F&B General - Cook

OTH Hotels Resorts; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

OTH Hotels Resorts in the United States is seeking a Cook to bring flavor, focus, and hospitality to every plate. You’ll work across grill, sauté, pantry, or prep, upholding standards with consistency and creativity, turning simple dishes into memorable experiences.

You’ll join a team that values care and collaboration, keep stations clean and organized, and follow safety guidelines in a fast-paced kitchen.

Qualifications

• Basic cooking techniques and knife handling.
• Food preparation and plating skills.
• Culinary school or prior kitchen experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items in accordance with standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Assist with daily prep and maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked station.
• Ensure proper food handling, storage, and labeling to meet safety and sanitation standards.
• Work closely with the culinary and front-of-house teams to ensure smooth service during meal periods.
• Follow portion control guidelines and minimize waste through careful preparation and execution.
• Maintain awareness of allergen and dietary requirements, ensuring proper communication and handling.
• Support banquet or special event prep and execution as needed.
• Assist with receiving and storing deliveries, monitoring inventory, and reporting shortages.
• Uphold a team-oriented, respectful kitchen environment that values professionalism and collaboration.

Skills

Cooking basics

Knife skills

Food prep

Team player

Safety awareness

Education

Culinary school preferred

Job description

Job Summary

At OTH Hotels Resorts, we don’t believe in service that’s scripted—we believe in hospitality that’s human. As a Cook, you bring more than ingredients to the table—you bring flavor, focus, and the pride that turns a simple dish into a memorable experience. This isn’t just about following a recipe—it’s about showing up with consistency, care, and creativity. Whether you’re on the grill, sauté station, pantry, or prep, your work brings warmth and satisfaction to every guest, one plate at a time. You are more than a cook—you’re a craftsman and a contributor to the guest experience. And when empowered with our Unscripted Hospitality mindset, your work in the kitchen becomes part of the story our guests remember.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items in accordance with standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Assist with daily prep and maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked station.
• Ensure proper food handling, storage, and labeling to meet safety and sanitation standards.
• Work closely with the culinary and front-of-house teams to ensure smooth service during meal periods.
• Follow portion control guidelines and minimize waste through careful preparation and execution.
• Maintain awareness of allergen and dietary requirements, ensuring proper communication and handling.
• Support banquet or special event prep and execution as needed.
• Assist with receiving and storing deliveries, monitoring inventory, and reporting shortages.
• Uphold a team-oriented, respectful kitchen environment that values professionalism and collaboration.

Who You Are

• A dedicated and reliable team player with a passion for cooking and hospitality.
• Detail-oriented and organized, with a strong sense of kitchen cleanliness and safety.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment.
• Experienced in basic cooking techniques, knife handling, and food prep; culinary school or prior kitchen experience preferred.
• Open to feedback and eager to learn new skills and station responsibilities.
• Physically able to stand, bend, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in hot or confined environments.
• Flexible with scheduling, including weekends, holidays, and occasional late hours.
• Holds or willing to obtain a valid food handler certification per local health regulations.

What Makes Us Different

Unscripted Hospitality is more than a service philosophy—it’s a culture of care, empowerment, and personal connection. In the kitchen, we believe every dish has meaning. And behind every meal is a cook who brought it to life with intention. At OTH Hotels Resorts, you’re not just prepping food—you’re fueling the guest experience with pride and purpose.

Join Us

If you’re ready to grow your skills, work with heart, and be part of a team that values the person behind the plate—this is your place. Let your next chapter unfold and your story begin with OTH Hotels Resorts.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties as necessary.