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 COOK     Do you have a passion for artisan food? Do you like to work with high quality ingredients and prepare recipes from scratch? Are you excited about cooking with FIRE? Do you love the challenge of a fast-paced environment? If so, then you are a great candidate for Exhibition Cook at Catch-a-Fire Pizza. We offer competitive pay plus great benefits such as health insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match as well as additional team member perks.   POSITION SUMMARY Catch-a-Fire Pizza is now hiring a full-time Exhibition Cook.  We are seeking a passionate culinary professional to work with our Chef and Back of House team to prepare wood-fired food and other featured items from our creative, artisan menu. Part time hours are also available. This position will require working nights and weekends.    Qualifications

• Passion for food 
• No previous experience necessary - We will train you

  Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of kitchen experience & strong culinary skills
• Wood-fired cooking experience 
• Excellent knife skills 
• ServSafe Manager Certification

  Requirements

• Dependable attendance and punctuality
• Ability to work with professionalism with all team members and guests at all times
• Adept in following directions & adhering to procedures with quality, consistency & speed
• Completing guest orders accurately and within service goals
• Working clean and professionally at all times in our exhibition kitchen 
• Being extremely knowledgeable about our menu
• Following proper food safety procedures
• Must be able to thrive and excel in a fast-paced environment and consistently uphold very high standard
• Must be able to maintain a positive attitude at all times and demonstrate teamwork
• Attention to detail, ability to work unsupervised while maintaining safety and quality standards

  Responsibilities

• Be a Brand Ambassador Promote Catch-a-Fire's goals and company culture; follow company policies & procedures 
• Able to successfully collaborate and communicate with all team members
• Able to thoroughly understand all menu items and be able to execute with quality, consistency & speed
• Ensure all ingredients are fresh and menu items are prepared to specs
• Follow recipes, including measuring, weighing, and mixing ingredients
• Properly cook and handle various food items (including meat, seafood, dairy and vegetables) using a variety of cooking methods
• Operate one or more of the following stations: Wood-fired Oven, Toss, Pizza Make, Cold Side, Hot Side
• Successfully open and close your workstation using proper procedures and guidelines
• Communicating with other team members to coordinate orders and maintain efficient speed of service 
• Assisting in keeping food storage areas organized and sanitized
• Assisting in keeping food items rotated and labeled
• Clean dishes, wash cooking utensils and cookware as needed
• Taking out trash/recycling/compost as needed
• Maintain a clean, organized and sanitary workspace at all times
• Focus on quality control and speed of service so the restaurant can operate efficiently and successfully

BENEFITS

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with company match
• Paid Time Off
• Free Employee Meals + Additional Discounts
• Ongoing Career Development
• Opportunity to join a vibrant and growing company

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent communication skills and a track record of being a team leader 
• Maintain a positive attitude at all times 
• Must be able to thrive and excel under pressure and consistently uphold very high standards
• Able to work on your feet for extended periods of time
• Able to work long hours, nights, weekends, holidays 

  PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch
• Ability to frequently talk, hear, taste and smell
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus

    Come be a part of our dynamic team Please reply by email with your resume for consideration.

Compensation: $ $16.00 per hour

Catch-a-Fire Pizza was founded by Jeff and Melissa Ledford in 2012. Their food truck hit the streets of Cincinnati in 2013, serving wood-fired pizza all over the city, and becoming one of the area's premier caterers. Within the last ten years, the company has experienced impressive and consistent growth, evolving from a handful of employees serving strictly from a food truck to three brick and mortar locations with a team of 130. 

Since its inception, Catch-a-Fire Pizza has successfully built a reputable and marketable brand in the greater Cincinnati area while creating a strong company culture. Dedication, professionalism and passion have propelled the company to be one of the top dining destinations in Cincinnati. Catch-a-Fire Pizza specializes in Neapolitan-style wood-fired cuisine that is creative, healthy and delicious. Their elevated, yet approachable style is Chef-driven and their passion for food and beverage is evident in every aspect of the operation. Catch-a-Fire's team of culinary professionals consistently offers high-quality food using the best, local ingredients. The menu is vibrant and diverse and certain to please everyone including families, pizza purists, foodies, vegetarians and vegans. 

OUR MISSION

1% of our gross annual sales is donated to environmental nonprofits through our partnership with 1% for the Planet. We are committed to finding sustainable ways to operate our company such as sourcing food from local suppliers, composting, partnering with sustainable companies and volunteering in our local communities.

We invest in our people and promote from within. We offer all full-time employees health insurance, paid time off and contribute toward their retirement.

We are a craft restaurant, making all of our dough and sauces in house and sourcing the best local ingredients. We hold our food to a high standard and do not compromise on quality. Our food is not fast food; it is made to order, so although it might take a little longer, it will be worth the wait.

We believe it's important for every one of us to find time to explore, grow and follow our passions… FEED   YOUR   FIRE

CATCH-A-FIRE PIZZA LOCATIONS

BLUE ASH - Restaurant, Bar & Bottle Shop

Catch-a-Fire Pizza's Blue Ash restaurant, bar & bottle shop in downtown Blue Ash has a  beautiful, relaxing dining space with a large patio and garage doors, giving the space a welcoming indoor/outdoor feel. Catch-a-Fire has successfully established a thriving business by engaging with the community and offering everything from wine tastings to trivia and live music. 

LEBANON - Taproom & Event Space

Catch-a-Fire Pizza opened a third location in Lebanon, OH in late 2022. The space is expansive with a large dining room, indoor/outdoor bar and patio as well as a private event space. Located in downtown Lebanon, Catch-a-Fire has paved the way for a fun and dynamic dining scene for the growing Lebanon community.

WESTWOOD @ West Side Brewing Taproom

Catch-a-Fire operates an expansive exhibition kitchen, highlighting the experience at WestSide Brewing, allowing customers to view three wood-fired blazing ovens and feast on everything from specialty pizzas to artisan appetizers, salads, and desserts. Catch-a-Fire Pizza is the exclusive caterer of WestSide Brewing's private events spaces in Westwood.

COLLEGE HILL - Restaurant, Bar & Event Space

Coming Soon

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