Ameci Pizza Kitchen is a busy, well-run neighborhood pizzeria near UCI. We’re looking for experienced cooks who know how to work clean, fast, and consistent in a high-volume environment.
This is not a training role. This is for cooks who already understand pace, prep discipline, and execution.
What This Role Is
- Preparing pizzas and kitchen items to exact specs and standards
- Managing your station during peak service without supervision
- Maintaining speed, accuracy, and cleanliness under pressure
- Supporting prep, restock, and kitchen organization
- Communicating clearly with front-of-house and other cooks
You’ll be expected to own your station, not just work it.
What We’re Looking For
- Prior kitchen or pizza experience required
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Strong knife skills and food safety awareness
- Reliable, punctual, and consistent
- Team-oriented, low-ego, solution-focused
- Able to work lunch, evenings and weekends (non-negotiable)
Why This Job Is Different
- $22–$26+ per hour, based on experience and skill
- Tight schedules - we value efficiency, not wasted labor
- Clear systems, recipes, and expectations
- Stable hours for dependable performers
- Professional kitchen culture - no chaos, no drama
We pay more because we expect more.
Who This Is NOT For
- Entry-level cooks needing full training
- People who struggle with speed or consistency
- Anyone who cuts corners on cleanliness or food quality
- Anyone looking for an “easy kitchen job”
How to Apply
Apply with a brief summary of your kitchen experience, including:
- Type of restaurant(s)
- Years of experience
- Stations you’ve worked
Serious, experienced applicants only. Do NOT contact the store or come in person.
Pay: From $22.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
