Cook

PIZZA MY HEART•Palo Alto, PA

14h

About The Position

The Cook prepares pizza dough, sauces, salads, toppings, and other food items according to company recipes and standards. The role includes managing, stretching, and hand-tossing dough after training; monitoring pizza oven temperatures and cooking times; and handling multiple food orders without compromising quality. The Cook maintains clean and sanitary workstations and food preparation areas, follows kitchen safety and food health regulations, and helps ensure orders are completed accurately and promptly. The role may also involve mentoring and training.

Requirements

A food handler’s license.
Working knowledge of proper food handling procedures.
Ability to follow standardized recipes.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Excellent communication skills.
Exceptional customer service skills.

Nice To Haves

Food preparation and food handling experience is preferred.
Enjoyment of mentoring and training.

Responsibilities

Prepare pizza dough, sauces, salads, toppings, and other food items according to company recipes.
Cut or slice ingredients such as tomatoes, peppers, and onions for toppings.
Monitor pizza oven temperatures and cooking times.
Clean workstations before and during food preparation, and clean and sterilize food preparation areas.
Ensure utensils and cooking equipment are clean before each use.
Manage food orders and ensure customers’ orders are completed in a timely manner.
Dispose of expired or spoiled ingredients at the end of each shift.
Store excess food at the correct temperature to avoid spoilage.
Ensure food portions and presentation meet company standards.
Monitor supplies and restock as needed.
Assist other cooks to complete food orders promptly.
Resolve problems with customers’ orders efficiently.
Follow food health and safety regulations and kitchen safety protocols.
Wash dishes.
Mop, sweep, and deep-clean the restaurant to keep it clean and sanitary.
Maintain a positive attitude and work as a team player.
Mentor and train others, as appropriate.