Step Up to the Plate as a Pizza Maker!

Location: Darien, IL (Onsite)
Department: HRI Restaurants
Pay: $17.05 per hour

At Home Run Inn, we believe pizza should do more than fill you up—it should lift you up.

For nearly 100 years, we've been bringing people together over authentic Chicago tavern-style pizza. Every pizza we serve carries a tradition of quality, care, and craftsmanship, and it all starts with the people making it.

That's where you come in.

If you take pride in your work, enjoy working as part of a team, thrive in a fast-paced kitchen, and love creating food that makes someone's day, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

As a Pizza Maker, you'll play one of the most important roles in our restaurant. Every pizza you prepare helps create memorable experiences for our guests and keeps them coming back.

You'll prepare fresh ingredients, handcraft pizzas to our recipes, maintain a clean and organized kitchen, and work alongside teammates who care about doing things the right way.

No two shifts are exactly the same—and that's part of what makes the job exciting.

You'll Spend Your Time

Crafting Great Pizza

• Prepare fresh ingredients and stock your station for success
• Hand-stretch dough and build pizzas using our signature recipes
• Measure and portion ingredients to ensure every pizza meets Home Run Inn standards
• Bake, monitor, slice, and finish pizzas with accuracy and consistency
• Read guest orders carefully to ensure every pizza is made correctly

Keeping Quality First

• Follow food safety, sanitation, and safe food handling procedures
• Rotate ingredients using FIFO practices
• Monitor product freshness and quality throughout your shift
• Keep ovens, prep stations, and equipment clean and ready for service
• Follow all Home Run Inn recipes and Standard Operating Procedures

Supporting the Team

• Help with stocking, inventory, and kitchen organization
• Pitch in wherever needed during busy shifts
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace
• Work together to deliver an outstanding guest experience

You're a Great Fit If You...

• Take pride in preparing great food
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment
• Like staying busy and working with your hands
• Work well with others and enjoy being part of a team
• Pay attention to details and follow recipes consistently
• Believe every guest deserves a great meal every time

What You'll Bring

• Must be at least 16 years old to operate kitchen equipment
• Basic understanding of food safety and sanitation practices (or willingness to learn)
• Ability to stand for extended periods throughout your shift
• Ability to bend, reach, lift, and regularly move up to 50 pounds safely
• Comfortable working around hot ovens, kitchen equipment, and varying temperatures
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Food Handler Certification within 30 days of hire
• Safety shoes within 30 days of hire
• Ability to communicate effectively in the primary language spoken by our guests

What to Expect

• Flexible scheduling that works with school, family, or other commitments
• Paid, hands-on training with experienced teammates
• A fast-paced kitchen where teamwork matters
• Opportunities to learn new skills and grow within Home Run Inn
• A supportive team that works hard, has fun, and celebrates wins together

Why Home Run Inn?

We're more than a pizza company—we're neighbors serving neighbors.

For four generations, we've built our business around people. We care deeply about our teammates because we know they're the reason families continue making Home Run Inn part of their traditions.

When you join our team, you'll find:

• A family-owned company with nearly 100 years of Chicago history
• Leaders who genuinely care about your growth
• Opportunities to learn new skills and build your career
• A culture built around connection, support, and continuous improvement
• Best & Brightest and Most Loved Workplace recognition
• Flexible scheduling
• Time to recharge with Paid Time Off and Paid Sick Personal Time (for eligible teammates)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options (for eligible teammates)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match opportunities (for eligible teammates)
• Free household access to 24/7 on-demand virtual healthcare
• Discounts on travel, entertainment, safety shoes, and more
• Plenty of pizza along the way

Our Values

Family – We show up for one another and succeed together.

Pride – We set high standards because our teammates and guests deserve our best.

Grit – We keep learning, improving, and finding better ways to do things.

Courage – We own our mistakes, speak honestly, and grow from every experience.

Purpose – To give people Home Runs in their day.

Ready to Join the Team?

Help us create the pizzas that have brought Chicago families together for generations.

Whether you're looking for your first job, your next opportunity, or a place to grow your career, there's a spot for you at Home Run Inn.

Apply today and help us give people more Home Runs in their day—one pizza at a time.

Home Run Inn is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome.