Pizza Cook

Pizza Cook

Alla Vita - Nashville More Info

Nashville, TN Full/Part Time • Hourly ($19.00 - $26.00) Expires: Sep 11, 2026

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Required Years of Experience

2 years

Job Details

Alla Vita | In partnership with Chef Lee Wolen & Boka Restaurant Group

Serving a casual, family-style menu, Alla Vita is a place to gather and enjoy comfortable Italian cuisine. Alla Vita means "to life" in Italian which recognizes overcoming life's challenges and creating a space for shared meals and memorable experiences. Alla Vita celebrates simple, delicious food made with high-quality ingredients and a passion for hospitality.

The Role

Working closely with the Executive Chef and kitchen leadership team, the Pizza Cook is responsible for executing pizzas with consistency, precision, and care. This role plays a key part in maintaining kitchen standards, supporting service flow, and contributing to a clean, organized, and high-performing BOH team.

What You'll Do

• Prepare and execute menu items according to standardized recipes and specifications
• Set up, stock, and maintain assigned stations for service
• Safely operate and maintain kitchen equipment
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations, following all sanitation and food safety standards
• Follow proper food storage procedures, including FIFO, labeling, and rotation
• Assist with prep and production as needed to support service
• Maintain a strong sense of urgency to ensure smooth and timely service
• Accurately execute dishes while adhering to allergy and dietary restrictions
• Complete opening, mid-shift, and closing duties in a timely and thorough manner
• Communicate clearly with kitchen leadership regarding inventory, equipment needs, and safety concerns
• Support teammates across the kitchen to ensure overall team success

Who You Are

• Prior experience in a professional kitchen preferred -- ideally in a pizza-focused role
• Basic knowledge of cooking techniques, knife skills, and kitchen equipment
• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to consistency
• Team-oriented with a positive and collaborative mindset
• Open to feedback and committed to continuous improvement
• Maintain all required health and sanitation certifications
• Professional, reliable, and punctual

Why This Role

• Be part of a collaborative kitchen focused on quality, consistency, and growth
• Work alongside a team that values mentorship, development, and teamwork
• Opportunity to grow within Boka Restaurant Group, who prioritize internal advancement and long-term careers

Benefits & Perks

Health, Dental, and Voluntary Benefits Package (available after 90 days), employer-sponsored mental health and resource program, 401(k) program, paid sick leave, career mentorship and growth potential, and dining incentives across our 20+ establishments!

Physical Requirements

• Lift and move up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Safely and effectively use all necessary kitchen tools, equipment, and cleaning chemicals
• Stand and walk for an entire shift, including moving safely through all areas of the kitchen
• Ability to work in hot, cold, and fast-paced environments

Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($19.00 - $26.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Dining Discounts

Required Skills

• Ability to Work Under Pressure
• Time Management Skills
• Adaptability to Changing Environments
• Collaboration skills
• Problem Solving Skills
• Effective Communication Skills
• Customer Service Orientation
• Collaboration and Teamwork