Pizza Maker - matchbox Rockville

Thompson Hospitality Corporation•Rockville, MD

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the matchbox team as a Pizza Maker and showcase your culinary skills in crafting delicious wood-fired pizzas that will delight our guests. As a Pizza Cook, you will work in a fast-paced and dynamic kitchen environment, preparing high-quality pizzas with precision and creativity. Your passion for culinary excellence, attention to detail, and ability to work in a team will contribute to creating a memorable dining experience for our guests. If you are ready to be part of a team that values culinary innovation and delivering exceptional food, matchbox is the perfect place for you.

Requirements

Must be able to speak clearly and understand basic English to facilitate the communication process.
Ability to learn menu items and service procedures.
Ability to take direction and to work in a team environment.
Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure.
Ability to learn and follow processes.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 10–12 hours per shift) during food preparation and service
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds (e.g., bulk ingredients, trays, equipment)
Ability to perform frequent bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, and repetitive motions while preparing pizzas
Ability to safely work in a hot, humid, and fast-paced kitchen environment, including near pizza ovens
Visual and manual dexterity to monitor food quality, presentation, cleanliness, and safety standards

Nice To Haves

Previous pizza making experience preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare and assemble high-quality pizzas following our recipes and standards
Operate and maintain wood-fired pizza ovens, ensuring proper temperature and cooking times
Monitor and rotate pizza dough to maintain freshness and quality
Coordinate with the kitchen team to ensure timely and efficient execution of pizza orders
Adhere to food safety and sanitation guidelines to ensure a clean and hygienic work environment
Collaborate with other culinary team members to develop new pizza flavors and specials