It all started in 2005 when founder Marcus "Jet" Delgado left his corporate job to pursue his true passion: making the perfect New York slice. Armed with his grandmother's dough recipe and an unwavering love for real ingredients, he opened a tiny storefront on the Upper East Side with just four tables and big dreams.
"I didn't just want to sell pizza — I wanted every bite to feel like home. The kind of pizza that brings people together, that you talk about on the way home."
Word spread quickly. Lines formed around the block. Today, Jet's Pizza is a beloved New York institution, famous for hand-stretched dough, house-made sauces, and premium toppings sourced from local suppliers.
Every decision we make — from sourcing ingredients to training our team — is guided by the same core principles that started it all.
We never compromise on freshness. Every dough ball is made daily, every vegetable is prepped the morning it's used, and nothing sits around longer than it should.
We're a New York institution. We support local farmers, sponsor neighborhood events, and treat every customer like a regular — because most of them are.
Award-winning recipes don't happen by accident. We obsess over every detail — flour protein content, sauce acidity, cheese melt, oven temperature. Every. Single. Time.
Our kitchen is our family. We invest in our people with fair wages, continuous training, and a culture where everyone's voice matters. Happy team, great pizza.
From a tiny corner shop to New York's beloved pizza destination — here's how the story unfolded.
Marcus "Jet" Delgado opens a 400 sq ft storefront on 2nd Ave with his grandmother's dough recipe and just $12,000 in savings. Lines form on day one.
Jet's Pizza takes home "Best New York Slice" at the NYC Pizza Summit, putting us on the map and tripling our weekend foot traffic overnight.
We moved to our current larger location, added a dine-in area with 60 seats, and launched our signature deep-dish and stuffed crust creations.
Jet's Pizza goes digital — launching online ordering and delivery services. We partner with local couriers to guarantee hot pizza within 30 minutes.
Responding to customer demand, we launch our full plant-based menu — vegan cheeses, mushroom pepperoni, and cauliflower crusts that rival the original.
Celebrating 20 years, 500,000+ pizzas served, and 38 industry awards. We're still growing — and still making every slice like it's the first one.
Our talented team brings together decades of culinary passion, creativity, and love for the craft of great pizza.
The visionary behind it all. Marcus brings 25+ years of culinary experience and an obsessive love for perfecting every recipe. His grandmother's dough recipe still powers our kitchen.
Sofia joined in 2010 and transformed a beloved local shop into a streamlined, award-winning operation. She oversees everything from supplier relationships to delivery logistics.
Kai is our dough whisperer. Trained in Naples and Tokyo, he blends old-world technique with modern food science to create the perfect crust — every single morning before dawn.
Priya pushes boundaries. As our creative chef, she develops seasonal specials, plant-based innovations, and the bold new flavors that keep our regulars coming back for more.
Interested in joining our team? We're always looking for passionate pizza lovers.
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