Pizzaiolo/Pizza Cook

This year Charlotteville Brewing Company is adding traditional Neapolitan woodfired pizza to our farm-to-table menu and require a pizzaiolo/a (pizza cook) to join our growing team to accomplish this next step in our evolution.

About the role:

The candidate for this position must have a passion for cooking in general, but specifically a love for pizza making. They would be expected to learn about our brand and products to ensure our guests experience something both delicious and memorable.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare pizza dough, sauces, and toppings in accordance with authentic Italian recipes
• Stretch fresh dough and cook pizza in a wood-fired oven
• Maintain a safe, clean and organized kitchen environment
• Ensure health regulations are being observed at all times and identify possible areas of concern
• Maintain inventory system monitoring product usage and stock levels
• Ordering food and related supplies
• Communication skills and a commitment to a supportive and positive work environment
• Complete other duties and projects, as assigned by the Manager/Owner
• Assists sales associates if needed and engage with guests interested in learning about pizza production

Experience & Qualifications:

• 2-year experience in the food industry (required)
• 1-year experience as a pizzaiolo/a (minimum)
• Food Handling Certificate (required)
• Knowledge of traditional Neapolitan pizza dough preparation and cooking techniques
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Knowledge of craft beer would be an asset
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (25kg)
• Ability to stand, walk, lift and bend for long periods of time
• Ability to work with a wood burning oven and commercial spiral mixer
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to work courteously and professionally with others
• Proactive, self-reliant, motivated, professional and responsible

Hours & Compensation:

• 35-40 hours per week
• Days, evenings, and weekends
• We offer a living wage and co-pay benefits after a 90-day probation period.

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Contract length: 7 months

Salary: $20.85 per hour

Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• On-site parking
• Store discount

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Every Weekend

Supplemental pay types:

• Tips

Experience:

• Cooking: 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Food Handler Certification (required)
• Driving Licence (required)

Ability to Commute:

• Simcoe, ON N3Y 4K1 (required)

Work Location: In person