Pizza Cook / Oven Tender / Prep Cook
Key Responsibilities
Stretch and shape dough by hand to size (small, medium, large) and style (thin, hand-tossed)
Manage dough hydration, proofing, and ball rotation throughout the shift
Apply sauce, cheese, and toppings in correct sequence and portion when working the make line
Manage the oven: rotate pies, monitor bake times, adjust for full vs. light loads, pull at peak
Execute daily prep lists: shred cheeses, batch sauces, slice meats and vegetables, portion proteins, prep specialty toppings
Maintain par levels throughout the shift; communicate proactively when inventory is running low
Follow all recipes, build sheets, and portioning standards exactly
Practice strict FIFO rotation; date and label all prepped items
Maintain temperature logs for hot holding, cold holding, and walk-in coolers
Keep your station and the make line clean as you go
Follow all food safety, allergen, and HACCP protocols
Operate dough sheeter, mixer, slicers, and oven safely
Assist with deliveries, stocking dry storage and walk-ins, and breakdown / closing duties
Qualifications
18+ years old
6+ months prior cooking experience (pizzeria, QSR, café, deli, or comparable)
ServSafe Food Handler certification (or willing to obtain within 30 days)
Comfortable working in a hot kitchen at high pace, especially during dinner rush
Ability to read prep lists, recipes, and ticket modifiers accurately
Able to stand for 8+ hours, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in temperature extremes
Preferred: 1+ year prior pizzeria experience — dough handling, oven work, or make line
Preferred: Hand-stretching ability (no rolling pins, no presses) — demonstrated through trail
Preferred: Knife skills demonstrated through prep test
Preferred: Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
Benefits
Employee discount on food
Free shift meals
Paid training and cross-training opportunities
Health benefits eligibility for full-time employees
Career path to Kitchen Lead and Shift Leader
Location
Hook Pizza Co. — 73 South St, Hingham, MA