Job Description

Artisan Wood-Fired Pizza Chef – Lily P’s Kitchen

*Relocation Assistance & Sign-On Bonus Available*

Pay: $55,000.00 – $65,000.00 per year

Location: Downtown Schenectady, NY

Type: Full-Time

About Lily P’s

Lily P’s is setting out to redefine what wood-fired pizza means in the Capital Region. From Neapolitan classics to New York street slices, we’re crafting a menu that blends tradition, creativity, and quality.

At the heart of the iconic Frog Alley building, Lily P’s will energize a bustling taproom and shine as a must-visit dining destination. Our focus: handcrafted  wood-fired pizza, scratch-made pub fare, and a commitment to creating something meaningful for our community.

The Role

We’re seeking an Artisan Wood-Fired Pizza Chef to lead our kitchen with precision and pride. This role is about running a smooth, high-performing operation—setting the standard for consistency while inspiring a team to deliver pizzas that keep guests coming back.

If you’re passionate about dough, fire, and flavor, this is where your craft becomes your legacy.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee all kitchen operations from prep to service

• Execute a wood-fired pizza–centered menu with creative additions

• Lead from the line with speed, skill, and precision

• Train and inspire a talented team

• Manage inventory, ordering, and food cost controls

• Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen

• Ensure compliance with food safety standards

Who You Are

• A proven kitchen leader with experience in high-volume settings

• Passionate about pizza, with a love of craft and detail

• Creative yet disciplined, balancing innovation with consistency

• A mentor and communicator who builds strong teams

• Calm under pressure and organized in execution

• Knowledgeable in inventory and compliance systems

• Food Safety Certified (or ready to obtain certification)

What We Offer

• Competitive salary + performance-based bonuses

• Tips

• Health insurance

• Paid time off

• Retirement plan

• Shift meals & discounts

• A professional, team-focused culture where chefs are supported as true leaders

• A unique opportunity to shape a kitchen and program from the ground up

Schedule

• Full-time with evenings and weekends

About Us

Lily P’s is backed by the team behind another award-winning local restaurant. We believe in kitchens that are well-structured, clean, and supportive—where creativity can thrive without chaos.

If you’re looking for a chance to bring vision, leadership, and craft together, Lily P’s is the place to do it.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Job Tags

Full time, Local area, Relocation package, Shift work, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,

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