Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Pizza Cook to join our team at Mountain Mike's Pizza in Cypress, TX. The ideal candidate will have a passion for cooking delicious pizzas and other menu items, along with a strong work ethic and attention to detail. As a Pizza Cook, you will be responsible for preparing high-quality pizzas according to our recipes and standards, ensuring customer satisfaction with every order. If you have a passion for food, enjoy working in a team, and have experience in the food industry, we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare pizza dough, sauces, and toppings according to established recipes and portion sizes.
- Assemble and cook pizzas in accordance with customer orders, ensuring quality and consistency.
- Monitor oven temperatures and cooking times to achieve the desired crust texture and topping doneness.
- Coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and delivery of orders during peak hours.
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in the kitchen area, including food preparation surfaces, equipment, and utensils.
- Rotate and stock ingredients to ensure freshness and minimize waste.
- Assist with inventory management and ordering of supplies as needed.
- Follow proper food safety procedures to prevent cross-contamination and ensure food quality.
- Adhere to all food safety regulations and company policies at all times.
- Collaborate with other team members to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
- Assist with other kitchen tasks, such as food preparation, dishwashing, and cleaning, as needed.
Requirements:
- Previous experience as a cook or kitchen staff member, preferably in a pizza restaurant or similar establishment.
- Knowledge of pizza preparation techniques, including dough stretching, sauce spreading, and topping placement.
- Familiarity with pizza oven operation and maintenance.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality standards.
- Strong attention to detail and organization skills.
- Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately.
- Basic math skills for measuring ingredients and portioning pizzas.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift heavy objects, and work in a hot kitchen environment.
- Food handler's certificate or willingness to obtain one.
- Team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Join our team and showcase your culinary skills while contributing to the success of our pizza restaurant!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: Up to $15.00 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 40 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Paid training
Experience level:
- 1 year
- 2 years
- 3 years
- No experience needed
- Under 1 year
Restaurant type:
- Casual dining restaurant
- Fast casual restaurant
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
Weekly day range:
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends as needed
- Weekends only
Experience:
- Restaurant experience: 1 year (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Cypress, TX 77429 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Cypress, TX 77429: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person