Future Opening: Pizza/Line Cook

Rock'n Dough Pizza + Brewery; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift meals

Merch discounts

Training with clear cook levels

Benefits and PTO may be available

Job summary

Rock’n Dough Pizza & Brewery in Nashville is seeking energetic line cooks to thrive in a fast, high-standards kitchen. You’ll own your station, stretch dough, top to spec, and help deliver hot, craveable pizzas and sides.

Join a seasonal menu, beer nights, and a team that values collaboration, speed, and clean execution. Training and advancement are available, with competitive hourly pay and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• 1+ year in a busy kitchen (pizza/stone-deck experience a plus—it’s trainable).
• Knife skills, station organization, and pride in clean, repeatable work.
• Calm under heat; you speed up when the board stacks.
• Alignment with ROCKIN values: Respectful, Optimistic, Collaborative, Knowledgeable, Impactful, Never Settling.
• Competitive hourly pay + shift meals & merch discounts.
• Real training with clear cook levels and raises tied to mastery.
• Fun, high-energy environment with seasonal menus and beer release nights.
• Benefits and PTO may be available depending on location/role.

Responsibilities

• Own your station: open, stock, and maintain par levels; keep backups tight.
• Pizza mastery: stretch and launch dough, sauce/cheese to spec, bake to color/char.
• Line execution: cook wings, fries, pastas, and apps to spec; plate to spec.
• Quality control: verify temps, watch ticket times, coordinate pacing.
• Speed + accuracy: hit ticket times with standards intact; clear ticket communication.
• Clean as you go: sanitizer ppm, FIFO labeling, safe holds, end-of-shift clean.
• Team play: help neighbors on the line, maintain crisp communication.
• Protect the brand: ensure every plate looks like the photo—hot and craveable.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Knife skills

Calm under heat

Communication under pressure

Job description

Make the dough sing. Fire the pies. Keep the line ROCKIN.

Why you’ll love it here

We’re a scratch kitchen turning out Epic Flavors with Unforgettable Vibes. Our dough is house-made, our toppings are dialed, and our ovens don’t lie. If you love clean execution, high standards, and a fast line with a tight crew, you’ll fit right in.

What you’ll do (your setlist)

• Own your station: open, stock, and maintain par levels; keep backups tight; communicate 86s and low counts early.
• Pizza mastery: stretch and launch dough, sauce/cheese with consistency, top to spec, bake to perfect color/char, and finish clean.
• Line execution: cook wings, fries, pastas, and apps to spec; plate and garnish like it matters—because it does.
• Quality control: verify temps, watch ticket times, and coordinate pacing with expo and FOH.
• Speed + accuracy: hit ticket times without sacrificing standards; call and answer tickets clearly.
• Clean as you go: sanitizer ppm on point, label/date FIFO, safe holds/cool-downs, and end-of-shift deep clean.
• Team play: help neighbors on the line, and keep communication crisp under pressure.
• Protect the brand: every plate should look like the photo—consistent, hot, and craveable.

What you bring

• 1+ year in a busy kitchen (pizza/stone-deck experience is a plus—but we’ll train the right hustle).
• Knife skills, station organization, and pride in clean, repeatable work.
• Calm under heat; you speed up and get sharper when the board stacks.
• Alignment with our ROCKIN values: Respectful, Optimistic, Collaborative, Knowledgeable, Impactful, Never Settling.
• Competitive hourly pay + shift meals & merch discounts.
• Real training with clear cook levels and raises tied to mastery.
• Fun, high-energy environment with seasonal menus and beer release nights.
• Benefits and PTO may be available depending on location/role.

Basics & requirements

• Flexible availability (nights/weekends/holidays).
• Able to stand for long periods and lift up to ~40 lbs safely.
• Food handler certification (or ability to obtain quickly).
• Comfortable working around heat, steam, and fast-moving tickets.

Compensation: $14.00 - $18.00 per hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receiveconsideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any othercharacteristic protected by law.

At Rock’n Dough Pizza & Brewery, we’re serving up more than just killer pizza and craft beer—we’re creating unforgettable experiences with epic flavors, unforgettable vibes and headliner hospitality. With a passion for scratch-made food, house-brewed beers, and a rock’n roll atmosphere, we bring energy and heart to everything we do. If you're ready to work hard, have fun, and grow with a team that values creativity, collaboration, and good times—this is your stage.