PM Line Cook

MARCUS HOTELS INC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits in the culinary department at a vibrant downtown restaurant, where you can showcase your skills as a Line Cook. Join a dynamic team led by a three-time James Beard Nominee, and immerse yourself in a kitchen that blends American classics with modern twists. Enjoy the chance to work with locally-sourced ingredients while providing exceptional dining experiences. This role not only offers the potential for advancement but also includes travel discounts and benefits after just one month. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about food, this is the perfect opportunity for you to shine.

Benefits

Travel Discounts

Benefits after 1 Month

Opportunity for Advancement

Qualifications

• Experience in full-service restaurant or culinary operations as a line cook preferred.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent quality and presentation of food to guests.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work station and kitchen areas.

Skills

Time management

Organizational ability

Knife skills

Basic kitchen equipment usage

Multitasking

Customer rapport

Education

Food Handler Certification

Tools

Grills

Broilers

Fryers

Convection oven

Flat top range

Refrigeration equipment

Job description

The Commoner, located at the Kimpton Hotel Monaco Pittsburgh has an exciting opportunity in the culinary department to work as a Line Cook! Our kitchen is led by three-time James Beard Nominee, Chef Dave Racicot.

Travel Discounts! Benefits after 1 Month! Opportunity for Advancement!

The Commoner is anything but common. American classics with a touch of the unexpected are at the heart of this Downtown Pittsburgh restaurant. The vibrant design recalls Pittsburgh’s industrial past and complements a kitchen that excels at adding modern flourishes to classic comforts. Our culinary team serves an authentic, locally-focused, ingredient-driven menu made to pair with our robust selection of local beers and craft spirits to complete the American tavern feel.

Some of your responsibilities include:

• Provide excellent quality and presentation of all food to the guests in a timely manner.
• Stock and maintain sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period.
• Know and comply consistently with standard portion size, cooking methods, quality standards, kitchen rules, policies and procedures.
• Prevent the spoiling and contamination of foods by implementing proper sanitation practices while ensuring compliance with policy and health regulations.
• Maintain a clean work station area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range and refrigeration equipment.
• Assist in the daily cleaning of the pantry, cooking line, prep kitchen, dish area, stairs, walk-in and prep area.

What You Bring:

• Previous experience in full service restaurant and/or culinary operation as a line cook, cook, banquet cook, assisted living cook or in a restaurant, food handling, cashier related or supportive roles are preferred.
• Time management and organizational ability required for high quality food production.
• Ability to work with minimal direction or supervision to complete assigned tasks.
• Food Handler Certification (if applicable).
• Trained in knife skills and basic kitchen equipment usage.
• Able to multitask in a dynamic, and fast paced environment.
• You're able to establish a positive rapport with many types of personalities.
• Flexible schedule, able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays when needed.

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Marcus Hotels & Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.