Our Story

About Jet's Pizza

Hand-tossed, flame-baked, and made with passion. Discover the people, mission, and values behind the best jets pizza in Woodside, New York.

Jet's pizza hand-tossing dough in the kitchen

20+ Years of Pizza

Our Story

How Jet's Pizza Came to Life

It all started in 2004 when founder Jet Ramirez — a Queens native with a passion for authentic Italian flavors — quit his corporate job and invested everything into a tiny storefront on Queens Blvd. His dream was simple: create a jet's pizza experience that felt like family dinner every single night.

Using a recipe passed down through three generations, Jet perfected a slow-fermented dough that bakes to a blistered, airy perfection in a flame-powered deck oven. Word spread block by block. Within two years, lines wrapped around the corner on weekend evenings.

Today, Jet's pizza serves thousands of happy customers across Woodside and the greater New York area — still using the same dough, the same sauce, and the same belief that great pizza starts with great ingredients and even greater care.

2004

Founded

50K+

Pizzas Served

4.9★

Average Rating

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What Drives Us

Our Mission & Goals

We don't just make pizza — we create moments. Every pie we bake carries a commitment to quality, community, and connection.

Fresh Ingredients

We source only the freshest local produce and premium imported Italian tomatoes and mozzarella — no shortcuts, ever.

Flame-Baked Craft

Our deck ovens reach 700°F for that signature leopard-spotted crust. Every pizza is hand-stretched and baked to order.

Community First

Woodside made us who we are. We give back through local school partnerships, neighborhood events, and charitable giving.

Consistent Excellence

From your first slice to your hundredth, we promise the same quality, flavor, and warmth that built our reputation.

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What We Stand For

Our Core Values

These principles guide every decision we make — from the dough we proof to the way we greet every guest who walks through our door.

Integrity in Every Slice

We use real ingredients, honest pricing, and transparent sourcing. No artificial preservatives, no hidden fees — just great pizza done right.

People Over Profit

Our team, our customers, and our community always come first. We invest in living wages, staff development, and neighborhood initiatives.

Sustainability Matters

Eco-friendly packaging, minimal food waste, and local sourcing reduce our footprint — because great pizza shouldn't cost the planet.

Always Innovating

We respect tradition but love experimentation. New seasonal specials and rotating menu items keep our pizza exciting and surprising.

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Jets pizza team crafting pizzas with fresh ingredients

"We put love into every single pie — and you can taste the difference."

— Jet Ramirez, Founder

Our Journey

The Jet's Pizza History

Twenty years of dough, dedication, and deliciousness — here's how we grew from a dream to a Woodside institution.

2004

The First Slice

Jet Ramirez opens the doors at 49-02 Queens Blvd with a 4-topping menu, one deck oven, and a dream to serve the best pizza in Queens.

2007

Queens' Favorite Pizza

Featured in the Queens Tribune as "Best New Pizzeria." Weekend wait times hit 45 minutes — a proud problem to have.

2011

Kitchen Expansion

We double our kitchen capacity, add two new ovens, and launch our signature Detroit-style deep dish — which immediately becomes a bestseller.

2015

Online Ordering Launch

Jet's pizza goes digital. Our new online ordering platform brings jets pizza to customers across the entire borough within 45 minutes.

2019

Community Kitchen Program

We launch our "Pizza for the Community" initiative, donating 200+ meals monthly to local shelters and food banks across Woodside.

2024

20 Years & Still Rising

We celebrate two decades of pizza-making with new seasonal menu additions, a full kitchen refresh, and a heartfelt thank-you to every loyal customer.

The People

Meet Our Team

The passionate faces behind every perfect pie — our team brings skill, heart, and a love of great food to work every single day.

Jet Ramirez

Founder & Head Chef

Queens-born pizza artist with 20+ years of mastery. Jet's secret dough recipe is the beating heart of everything we do.

Maria Santos

Operations Manager

Maria keeps every shift running like clockwork. From inventory to customer flow, her sharp eye ensures every guest leaves happy.

Carlos Rivera

Lead Pizzaiolo

Trained in Naples and seasoned in New York, Carlos's hand-stretching technique is legendary. He bakes over 200 pies on a busy Friday night.

Aisha Thompson

Customer Experience Lead

Aisha's warmth sets the tone for every visit. She trains our front-of-house team and personally responds to customer feedback every day.

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