Artisan Pizza Cook in 7941 Airport-Pulling Rd - Naples, Florida at Food and Thought 2
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Job Description
Craft Artisan Pizza with Purpose.
"There are no strangers here, only friends we have yet to meet." — Frank Oakes
Are you passionate about creating exceptional pizza using 100% organic ingredients, fresh produce, and high-quality, responsibly sourced ingredients?
We're looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Pizza Cook to join our culinary team. This is more than making pizzas—it's about crafting memorable meals using fresh, clean ingredients while delivering an outstanding guest experience.
If you take pride in your craftsmanship, enjoy working with scratch-made ingredients, and thrive in a fast-paced kitchen, we'd love to meet you.
Why Join Us?
Cook with Purpose: Work with 100% organic ingredients, responsibly sourced proteins, fresh seasonal produce, and clean, wholesome foods.
Craft Artisan Pizza: Be part of a culinary team dedicated to quality, consistency, and exceptional flavor.
Career Growth: We believe in developing talent and creating opportunities for advancement.
Employee Discounts: Enjoy discounts on our organic groceries and restaurant dining.
Family Culture: Join a positive, supportive team that values respect, collaboration, and continuous learning.
Work-Life Balance: Paid time off to help you recharge.
Referral Rewards: Earn bonuses for referring talented friends to join our team.
As a Pizza Cook, you'll play an important role in delivering exceptional artisan pizzas while maintaining our commitment to quality, consistency, and guest satisfaction.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook pizzas according to established recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines.
- Prepare pizza dough, sauces, toppings, and ingredients following company standards.
- Work with 100% organic ingredients and responsibly sourced products while maintaining our commitment to clean, high-quality food.
- Monitor oven temperatures and cooking times to ensure consistently outstanding results.
- Maintain proper food handling, storage, labeling, and rotation using FIFO practices.
- Ensure every pizza meets quality standards for appearance, texture, flavor, and consistency.
- Assist with daily food preparation, station setup, inventory organization, and restocking.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation throughout each shift.
- Minimize food waste through proper preparation, portion control, and product utilization.
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations.
- Work collaboratively with chefs and fellow team members to provide an exceptional guest experience.
- Complete opening, closing, and cleaning duties as assigned.
We're Looking For Someone Who:
- Has previous experience preparing pizzas in a restaurant, pizzeria, or high-volume kitchen preferred.
- Has experience stretching dough by hand and working with artisan or scratch-made pizza (preferred).
- Is passionate about fresh, organic, and high-quality ingredients.
- Works efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen while maintaining attention to detail.
- Takes pride in producing consistent, high-quality food.
- Understands food safety, sanitation, and proper food handling procedures.
- Demonstrates strong teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.
- Is dependable, punctual, and committed to excellence.
- Is able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in an organic, farm-to-table, scratch kitchen, or artisan pizzeria.
- Passion for clean ingredients, seasonal cooking, and handcrafted food.
- Culinary education or equivalent professional kitchen experience.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, twist, kneel, and move throughout the shift.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to work safely in a fast-paced kitchen with exposure to heat, cold, steam, humidity, and commercial cooking equipment.
- Ability to safely operate pizza ovens, mixers, dough equipment, knives, and other kitchen tools.
- Sufficient manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to prepare food safely and efficiently.
- Ability to climb a step stool or ladder when necessary.
- Ability to communicate effectively and follow verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to maintain awareness of surroundings to safely perform essential job duties.
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