Line Cook - Pizza

Savoy Pizzeria; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Employee Discount on Meals

Flexible Scheduling

Growth Opportunities

401(k) with match

Job summary

Savoy Pizzeria in West Hartford, CT, seeks a dynamic Pizza Chef to craft artisan wood-fired pizzas and elevate accompanying Italian dishes. You will join a fast-paced team and contribute to seasonal specials while upholding high standards of quality and service.

Experience with dough stretching and line cooking is valued, and ServSafe certification is preferred. Growth opportunities within Max Hospitality are available as the team collaborates on evolving menus.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of dough stretching experience.
• Experience as prep cook or line cook preferred.
• ServSafe certification is preferred.
• Able to work in a high-volume, fast-paced kitchen.
• Willingness to learn and grow across stations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare wood-fired pizzas and accompanying dishes.
• Assist with sauce prep, chopping, and mise en place.
• Maintain high standard of food quality and kitchen cleanliness.
• Collaborate with team to meet service demands during peak hours.
• Support other stations as needed and contribute to menu creativity.

Skills

Dough stretching

Line cook experience

Adaptability

Time management

Communication

Tools

Wood-fired oven

Job description

PIZZA CHEF – Savoy PizzeriaJoin the Max Hospitality Team!Savoy Pizzeria is located in West Hartford, CT is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Pizza Chef. If you thrive in a fast-paced, vibrant environment and have a love for hospitality, we want you on our team!Max Hospitality has been dedicated to providing a world class dining experience while delivering high-quality food. Max strives to meet and exceed customer expectations while creating seasonal dishes to stay ahead of the competitive market. We look for employees who believe in our mission and want to be a part of an ever-growing team. The ideal candidate will bring a creative outlook, team player attitude, and passion for their work. We believe in mentoring staff to grow their skill set within our kitchens and on the career ladder with us.Our artisan pizza chef prepares wood fired pizzas and other dishes that are thoughtfully prepared with care and attention. The Savoy Pizzeria Ristorante menu is filled with artisan pizzas that are a hit among our guests among other elevated Italian dishes. We are seeking a Pizza Chef that can deliver our current dishes and also be creative with new additions to the menu. The Savoy Pizzeria menu is filled with upscale, authentic Italian dishes and offers wood-fired pizzas that are made with the high-quality ingredients. The location is highly rated by Zagat, and the locals continue to vote it as one of the best restaurants in the Farmington Valley area.Benefits:Competitive PayEmployee Discount on MealsFlexible SchedulingOpportunities for Growth and Advancement401(k) with matching up to 4%Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurancePaid time offPaid sick timeReferral programLife, accident, critical illness & pet insuranceCareer development within the Max Hospitality groupWhat We’re Looking ForExperience:At least 1 year experience in dough stretchingPrevious experience as a prep cook is preferred but not requiredPrevious experience as a line cookSkills and Qualities:Adaptability, as Savoy Pizzeria will cross train the candidate on all stations as part of their growth within the restaurant.Ability to work the line in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, keeping up with the demands of the kitchen.Be supportive of other team members assisting them as needed to handle volumeGreat time management skills, great communication both verbal and writtenCertifications: ServSafe certification is preferred. The company will pay for you to obtain yours within 90 days if you are not certified.Additionally, the Chef needs to understand current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations by following established policies and procedures to ensure that safe and high-quality food service is provided at all times. The chef may also assist with the preparation of all items needed for service, from chopping vegetables to making sauces and butchering meat, and may be asked to prepare items for other stations or special events.Diversity Creates a Healthy Atmosphere:Max Hospitality is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.Applicants with criminal backgrounds are encouraged to apply.