Pizzaiolo (Full-Time)
About The Position
Brooklyn Brewery is seeking a talented and driven Pizzaiolo to support its new pizza program under the Pizzaiolo Chef. The role supports a pizza operation from the ground up and involves working with the pizza team on dough production, pizza making, and daily operations under the vision of the Executive Chef and Pizzaiolo Chef. The successful candidate will bring experience in pizza craftsmanship, fermentation science, production systems, and high-volume execution. The Pizzaiolo works on the pizza line and supports all aspects of the pizza department, including production and service in a high-volume operation with four pizza ovens. The role includes morning dough-production shifts and evening service shifts as needed. The position requires maintaining food quality, sanitation, organization, and consistent execution in an open pizza station environment, while following NYC Department of Health food-safety and sanitation standards.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of pizza-making experience.
- Strong experience operating gas-fired and electric pizza ovens.
- Strong hand-stretching skills and an understanding of dough fermentation.
- Ability to produce consistent pies quickly during high-volume service.
- Ability to remain calm, organized, and focused in a fast-paced environment.
- Comfort working near high heat for long shifts.
- Ability to stand for long shifts and lift up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule across a Monday-through-Sunday work week as needed.
- Reliable, punctual, and calm under pressure.
- Positive, collaborative “how can I help the system” mentality.
- At least 18 years of age.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with wood-fired and hybrid pizza ovens.
- Experience with naturally leavened doughs, long fermentation, sourdough cultures, regional Italian pizza styles, or competition-level pizza programs.
- NYC DOHMH Food Protection Certificate.
- Bilingual English/Spanish skills.
Responsibilities
- Support all aspects of the pizza department.
- Work daily on the pizza line, including dough production, stretching, topping, baking, and expediting during service.
- Manage a high-volume pizza operation utilizing four pizza ovens.
- Help develop and maintain exceptional pizza dough, including fermentation, hydration, mixing techniques, dough management, cold fermentation and proofing, scaling, and production planning.
- Manage daily, weekly, and long-term dough production schedules.
- Maintain consistency and quality throughout every stage of production.
- Support the Executive Chef and Pizzaiolo Chef with menu development, seasonal features, and special events.
- Assist in developing pizzas featuring timeless classics and internationally inspired flavors.
- Label, date, and rotate products using FIFO.
- Maintain high standards of food quality, sanitation, organization, and execution.
- Clean the workstation and work cleanly in an open pizza station environment.
- Work morning dough-production shifts and evening service shifts according to production and service needs.
- Follow NYC Department of Health food-safety and sanitation standards.
- Communicate with guests who express curiosity about the food product.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Commuter benefits.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Paid time off.
- Staff discounts and industry perks.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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