Pizza Cook – Cece’s Kitchen Cece’s Roland Park is seeking a talented Pizza Cook to join our culinary team. This is an opportunity to work alongside experienced chefs in a polished Italian restaurant environment. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for authentic Italian cuisine, extensive knowledge of dough production and fermentation, and experience working with high-temperature pizza ovens. From mixing and maintaining house-made dough to producing well-crafted pizzas during service, you’ll play an essential role in delivering an exceptional guest experience. Essential Responsibilities • Prepare, mix, ferment, portion, and maintain pizza dough according to established recipes and specifications. • Monitor dough hydration, fermentation schedules, proofing, and quality control procedures. • Stretch, top, and bake pizzas while maintaining consistency, quality, and presentation standards. • Prepare sauces, proteins, vegetables, and additional ingredients required for daily service. • Ensure proper product rotation, storage, and inventory management practices. • Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation in accordance with company and health department standards. Qualifications • Two or more years of experience working in a professional kitchen environment. • Demonstrated experience preparing dough from scratch. • Experience working with a Forno oven or comparable high-temperature pizza oven. • Thorough understanding of dough fermentation, hydration, proofing, and baking techniques. • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while maintaining exceptional attention to detail. • Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. • Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds. Preferred Qualifications • Experience in upscale, polished, or fine-dining restaurant environments. • Passion for Italian cuisine and traditional cooking methods. • Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills. • Commitment to professionalism, teamwork, and continuous learning.