Pizza Cook

Buongiorno

The Pizzaiolo plays a key role for the back of house team, especially here last Castelli Cucina. Acting as a leader, alongside the Executive Chef & Sous Chef, this individual will take a key role in the production and execution of the fine Napoletana Pizza's we make here. An experienced culinary talent, the pizzaiolo understands the workings of the pizza station, how they interact with other stations and what is required for success at each. The Pizzaiolo leads the line in the PREPARATION & PLATING & STRETCHING & TOPPING & COOKING of one of Hamilton's finest pizza's. The individual in this position thrives on surpassing guest expectations and providing an incredible culinary experience.

**Responsibilities**
- Assists Executive Chef with all kitchen operations and preparation
- Embodies a great culture, creates a high level of staff engagement
- Works directly with members of all teams (line cooks, dining room & event servers, management and support staff) to ensure overall team organization
- Help in the creation of new and seasonal menus
- Ensure each station is prepared, mis en place is complete and sufficient for the upcoming service with all items neatly organized and stored properly
- Maintain quality and consistency in the taste of all dishes throughout preparation and during service
- Thoughtfully practice product care by rotation FIFO
- Follow Chef’s lead to accommodate special requests, dietary restrictions and/or allergies of guests understanding the importance of adhering to established guidelines
- Follow established cleaning schedule and always use proper food handling procedures
- Understand how to properly and safely operate all equipment
- Participate in product ordering and inventory
- always being aware of low product counts or lack of product
- Meticulously clean the kitchen, ensuring work areas are spotless and all product is properly stored
- Demonstrate a sense of urgency while remaining poised during peak periods while seeking out additional tasks during slower periods

**Qualifications**
- Food handler certification
- WHMIS certification

**Experience**
- Minimum of 3 years working in a professional kitchen
- Sous Chef experience an asset
- PIZZA EXPERIENCE IS HUGE

**Skills**
- Advanced skills, organizational skills
- Strong understanding of daily production needs and working within a budget for food costs and labour
- Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with employees

‘Family First’ is Daniel’s number one motto and as a result, some of his fondest memories come from Sunday night dinners, spent around the large dinner table, surrounded by love, and laughter. Food was always at the center of all of these family gatherings which led Daniel to spend much of his free time learning and creating traditional Italian dishes with his Nonna Linda and Nonna Concentina. From learning how to make pasta the real way ‘FATTO a mano’, to preparing the perfect pot of sugo, he learned the fundamentals of authentic Italian cooking.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $18.00-$22.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Store discount
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Holidays
- Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay
- Overtime pay
- Tips

**Experience**:

- Kitchen: 1 year (preferred)
- Cooking: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: One location