Pizza Maker/Pizzaiolo

Location: Apizza Alimentari, Fayetteville, New York

Job Type: Full-Time | Reports To: Kitchen Management

Position Summary: The Pizzaiolo prepares and executes pizzas while maintaining quality, speed, and consistency during service. Responsibilities include dough preparation, stretching, topping pizzas, operating ovens, assisting guests when needed, and using the POS system to support customer orders.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare pizza dough, sauces, and toppings according to recipes.
• Stretch dough and assemble pizzas for service.
• Operate pizza ovens and monitor cooking times.
• Maintain consistent quality and presentation.
• Provide friendly customer service at the counter when needed.
• Use the POS system to enter and process orders.
• Stock ingredients and maintain the pizza station.
• Maintain cleanliness and follow sanitation standards.

Essential Skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Strong teamwork and communication
• Attention to cleanliness and organization
• Safe operation of ovens and kitchen equipment
• Basic POS familiarity or willingness to learn
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50–60 lbs 
• Dependability and punctuality

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
• Food handler certification preferred
• Previous pizza or kitchen experience preferred 
• Strong attention to detail and quality

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Paid vacation time
• 401(k) options
• Health insurance for employees averaging 30+ hours per week
• Food & beverage allowance
• Growth opportunities