Pizza Cook

Pizza Cook

Summary of Position: Crooked Hammock Brewery Raleigh is firing up something brand new our first-ever pizza oven and we're looking for skilled and passionate Pizza Cooks to help bring it to life. This role is more than just working a station. As a Pizza Cook, you'll lead the execution of our handcrafted pizza program, from dough stretching to oven management to final presentation. You'll be responsible for mastering the art of high-heat cooking, building consistent, craveable pies, and maintaining the quality and integrity of every pizza that leaves the oven. Like all Line Cooks at Crooked Hammock, you are a leader in the kitchen fueling food passion, supporting your team, and continuously learning every station. This role requires precision, pride, speed, and creativity. Must Enjoy the Ride!

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare, stretch, top, and fire pizzas according to Crooked Hammock recipes and quality standards
• Operate and manage a high-temperature pizza oven safely and efficiently
• Monitor oven performance, cook times, and product consistency throughout service
• Assume 100% responsibility for the quality and presentation of every pizza served
• Maintain proper dough handling, proofing, portioning, and storage procedures
• Ensure standard portion sizes, topping distribution, and recipe adherence
• Stock and maintain sufficient levels of dough, sauces, cheeses, and toppings for smooth service
• Maintain a clean and sanitary pizza station including prep tables, refrigeration, utensils, and oven area
• Assist in prep of sauces, dough, toppings, and specialty ingredients
• Follow proper plate presentation and garnish standards
• Handle, store, and rotate all products properly (FIFO)
• Support other Back of House stations when needed
• Assist in opening and closing procedures, including oven shut-down and cleaning protocols
• Attend scheduled employee meetings and contribute ideas for feature pizzas and menu innovation
• Live the brand and be a brand ambassador; must Enjoy the Ride!

Qualifications:

• 13 years full-service restaurant kitchen experience preferred
• Prior pizza or high-heat oven experience strongly preferred
• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Culinary degree preferred
• Must be at least 18 years of age and eligible to work in the United States
• Must have reliable transportation to/from work
• Strong understanding of cooking methods, dough handling, and knife skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Ability to perform tasks with accuracy, speed, and attention to detail
• Ability to read and follow recipes and prep lists
• Calm, focused demeanor under pressure
• Strong organizational skills and self-motivation
• Team-oriented mindset
• Ability to stand, bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 lbs

Compensation: This position pays $18/hour and comes with awesome employee perks. La Vida Hospitality Group offers unique lifestyle-based benefits geared towards doing what we do best - Enjoying the Ride & Celebrating our Tribe!

• Unlimited growth potential with salaried management opportunities
• Travel opportunities
• Team events & outings
• Local lifestyle perks like paddleboarding & kayaking discounts
• Professional leadership development and continuous coaching, training, and mentorship
• Food, beverage & retail discounts
• Benefits for salaried team and paid time off for full-time hourly employees
• Celebrate Wellness program dedicated to supporting employee wellness

We're firm believers in working & playing hard and we want to find people who share that same passion with us, so if that sounds like your kind of vibe, apply to join our team today!