Pizza Maker Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Pizza Maker includes the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Preparing pizza dough, sauces, and various toppings, such as tomatoes, peppers, mushrooms, onions, and meats.
  • Monitoring the temperature of the pizza ovens as well as cooking times.
  • Preparing high-quality pizzas according to company recipes.
  • Monitoring inventory and placing orders for more supplies as needed.
  • Cleaning workstations before pizza preparation.
  • Ensuring that all utensils and cooking equipment are sterilized before each use.
  • Plating or packaging pizzas accordingly.
  • Managing all food order slips and ensuring that customers’ orders are completed in a timely manner.
  • Disposing of expired or spoiled ingredients at the end of each shift.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Pizza Maker duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Pizza Maker roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.