Artisan Pizzaiolo: Wood-Fired Dining Mastery

RIVIERA DINING GROUP; Winter Park (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Riviera Dining Group is seeking a skilled Pizzaiolo in Winter Park, FL to manage dough production, fermentation, and the pizza station to artisan, fine-dining standards.

You will produce and proof dough daily, stretch dough by hand, and build and bake pizzas to order while maintaining precise temperatures of the oven and ensuring top-quality toppings. Fluency in English and Spanish is preferred, with a collaborative approach to the kitchen team.

Qualifications

• 2 years of proven experience as a Pizzaiolo or pizza cook in a high-volume establishment.
• Hands-on experience with dough production, fermentation, and wood-fired or deck oven cooking.
• Proficiency in English and Spanish.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced fine dining environment.
• College or Culinary school degree preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and organize the pizza station according to restaurant standards.
• Produce, portion, and proof pizza dough daily, following recipes and fermentation schedules.
• Stretch and shape dough by hand to specification, maintaining consistent thickness and structure.
• Build and bake pizzas to order, following portion controls, topping placement, and presentation guidelines.
• Operate, monitor, and maintain the pizza oven safely, managing temperatures throughout service.
• Prepare sauces, cheeses, and topping mise en place, emphasizing Italian culinary techniques.
• Restock station supplies throughout the shift, and cover, date, and store dough and prepared items properly.
• Support cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, walk-in coolers, and storage areas.
• Follow closing protocols to ensure the pizza station and oven are ready for the next service.
• Collaborate with Chef de Cuisine and Sous Chefs, and take on additional responsibilities as requested by Chef, Sous Chef, or Kitchen Manager

Skills

English

Spanish

Education

College or Culinary school degree

Tools

Wood-fired oven

Deck oven

Job description

Riviera Dining Group is seeking a skilled Pizzaiolo in Winter Park, FL to manage dough production, fermentation, and the pizza station to artisan, fine-dining standards.

You will produce and proof dough daily, stretch dough by hand, and build and bake pizzas to order while maintaining precise temperatures of the oven and ensuring top-quality toppings. Fluency in English and Spanish is preferred, with a collaborative approach to the kitchen team.