Pizza Cook

Pizza Cook | $18.00 – $19.50/hr + Kitchen Tip Pool

Leucadia Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant is looking for dependable and motivated Pizza Cooks to join our kitchen team! Our Pizza Cooks prepare and cook pizzas to order while maintaining consistent quality, accuracy, and presentation in a fast-paced restaurant environment. This is a great fit for someone who enjoys hands-on kitchen work, staying productive during busy shifts, and working as part of a team to deliver great food to our guests.

About Leucadia Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant

Since 1981, Leucadia Pizzeria has been a local favorite in San Diego for quality and flavor. We specialize in gourmet pizzas, fresh salads, delicious pastas, and savory subs – all made from high-quality, fresh ingredients prepared daily in our scratch-made kitchen. With a selection of gluten-free options, we truly have something for everyone. We take pride in superior service, ensuring every meal is delivered with care – whether to your table or your door.

About the Role:

Our cooks are responsible for preparing high-quality menu items according to established recipes, portions, presentation standards, and food safety requirements. Cooks help maintain an efficient, organized, clean, and well-stocked kitchen while working closely with other kitchen employees, Front of House team members, and management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Food Preparation – Complete assigned preparation work before and during service, including washing, cutting, portioning, measuring, and organizing ingredients.
• Pizza Dough and Skins – Prepare pizza skins by stretching, shaping, and handling dough according to company procedures and established size and thickness standards.
• Pizza Preparation – Apply sauces, cheeses, toppings, and other ingredients according to established recipes, portions, and guest order specifications.
• Specialty and Modified Orders – Prepare specialty pizzas and customized orders accurately, including requested additions, removals, substitutions, and allergen-related instructions.
• Pizza Oven Operation – Safely operate pizza ovens, monitor cooking times, and remove completed items at the proper time.
• Food Quality Inspection – Inspect pizzas for proper appearance, temperature, doneness, portioning, and overall quality before cutting and packaging.
• Garlic Bread and Related Menu Items – Cook garlic breads and other pizza-station menu items according to established recipes, portions, and cooking procedures.
• Pizza Station Readiness – Prepare, organize, and restock dough, sauces, cheese, toppings, tools, and other items needed for service.
• Pizza Station Cleanliness – Keep pizza ovens, equipment, utensils, preparation areas, and surrounding workspaces clean, sanitary, and organized.
• Dish Pit Support – Assist with washing dishes, cookware, utensils, food containers, and kitchen equipment as needed to support restaurant operations.
• Opening, Closing, and Shift Duties – Complete assigned opening, shift-change, cleaning, restocking, and closing duties and checklists.
• Communication with Management – Promptly report out-of-stock products, supply needs, equipment problems, food-quality concerns, unsafe conditions, injuries, order issues, or other operational concerns to management.
• Additional Responsibilities – Participate in deep cleaning, inventory organization, training, special projects, and other restaurant duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For:

• Previous restaurant, kitchen, food preparation, pizza, line cook, or sauté experience preferred.
• Ability to follow recipes, portion standards, preparation instructions, and food safety procedures.
• Basic knife and food-preparation skills appropriate for the assigned station.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, allergen, and cross-contamination practices preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on food quality and order accuracy.
• Ability to work efficiently, stay organized, and maintain a sense of urgency in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Dependable attendance, punctuality, and reliable transportation.
• Ability to accept direction, coaching, feedback, and station assignments from management.
• Ability to maintain a professional and respectful attitude during busy or stressful periods.
• Willingness to assist with cleaning, restocking, dishwashing, and other kitchen duties as needed.
• Must obtain and maintain a valid California Food Handler Card within the timeframe required by law.
• Availability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and varying schedules based on business needs.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods; bend, reach, stoop, lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds, with assistance when appropriate; and safely perform hands-on kitchen duties involving repetitive motions, hot equipment, sharp utensils, wet or slippery surfaces, noise, steam, and changing temperatures, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Pay: $18.00 - $19.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid sick time
• Paid training

Work Location: In person