Pizza Maker

Oak & Stone Eastport; The Villages (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Oak & Stone Eastport in The Villages, FL is seeking a dedicated kitchen associate to support pizza preparation, toppings, and plating with strict adherence to recipes and garnish guidelines.

You will monitor oven temperatures, manage cook times, portion food, and ensure sanitation across the kitchen and dining areas. The role emphasizes reliability, teamwork, and adherence to company policies during busy service periods.

Qualifications

• Experience in fast-paced kitchen environments preferred.
• Ability to follow recipes and presentation guidelines.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare pizza dough and toppings according to Oak & Stone standards.
• Monitor oven temperatures and bake times.
• Set up kitchen before opening and clean after closing.
• Receive and check deliveries; label and rotate stock.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation compliance

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Job description

Description

Essential Functions

• Ability to prepare pizza dough by kneading and stretching according to Oak & Stone standards
• Add toppings according to order or recipe.
• Monitor the temperature of the pizza ovens.
• Manage pizza cook time in the oven.
• Slicing and plating pizza according to standard.
• Following company recipe and presentation guidelines to meet or exceed guests' expectations
• Coordinating pizza orders to support timely and efficient delivery to each table
• Ensuring proper food safety and sanitation standards to ensure guest safety
• Meeting special guest requests while ensuring same high-quality standards
• Set up the kitchen before opening
• Follow recipe guidelines to meet or exceed guests' expectations
• Prep food
• Portion food
• Stock the alley and line with items needed to complete orders on time
• Ensure proper food safety and sanitation standards
• Set up soup station
• Clean dishes, silverware, glassware, utensils, pots, pans, etc.
• Stock and restock supplies
• Break down and clean the kitchen, mats, and equipment at closing
• Sweep, spray and mop floors
• Maintain sparkling clean restrooms, kitchen, and parking lot (pick up debris and sweep when necessary)
• Make orders
• Check-in deliveries
• Label and date food for freshness rotation
• Put away deliveries
• Filter and dispose of grease
• Take out trash
• Report to work on time in a neat and clean uniform. Well-groomed hair and personal hygiene are essential.
• Maintain adherence to all Company policies and procedures.
• Other duties as directed by management.
• Report to required meetings.