ICONA Windrift- Pizza Maker

Job Title 

Pizza Maker 

Classification 
Non-Exempt 

Reports to 

Executive Chef 

Job Description 

The skilled pizza maker will be responsible for preparing and cooking pizzas according to the recipes and customer preferences. This position works in a fast-paced kitchen environment and ensure the quality, consistency, and presentation of every pizza that leaves the kitchen. 

Essential Functions 

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

1. Prepare and cook pizzas to the highest standards, following established recipes and customer preferences.  
2. Stretch and shape dough, ensuring the perfect crust thickness and consistency.  
3. Add and arrange toppings, sauces, and cheeses according to customer orders.  
4. Operate pizza ovens and cooking equipment safely and efficiently.  
5. Ensure all pizzas are cooked to the proper temperature and delivered in a timely manner.  
6. Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, including workstations and equipment.  
7. Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering ingredients when needed.  
8. Adhere to food safety and sanitation guidelines to ensure a safe and clean work environment.  
9. Work collaboratively with kitchen staff and front-of-house team to provide excellent customer service.  
10. Assist with prep work for pizza dough, sauces, and other ingredients as required.  
11. Handle customer special requests or dietary needs as needed. 

Competency 

1. Previous experience in a pizza-making or kitchen role is preferred but not required.  
2. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of quality.  
3. Strong attention to detail, especially in food presentation.  
4. Excellent communication and teamwork skills.  
5. Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.  
6. Ability to stand for long periods and lift heavy trays or boxes when necessary.  
7. Basic knowledge of kitchen safety and sanitation practice 

Supervisory Responsibility 

This position has no supervisory responsibility. 

Work Environment 

This position operates in an office/hotel setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers.  

Physical Demands 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

While performing the duties of this job, the team members are regularly required to talk or hear. The team member is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. 

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS: 

• Stand- Under 2/3rd of the time. 

• Walk- Under 2/3rd of the time. 

• Sit- Over 2/3rd of the time. 

• Use hands to fingers, handle or feel- Over 2/3rd of the time. 

• Reach with arms and hands- Over 2/3rd of the time. 

• Climb or balance- Up to 2/3rd of the time. 

• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl- Up to 2/3rd of the time. 

• Talk or hear- Over 2/3rd of the time. 

• Lift minimum of 5lbs.- 50 lbs.- Over 2/3rd of the time. 

• Adherence to all policies and procedures delineated in the ICONA Handbook. 

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work 

This is a full-time position. This role requires forty plus hours to include nights, weekends, and holidays. 

Travel 

There is less than 20% travel. 

Required Education and Experience 

1. High school diploma or equivalent required. 

1. Experience working in commercial kitchen. 

Additional Eligibility Qualifications 

1. Compliant with state Alcoholic Beverage Control regulations. 

1. ServSafe certified. 

Other Duties 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.