Pizza Oven Master

Pizzera; Pine Brook (NJ); On-site; USD 36,900 - 46,125; Full time

Job summary

Third Proof Pizza in Pine Brook, NJ is seeking an experienced Pizza Oven Cook to lead the oven station during high-volume service. You will manage temperatures, rotate pizzas, and ensure crusts bake evenly while maintaining cleanliness and organization.

The role rewards strong multitasking, sharp timing, and a calm, focused approach during rushes. Previous high-volume pizza oven experience and pride in presentation are essential for success at our kitchen heart.

Qualifications

• Experience working with a high-volume pizza oven.
• Ability to stay calm and focused during busy service.
• Excellent timing and multitasking skills.
• Attention to quality and presentation of pizzas.

Responsibilities

• Operate the pizza oven throughout service.
• Learn oven hot spots and manage cooking temperatures.
• Rotate and move pizzas for even baking.
• Ensure crusts are cooked evenly and consistently.
• Cut, finish, garnish, and package orders accurately.
• Maintain oven station prep with basil, Parmesan, and finishing ingredients.
• Prepare small baked items such as cookies before opening.
• Keep the station clean and stocked for service.

Skills

High-volume oven experience

Under pressure

Timing & multitasking

Quality & presentation

Composure under rush

Job description

Third Proof Pizza | Pine Brook, NJ. Master the oven. Master the craft. We’re looking for an experienced Pizza Oven Cook to take command of the heart of our operation. This is one of the most skilled positions in the restaurant. Success requires speed, focus, memory, and the ability to stay composed while managing multiple pizzas during high-volume service.

Responsibilities

• Operate the pizza oven throughout service.
• Learn oven hot spots and manage cooking temperatures.
• Rotate and move pizzas to achieve the perfect bake.
• Ensure crusts are cooked evenly and consistently.
• Cut, finish, garnish, and package orders accurately.
• Maintain oven station prep including basil, Parmesan cheese, and finishing ingredients.
• Prepare small baked items such as cookies before opening.
• Keep the station clean, stocked, and ready for service.

Qualifications

• Has experience working a high-volume pizza oven.
• Thrives under pressure.
• Has excellent timing and multitasking skills.
• Pays close attention to quality and presentation.
• Can maintain composure during busy rushes.

Schedule

• Wednesday through Saturday: 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
• Sunday: 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
• Closed Mondays and Tuesdays.

Compensation

• $200–$250 per day.
• Weekly pay every Wednesday.

If you can run an oven with confidence and consistency, we'd love to have you on our team.