Pizza Head Cook

Job Summary
Pizza Inn is seeking an experienced, dependable, and skilled Pizza Head Cook to lead daily kitchen production and ensure consistent quality across pizza and menu items. The ideal candidate will oversee food preparation, guide kitchen team members, monitor cooking standards, and maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen preparation and pizza production activities.
• Prepare pizza dough, sauces, toppings, and other ingredients according to established recipes.
• Oversee pizza assembly, cooking, portioning, and presentation.
• Monitor oven temperatures, cooking times, and food quality.
• Ensure all orders are prepared accurately and efficiently.
• Coordinate kitchen workflow to maintain smooth service during busy periods.
• Train, guide, and support kitchen team members on preparation and cooking procedures.
• Monitor ingredient levels and assist with inventory counts and restocking.
• Ensure proper food rotation, storage, and handling practices.
• Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen workstations and equipment.
• Monitor food waste and promote efficient ingredient usage.
• Assist with receiving and organizing food and kitchen supplies.
• Address routine kitchen issues and communicate operational concerns to management.
• Ensure kitchen staff follow food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.
• Assist with opening, closing, and deep-cleaning duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous pizza kitchen, restaurant, culinary, or lead cook experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of pizza preparation and commercial kitchen operations.
• Experience training or supervising kitchen team members.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and proper food-handling practices.
• Ability to operate ovens, mixers, slicers, and other common kitchen equipment safely.
• Strong attention to food quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Reliable, professional, and dependable work ethic.
• Ability to stand and perform physical kitchen tasks for extended periods.
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

About the Company
Pizza Inn is a pizza-focused restaurant dedicated to serving quality pizza and a variety of casual dining options in a welcoming environment. The company emphasizes consistent food preparation, efficient service, teamwork, cleanliness, food safety, and customer satisfaction.

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 45.0 per week

Work Location: In person