Lead Cook – EVEN Hotel Pittsburgh Downtown

InterContinental Hotels Group; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

401k

Job summary

InterContinental Hotels Group is seeking a Lead Cook in the Pittsburgh area to craft meals, manage kitchen supplies, and uphold top cleanliness and safety standards. You will assist with kitchen duties and provide excellent guest service while adhering to safety procedures and wearing protective gear.

The position requires flexibility for night, weekend, and holiday shifts, with the physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Benefits include PTO, health insurance, and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs and stand for long periods.
• Flexible for night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
• Strong communication, basic literacy and math skills, and compliance with food handling laws.

Responsibilities

• Craft visually appealing and flavorful meals and deliver guest-focused service.
• Manage kitchen supplies and equipment to ensure smooth operation.
• Maintain high cleanliness and safety standards in daily tasks.
• Assist with kitchen duties and contribute to a safe, clean environment.

Skills

Communication Skills

Detail Oriented

Equipment Maintenance/Repair

Food Preparation

Lift/Move 50 Pounds

Literacy

Mathematics

Regulatory Compliance

Safety Process

Safety Standards

Team Player

Job description

As a Lead Cook, you’ll craft visually appealing and flavorful meals, creating memorable dining experiences for guests. Your responsibilities include managing kitchen supplies and equipment, maintaining high cleanliness and safety standards, assisting with kitchen duties, and providing excellent guest service. You’ll follow safety procedures, wear protective gear, and contribute to a safe, clean environment. Flexibility for night, weekend, and holiday shifts is essential, along with physical ability to lift up to 50lbs. Strong communication skills, basic literacy, math skills, and compliance with food handling laws are required. The role offers an hourly pay of $17.50, with benefits like paid time off, health insurance, and 401k.

Key skills include attention to detail, teamwork, and a welcoming attitude to enhance guest experiences.

Skills:

Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Food Preparation, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Literacy, Mathematics, Regulatory Compliance, Safety Process, Safety Standards, Team Player

About the Company:

InterContinental Hotels Group

• paid time off
• health insurance
• 401k