Part-Time Pizza Maker / Kitchen Team Member

Job Description

Job Description

Much Ado About Pizza – Pleasanton, CA

Much Ado About Pizza is a busy, community-loved, Shakespeare-themed pizzeria known for our handcrafted sourdough crust and creative pizzas. We’re a small team that works hard, supports each other, and takes pride in great food and friendly service.

We’re hiring a Part-Time Pizza Maker / Kitchen Team Member to help with daily kitchen operations in our fast-paced carry-out restaurant.

What You’ll Do

· Prepare and build pizzas accurately and efficiently

· Stretch dough and work a high-temperature pizza oven

· Perform daily food prep and ingredient preparation

· Wash dishes and maintain a clean, organized kitchen

· Assist with closing and end-of-night cleaning

· Provide friendly counter service when needed

· Follow food safety and sanitation standards

· Support team members during busy rush periods

What We’re Looking For

· Must be 18 years or older

· Positive attitude and strong work ethic

· Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment

· Team player who can multitask and stay organized

· Comfortable standing for long periods and lifting up to 50 lbs

· Availability for part-time hours (20–30+ hours/week) including evenings and weekends

· Restaurant or pizza experience preferred, but we will train the right person

Why Work With Us

· Supportive, team-oriented environment

· Fun, creative workplace with a unique brand

· Opportunity to grow skills in a hands-on kitchen

Much Ado About Pizza is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all team members.

Skills for a Pizza Maker / Kitchen Team Member

• Pizza preparation & dough stretching

• Oven management (high-temperature pizza ovens)

• Food prep & knife skills

• Expediting & order accuracy

• Kitchen organization & station management

• Dishwashing & end-of-shift cleaning

• Food safety & sanitation knowledge

• Time management in a fast-paced environment

• Multitasking during high-volume service

• Team communication & collaboration

• Customer service & counter interaction

• Cash register & basic POS operation

• Problem-solving under pressure

• Reliability & punctuality

• Ability to follow recipes and portion standards

Company Description

Much Ado About Pizza is an award-winning, independently owned pizzeria in Pleasanton known for our creative sourdough pizzas, Shakespearean flair, and deep community roots. Led by a nationally recognized competition team, we’ve earned honors at major pizza events, been featured on Yelp’s Top 100 Restaurants list, and gained regional recognition for both our food and our community impact.

We’re a small but mighty, family-run business where quality, creativity, and hospitality matter just as much as speed. Our team takes pride in crafting every pizza with care, supporting local organizations, and creating a fun, welcoming environment for guests and staff alike.

If you love great food, high standards, teamwork, and being part of a place with personality and purpose, you’ll fit right in.

Company Description

Much Ado About Pizza is an award-winning, independently owned pizzeria in Pleasanton known for our creative sourdough pizzas, Shakespearean flair, and deep community roots. Led by a nationally recognized competition team, we’ve earned honors at major pizza events, been featured on Yelp’s Top 100 Restaurants list, and gained regional recognition for both our food and our community impact.\r\n\r\nWe’re a small but mighty, family-run business where quality, creativity, and hospitality matter just as much as speed. Our team takes pride in crafting every pizza with care, supporting local organizations, and creating a fun, welcoming environment for guests and staff alike.\r\n\r\nIf you love great food, high standards, teamwork, and being part of a place with personality and purpose, you’ll fit right in.