza techniques preferred.
• Full-service hotel, banquet, or high-volume restaurant experience preferred.
• Culinary coursework or formal training preferred.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong pizza-making skills including dough handling, topping assembly, and oven management.
• Ability to maintain consistency, speed, and quality during high-volume service.
• Strong knife skills and understanding of kitchen fundamentals.
• Ability to follow recipes and execute standardized presentations.
• Good communication, teamwork, and multi-tasking abilities.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift moderate weights.
• Strong focus on sanitation, food safety, and clean workstation practices.

Other Qualifications

• Ability to work flexible shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Professional appearance and a positive, team-oriented attitude.
• Passion for creativity and high-quality handcrafted food.

Licenses or Certificates

• Food Safe Serve/Texas Food Handlers Certification

Zachry Hotels offers an industry leading benefits package for our employees and their families.

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• 401K, Paid Leave and Bonus Program
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• And many more

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

?Notice to Staffing Agencies

Zachry Hotels (Zachry) will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Zachry, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Zachry mailing address or email address, directly to Zachry employees, or to Zachry's resume database will be considered Zachry property. Zachry will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Zachry will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Zachry's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid, fully executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Zachry will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such an agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Zachry's Human Resources Representative or his/her designee. No other Zachry employee is authorized to bind Zachry to any agreement regarding placement of candidates by Agency.