Cook - Food Prep

OTH Hotels • Pittsburgh, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cook Food Prep position supports kitchen operations by preparing ingredients and maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient prep environment. The role ensures food items meet established standards, recipes, and production lists, while following food safety, sanitation, and storage guidelines. It operates in a fast-paced kitchen, primarily indoors in prep areas, with exposure to varying temperatures, kitchen equipment, and food production machinery. Constant standing and frequent physical activity, including cutting, lifting, and handling food products, are required. Success depends on attention to detail, consistency, and working efficiently under supervision.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Food preparation or kitchen experience in a restaurant or hotel environment is preferred; the posting specifies a minimum of 1 year.
• Experience with ingredient preparation, recipe execution, and kitchen sanitation practices is preferred.
• Ability to prepare vegetables, proteins, starches, sauces, and stocks to established standards.
• Ability to read and accurately follow standardized recipes and production lists.
• Ability to safely operate commercial kitchen equipment.
• Ability to portion food accurately using scales and measuring tools.
• Strong understanding of food storage, labeling, and FIFO rotation practices.
• Ability to maintain cleanliness and sanitation throughout the shift.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with kitchen leadership.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong teamwork and reliability.
• Food safety certification preferred, or required according to local regulations.
• No regular travel required.
• Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. frequently and up to 50 lbs. occasionally.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of food preparation or kitchen experience in a restaurant or hotel environment.
• Experience in ingredient preparation, recipe execution, and kitchen sanitation practices.
• Food safety certification, unless required by local regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare raw ingredients by washing, peeling, chopping, slicing, dicing, and portioning.
• Follow standardized recipes and daily production prep lists accurately.
• Ensure ingredients are prepared and ready for service; complete assigned opening and closing prep duties.
• Label, date, and store prepped food items properly and maintain FIFO rotation in storage areas.
• Monitor ingredient quality, communicate concerns to the Chef or Supervisor, and promptly report inventory shortages or product needs.
• Clean and sanitize prep stations, cutting boards, utensils, and equipment.
• Safely operate commercial kitchen equipment, including slicers, mixers, blenders, and food processors.
• Follow food safety and health code regulations and maintain a clean, organized, hazard-free work environment throughout the shift.
• Communicate prep needs, shortages, or issues to kitchen leadership; maintain a professional appearance and adhere to kitchen standards.
• Keep prep areas organized and ready, and assist team members to support smooth and efficient kitchen operations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED