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Job Description: Pizza CookPosition Title: Pizza CookDepartment: In-Store OperationsReports To: Kitchen ManagerLocation: Andy's Pizza DC/MD/VAAbout Us:Andy's Pizza is a restaurant group specializing in delicious pizza by the slice. We pride ourselves on our commitment to quality, customer satisfaction, and a vibrant work culture. At Andy's we are curious, accountable, proud, fun, and believe in genuine hospitality (in and out). Andy's Pizza is the proud winner of the World Pizza Championships, winner of Washington City Paper Best Pizza of DC 2 years running and are excited to be included in the Washington Posts Fall Dining Guide. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a dynamic Pizza Cook to assist in the daily operations of our restaurant.Job Summary:The Pizza Cook is responsible for making pizzas, salads and starters. This role requires experience with duties such as inventory rotation, food preparation, cleanliness, customer service and teamwork. This position works closely with the front-of-house team to ensure all orders are consistently correct and that we are always exceeding guest expectations.Key Responsibilities:Inventory RotationEnsure proper rotation of inventory, including food, supplies, and equipmentEnsure the kitchen is adequately stocked and waste is minimizedFood PreparationPrepare and present dishes following all recipes and presentation standardsEnsure all prep lists are completed in a timely mannerCleanlinessMaintain an organized and clean environmentFollow all cleaning procedures, schedules, and checklistsMaintain kitchen equipment, ensuring that it is in good working order and report any deficiencies promptlyFollow appropriate food handling procedures and standardsCustomer ServiceGreet guests with enthusiasm and provide exceptional hospitalityGo above and beyond to resolve guest issuesTeamworkCollaborate with coworkers to provide a best-in-class experience for our guestsHelp to achieve the goal of being every guest's "Favorite Neighborhood Pizza Shop"Qualifications:Friendly and outgoing attitudeAbility to work a flexible scheduleAvailability on weekends and holidaysStrong attention to detailPositive attitude and willingness to learnKnowledge of food safety regulations and industry best practicesAbility to take directionGood communication skillsPreferred Skills:Prior pizza experienceExperience with KDS (kitchen display system)Bi-lingual (English/Spanish)Benefits:Hourly rate + TipsWeekly payrollHealth, dental, and vision insurance - Kaiser Permanente and Delta Dental & VisionMinimum 30 hours worked per week for eligibilityEligible after 30 days of employment401(k) plan with a 4% company matchEligibility after 1 year of employmentAccrued PTO/Sick Leave80 hours per year maximumEmployee discounts on food and beveragesOpportunities for growth and advancement within the company