Pizza Cook

About the Role

abc kitchens, Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s first-ever Brooklyn restaurant, brings together the seasonally driven menus of abc cocina’s global flavors, abcV’s innovative plant-based dishes, and abc kitchen’s Greenmarket fare under one roof on the Dumbo waterfront. As part of a renowned international restaurant group with over 60 locations worldwide, the pizza cook will play a key role in delivering high-quality culinary experiences.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of high-quality pizzas and dishes according to guest orders, following approved recipes and specifications accurately and timely.
• Work across different kitchen line stations as needed based on business demands.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure dishes are delivered simultaneously at appropriate times.
• Weigh and measure ingredients, and use recipes to produce dishes that meet Jean-Georges standards.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of recipes, ingredients, allergens, and food presentation.
• Ensure food quality, quantity, freshness, and presentation align with Jean-Georges standards.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and adherence to safe work and equipment practices, including food safety, health, and sanitation standards.
• Properly store and/or discard leftover food, ensuring all items are labeled, dated, initialed, covered, and rotated following FIFO (first in, first out).
• Set up, stock stations, and replenish kitchen inventory and supplies as needed.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and guidelines, including being ready for scheduled shifts in uniform and adhering to uniform standards.
• Perform any other assigned duties in a timely and professional manner.

Requirements

• Culinary degree and/or certificate is highly desirable.
• Minimum of one year of related restaurant experience; fine dining and high-volume experience required.
• Excellent knife skills and proficiency in all aspects of cooking.
• Demonstrated experience with various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures.
• Experience working multiple stations in the kitchen.
• Working knowledge of health, safety, and sanitation standards.
• Ability to take direction and follow recipes to designated specifications.
• Ability to work in a clean, organized, and efficient manner in a high-pressure environment.
• Strong attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for a productive teamwork environment.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team setting.
• Strong work ethic, team-player mentality, and customer-focused approach.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Passion, entrepreneurial spirit, and dedication to success.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to consistently, safely, and successfully perform essential job functions in compliance with ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting productivity expectations.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Frequent movement on foot to accomplish tasks, including moving between locations within the property.
• Frequent bending, lifting, carrying, reaching, and extending arms above shoulder height in a constantly changing environment.
• Regularly climbing steps.

Pay

The base pay range for this position is $20.00 to $22.00 per hour. Compensation within this range depends on factors such as prior employment history, job-related knowledge, qualifications, and skills.