Pizza Maker/Pizzaiolo

Apizza Alimentari; New York (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance for employees

401(k) options

Paid vacation time

Food & beverage allowance

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Apizza Alimentari in Fayetteville, NY seeks a dedicated Pizzaiolo to prepare and bake pizzas with speed and consistency. You will handle dough prep, stretching, toppings, ovens, and POS entries, while ensuring guest satisfaction and clean, organized work areas.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and safety, with opportunities for growth and employee benefits as part of the kitchen team.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Knowledge of basic food safety and sanitation practices.
• Experience with pizza or warm kitchen operations preferred.
• Comfort with standing long hours and lifting up to 50–60 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dough, sauces, and toppings per recipes.
• Stretch dough and assemble pizzas for service.
• Operate ovens and monitor cooking times.
• Maintain quality and presentation consistently.
• Provide friendly counter service when needed.
• Use the POS system to take and process orders.
• Stock ingredients and keep the pizza station organized.
• Follow sanitation standards and keep area clean.

Skills

Teamwork

Cleanliness

Sanitation

POS familiarity

Physical stamina

Reliability

Education

Food safety knowledge

Tools

POS system

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Apizza Alimentari, Fayetteville, New York

Job Type: Full-Time | Reports To: Kitchen Management

Position Summary: The Pizzaiolo prepares and executes pizzas while maintaining quality, speed, and consistency during service. Responsibilities include dough preparation, stretching, topping pizzas, operating ovens, assisting guests when needed, and using the POS system to support customer orders.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare pizza dough, sauces, and toppings according to recipes.
• Stretch dough and assemble pizzas for service.
• Operate pizza ovens and monitor cooking times.
• Maintain consistent quality and presentation.
• Provide friendly customer service at the counter when needed.
• Use the POS system to enter and process orders.
• Stock ingredients and maintain the pizza station.
• Maintain cleanliness and follow sanitation standards.

Essential Skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Strong teamwork and communication
• Attention to cleanliness and organization
• Safe operation of ovens and kitchen equipment
• Basic POS familiarity or willingness to learn
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50–60 lbs
• Dependability and punctuality

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
• Food handler certification preferred
• Previous pizza or kitchen experience preferred
• Strong attention to detail and quality

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Paid vacation time
• 401(k) options
• Health insurance for employees averaging 30+ hours per week
• Food & beverage allowance
• Growth opportunities