Cook

Proper Brick Oven and Tap Room; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local restaurant in Pittsburgh is seeking an experienced Cook to join their kitchen staff. The role involves preparing workstations, cooking ingredients, and maintaining a clean and organized kitchen. Ideal candidates should possess strong culinary skills, teamwork abilities, and an understanding of sanitation procedures. A diploma from a culinary school is preferred. This position offers a chance to be part of a vibrant dining scene and contribute to delivering exceptional service.

Qualifications

• Skilled cook with experience in a kitchen environment.
• Ability to work as part of a team and follow instructions.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare workstations and kitchen equipment for cooking.
• Cook and arrange food for presentation.
• Maintain a sanitized and organized kitchen.

Skills

Operating kitchen equipment

Various cooking techniques

Sanitation procedures

Teamwork

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Education

Diploma from a culinary school

Job description

Main Responsibilities of a Cook:

• Preparing workstations, cooking ingredients, and kitchen equipment for cooking.
• Cooking and arranging food.

Cook Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced cook to fill a vacant spot in our kitchen staff and contribute to the overall excellence of our restaurant.

The person we are hoping to employ is first and foremost a skilled, organized, and creative cook. We are looking for someone to work as a team player, follow instructions, and help us delight our customers with delicious food from our menu. In addition to cooking prowess, great communication and organizational skills are paramount.

A good candidate for this job is a person with attention to detail who can keep the kitchen tidy and clean all while preparing, cooking, and arranging food together with the rest of our kitchen staff. We pride ourselves in our exceptional service, and we expect nothing less from our cooks. The advantage goes to candidates with a diploma from a culinary school.

Responsibilities of a Cook:

• Maintaining a sanitized and well-organized kitchen.
• Preparing workstations for cooking.
• Preparing and maintaining kitchen equipment.
• Checking the quality of the ingredients.
• Preparing cooking ingredients using various techniques.
• Cooking food using various culinary techniques.
• Arranging food and ensuring appealing presentation.
• Manage food storage, stock, and ingredient orders.

Cook Job Requirements:

• Must be skilled in operating kitchen equipment.
• Must be skilled in various cooking techniques.
• Must know and follow sanitation procedures.
• Must showcase teamwork and communication skills.
• Must showcase great organizational skills.
• Must be able to multitask and act quickly.

Proper Brick Oven & Tap Room is an original concept developed, independently owned, and personally operated by Pittsburgh native Suzanne Hrach. Suzanne has traveled far and wide, dining and drinking her way across America and abroad for inspiration. In 2013 she finally got the opportunity to bring her idea of a "proper" bar and restaurant to her beloved hometown when she launched Proper Brick Oven & Tap Room, located in the heart of Pittsburgh's Cultural District. Proper's meticulous focus on wood-fired pizzas, fresh pastas, creative cocktails, and local craft beers contributes to the vibrancy of the downtown dining scene.