New York-Style Pizza Maker | Fast-Paced Kitchen Expert

The Smith Restaurant; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate of pay

Bonus opportunity

Comprehensive benefits plan (medical, 

401(k) with company match

Employee Assistance Program

Gym discounts

Commuter benefits

Referral bonus program

Generous paid time off

A collaborative, high-performing env

Job summary

Corner Table Restaurants is hiring a Pizza Maker in New York. The role focuses on crafting New York-style pizzas from scratch, including dough, toppings, and precise baking. You will hand-stretch dough, monitor ovens, and coordinate with the kitchen to deliver hot, consistent pies during peak service.

We value strong teamwork, reliability, and a commitment to quality and food safety in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience making pizza in a high-volume kitchen, preferably New York-style
• Strong understanding of dough handling, fermentation, and baking techniques
• Ability to hand-stretch dough quickly and consistently under pressure
• Demonstrates strong judgment and accountability for food quality
• Able to manage multiple orders and maintain timing during peak service
• Works collaboratively and communicates effectively with the kitchen team
• Ability to read and follow standardized recipes and procedures
• Passion for food, hospitality, and continuous improvement

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute pizzas according to recipes and quality standards
• Make New York-style round and square pizzas from scratch, including dough preparation, stretching, topping, and baking
• Hand-stretch pizza dough efficiently and consistently to proper size and thickness
• Manage the firing and timing of pizzas to ensure proper cook, structure, and presentation
• Monitor ovens and adjust as needed to maintain consistent product quality
• Coordinate with the kitchen team to ensure all food is prepared and sent out simultaneously
• Exercise judgment on quality-recognizing when a pizza does not meet standards and correcting or refiring as needed
• Set up, stock, and maintain a clean and organized station for service
• Follow direction from the Chef de Cuisine and Sous Chefs with accuracy and urgency
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, and proper food handling standards at all times

Skills

Pizza making

New York-style dough

Dough handling & fermentation

Hand-stretch dough

Quality judgment

Team communication

Following recipes

Food safety awareness

Tools

Pizza ovens

Job description

Corner Table Restaurants is hiring a Pizza Maker in New York. The role focuses on crafting New York-style pizzas from scratch, including dough, toppings, and precise baking. You will hand-stretch dough, monitor ovens, and coordinate with the kitchen to deliver hot, consistent pies during peak service.

We value strong teamwork, reliability, and a commitment to quality and food safety in a fast-paced environment.