Experienced Pizza Cook

About the role

A Pizza Cook is responsible for the food preparation, execution, and delivery of safely handled food to the customer facing employees for service.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a friendly, positive attitude and a professional demeanor at all times.
• Report for scheduled event on time and report to assigned area in a timely manner.
• Fulfill the assigned opening and closing duties.
• Report to direct supervisor for prep lists and timelines of the days tasks.
• Carry out assigned tasked in a timely and safe fashion using correct recipes. This will include hand throwing pizza and cooking in a pizza oven.
• Constant maintenance of walk-in coolers, reach-ins, dry storage and all work areas.
• Have extensive knowledge of all menus being offered including specials.
• Communicate with Supervisors, Attendants, Runners, Chefs and Legends Management.
• Work as a team with fellow associates and other service departments within venue.
• Attention to detail that will exceed expectations.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary and orderly setting within the kitchen.
• Complete closing duties and checkout with manager/supervisor.
• Know the "layout" of the kitchen and back of the house area where you are working (i.e. - know where the closest First Aid office, bathroom and staircase are).
• Be aware of other food and beverage outlets within the venue.
• May be re-assigned to a different location in certain situations based on the venue's needs.
• Other duties and assignments may apply.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule to meet service demand levels, including days, nights, weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Specific experience of making pizza from scratch is required.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent; degree or certificate in culinary arts preferred.
• Two (2) to four (4) years working in a Pizza restaurant, caterer or other relevant food service area making pizza.
• Must be proactive, self-motivated, organized and the ability to prioritize as needed.
• Must be clean and constantly aware of sanitation procedures.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to change quickly.
• Must be Punctual and dependable.
• Must be able to read and retain information (i.e. recipes, prep lists, menus, and signage).
• Must be able to perform simple mathematical calculations.
• Must be able to work well with others in a stressful environment.
• Able to move quickly and act on assigned duties.
• Must maintain personal hygiene and a well-groomed appearance.
• Ability to walk long distances and stand for the entirety of the shift.
• Must be able to stand, kneel, lift (at least 30 pounds), carry items, push carts, walk at a fast pace, and bend down.
• Fast paced, professional kitchen in close quarters to fellow workers.
• Practice safe work habits, follow all safety policies and procedures and regulations, complete company-wide safety training and any additional job specific safety training.

Pay & schedule

• Pay: $24.50 per hour
• Schedule: Part-time seasonal role; hours are primarily after 2pm. Must be able to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends and holidays.
• Benefits: Eligible for Colorado Sick leave and 401K.