Pizza Maker

Bella Trattoria; United States; On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Bella Trattoria in the United States is seeking a fast, reliable Pizza Maker to join our kitchen crew. You will stretch dough, prepare toppings, and manage ovens to craft pizzas with consistent quality.

You thrive in a high-volume environment, stay calm under pressure, and take pride in food safety and efficient station upkeep. Flexible availability including nights and weekends is a plus.

Qualifications

• Prior pizza-making experience in a high-volume restaurant.
• The ability to work quickly, multitask, and stay calm under pressure during peak lunch/dinner rushes.
• Comfortable standing for long shifts near hot ovens and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Dough & Prep: Prepare dough, portion, stretch/toss to order; prep toppings, sauces, cheeses.
• The Build: Assemble pizzas quickly and accurately per recipes and modifications.
• Oven Management: Monitor temperatures, rotation, and bake times for crust quality.
• Quality Control: Ensure pizzas meet taste and presentation standards.
• Station Maintenance: Keep prep station clean, sanitized, and organized per health codes.

Skills

Pizza making

High-volume kitchen

Multitasking

Food Safety knowledge

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for a fast, reliable, and passionate Pizza Maker to join our kitchen crew. Whether you are stretching dough from scratch or managing a busy oven during the Friday night rush, you will be the core of our back‑of‑house operations. If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment and take pride in crafting the perfect pie, we want you on our line.

What You’ll Do

• Dough & Prep: Prepare pizza dough, portion it, and stretch/toss it to order. Prep fresh toppings, sauces, and cheeses before the shift begins.
• The Build: Build pizzas quickly and accurately according to our recipes and specific customer modifications.
• Oven Management: Manage the pizza ovens, constantly monitoring temperatures, rotation, and bake times for the perfect crust.
• Quality Control: Ensure every pizza that leaves the kitchen meets our high standards for taste and presentation.
• Station Maintenance: Maintain a clean, sanitized, and organized prep station in strict compliance with local health codes.

What You Need

• Experience: Previous experience making pizzas in a high‑volume restaurant environment is highly preferred.
• The Hustle: The ability to work quickly, multitask, and stay calm under pressure during peak lunch and dinner rushes.
• Physical Stamina: Comfortable standing for long shifts, working near hot ovens, and occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs (like bags of flour).
• Food Safety: A valid Food Handler's Permit (or the ability to obtain one upon hiring).
• Availability: Flexible schedule, including the ability to work nights and weekends.