Job Description

Brooklyn Brewery Hospitality Project

Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NY

Salary: $75,000 annually + Full Benefits

The Brooklyn Brewery is seeking an exceptional Head Pizza Chef to lead the pizza program for our new hospitality project in Williamsburg.

This is a unique opportunity to build and lead a premier pizza operation from the ground up. We are searching for a chef with a deep understanding of pizza craftsmanship, fermentation science, production systems, and high-volume execution.

This is a hands-on leadership position. The successful candidate will work side-by-side with the pizza team every day, leading by example while overseeing all aspects of dough production, pizza making, menu development, and daily operations under the vision of the Executive Chef.

This is a working chef position—not an office role. We are looking for a leader who enjoys being on the line, making exceptional pizza, mentoring cooks, and setting the standard through hands-on execution every day.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of the pizza department.
• Work daily on the pizza line, including dough production, stretching, topping, baking, and expediting during service.
• Manage a high-volume pizza operation utilizing four pizza ovens .
• Develop and maintain exceptional pizza dough with expert knowledge of:
  • Fermentation
  • Hydration
  • Flour selection
  • Mixing techniques
  • Dough management
  • Cold fermentation and proofing
  • Scaling and production planning
• Create and manage daily, weekly, and long-term dough production schedules.
• Maintain consistency and quality throughout every stage of production.
• Hire, train, mentor, and schedule the pizza team.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef on menu development, seasonal features, and special events.
• Develop pizzas that celebrate both timeless classics and internationally inspired flavors.
• Research and test innovative dough techniques, including the use of beer in dough production where appropriate.
• Maintain the highest standards of food quality, sanitation, organization, and execution.
• Control food costs, minimize waste, and ensure efficient production.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional pizza experience , including leadership responsibilities.
• Extensive knowledge of dough fermentation and high-volume pizza production.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Experience training and developing kitchen staff.
• Passion for pizza, continual learning, and culinary innovation.
• Ability to remain calm, organized, and focused in a fast-paced environment.

Candidates with experience in naturally leavened doughs, long fermentation, sourdough cultures, regional Italian pizza styles, or competition-level pizza programs are especially encouraged to apply.

Experience with wood-fired, gas-fired, deck, electric, or hybrid pizza ovens is highly desirable.

Compensation

• $75,000 annual salary
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid vacation
• Opportunities for advancement within the Brooklyn Brewery hospitality program

To Apply

Please email the following:

• Current resume
• Brief cover letter describing your pizza philosophy, dough fermentation experience, and high-volume leadership experience

Email:
michael@fornino.com
ylitmanovich@brooklynbrewery.com

Join us in creating one of New York City's most exciting pizza programs. If you are passionate about fermentation, craftsmanship, leadership, and producing exceptional pizza every day, we would love to hear from you.

Job Tags

Full time, Seasonal work, Work at office

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