Pizza Cook

Summary of Position:
Crooked Hammock Brewery Raleigh is firing up something brand new — our first‑ever pizza oven — and we’re looking for skilled and passionate Pizza Cooks to help bring it to life. This role is more than just working a station. As a Pizza Cook, you’ll lead the execution of our handcrafted pizza program, from dough stretching to oven management to final presentation.

You’ll be responsible for mastering the art of high‑heat cooking, building consistent, craveable pies, and maintaining the quality and integrity of every pizza that leaves the oven. Like all Line Cooks at Crooked Hammock, you are a leader in the kitchen — fueling food passion, supporting your team, and continuously learning every station. This role requires precision, pride, speed, and creativity.

Must Enjoy the Ride!

• Prepare, stretch, top, and fire pizzas according to Crooked Hammock recipes and quality standards
• Operate and manage a high‑temperature pizza oven safely and efficiently
• Monitor oven performance, cook times, and product consistency throughout service
• Assume 100% responsibility for the quality and presentation of every pizza served
• Maintain proper dough handling, proofing, portioning, and storage procedures
• Ensure standard portion sizes, topping distribution, and recipe adherence
• Stock and maintain sufficient levels of dough, sauces, cheeses, and toppings for smooth service
• Maintain a clean and sanitary pizza station including prep tables, refrigeration, utensils, and oven area
• Assist in prep of sauces, dough, toppings, and specialty ingredients
• Follow proper plate presentation and garnish standards
• Handle, store, and rotate all products properly (FIFO)
• Support other Back of House stations when needed
• Assist in opening and closing procedures, including oven shut‑down and cleaning protocols
• Attend scheduled employee meetings and contribute ideas for feature pizzas and menu innovation
• Live the brand and be a brand ambassador; must Enjoy the Ride!

• 1–3 years full‑service restaurant kitchen experience preferred
• Prior pizza or high‑heat oven experience strongly preferred
• High School Diploma or equivalent required;
  Culinary degree preferred
• Must be at least 18 years of age and eligible to work in the United States
• Must have reliable transportation to/from work
• Strong understanding of cooking methods, dough handling, and knife skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment
• Ability to perform tasks with accuracy, speed, and attention to detail
• Ability to read and follow recipes and prep lists
• Strong organizational skills and self‑motivation
• Team‑oriented mindset
• Ability to stand, bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 lbs

This position pays $18/hour and comes with awesome employee perks
. La Vida Hospitality Group offers unique lifestyle‑based benefits geared towards doing what we do best - Enjoying the Ride & Celebrating our Tribe!

• Unlimited growth potential with salaried management opportunities
• Travel opportunities
• Team events & outings
• Professional leadership development and continuous coaching, training, and mentorship
• Benefits for salaried team and paid time off for full‑time hourly employees
• Celebrate Wellness program dedicated to supporting employee wellness

...and tons more! We're firm believers in working & playing hard and we want to find people who share that same passion with us, so if that sounds like your kind of vibe, apply to join our team today!