Pizza Line Cook (Seasonal) - Avant Gardner

WHO WE ARE

Avant Gardner is New York City's premier event space and producer. Its flagship venue, The Brooklyn Mirage, is the crown jewel of New York City entertainment and one of the most iconic venues in the world. Avant Gardner’s 80,000 square foot complex occupies an entire city block of East Williamsburg, highlighted by the space’s unrivaled audiovisual features including a 200 foot wide, 15k resolution video wall. Voted North America's 'Best Large Club' in 2022 and 2023 and ranked top ten globally by DJ Mag, Avant Gardner has welcomed sold out shows featuring today's top acts and emerging global stars including Drake, Skrillex, Turnstile, Four Tet, John Summit, Glass Animals, Carl Cox, Keinemusik, Christina Aguilera, David Guetta, Marshmello, Reneé Rapp, Rina Sawayama, Rüfüs Du Sol, SOFI TUKKER, Tiësto, and many more. Avant Gardner’s portfolio includes event brands such as The Cityfox Experience along with programming across New York City. For more information, visit Avant-Gardner.com.

WHO YOU ARE

• Someone who has integrity, a passion for hospitality, and a desire for excellence.
• Someone who possesses the ability to multitask, think on their feet, and problem-solve
• Someone who can keep calm under high pressure situations.

ABOUT THE ROLE 

The Pizza Line Cook (Seasonal) is responsible for preparing and cooking pizzas to order, ensuring high-quality and consistent results. This role involves managing ingredients, operating kitchen equipment, and maintaining cleanliness in the workspace. The ideal candidate should have experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment, possess strong attention to detail, and be able to work efficiently as part of a team to deliver delicious pizzas to customers. 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Completing all tasks assigned by Kitchen Supervisors
• Working various stations with an emphasis on pizza and table service food
• Producing consistent, high-quality food in a timely manner
• Using commercial kitchen equipment to prep food items
• Ensure that each station is stocked with the necessary equipment
• Working quickly and efficiently to maximize production
• Checking food quality at all points of preparation, transportation and delivery on-site
• Cleaning and sanitizing the kitchen space as required
• Ensure sanitary regulations are followed at all times
• This is a seasonal role from April 2024 through early November 2024
  

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have NYC Food Protection Certificate.
• Cooking experience required, including experience as a line chef, restaurant cook, or prep cook
• Pizza making experience is encouraged
• Familiar with industry’s best practices
• Must possess the ability to handle multiple tasks at a time
• Must be willing to work nights, weekends and holidays.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to work on your feet as well as stationary for at least 12 hours during events.
• Must be willing to work long shifts, including overnight shifts.
• Must be able to move, pull, carry of lift at least 50 pounds

COMPENSATION

• Hourly range for this role is $20-25.