Line Cook at The Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel

Sage Hospitality • Pittsburgh, PA

2d • $18 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

Why us? When you are looking for a new job, you know in your heart you want to work where you belong. It’s an exciting time to be a part of The Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel, managed by Sage Hospitality, as we are undergoing a significant refresh. Would you like to be part of that journey? If so, this is where you belong! Together we create a friendly, supportive culture that is intriguing and refreshing to those who are seasoned in hospitality as well as those putting their toes in the water for the first time. Let us show you how it’s done. Enliven your senses by joining forces with this top-notch culinary team. Enjoy working with fresh, local ingredients and inspired menus to provide a journey to our guest’s palette. We have not one, but two kitchens to service our full Catering, Braddock’s Rebellion Restaurant, StreetSide Bar, In-Room Dining, and Concierge Lounge. There are many moving pieces to the operation. With a passion for food, knife skills, and teamwork you could be the perfect fit. Could this be where you belong? At Sage we create a culture of belonging. Our team members serve with creativity, and passion. Sage associates execute unforgettable experiences and take pride in our communities. We set new standards in hospitality. Job Overview To ensure proper service from the front line through quality control, training of line cooks and ensure proper sanitation levels.

Requirements

• Education/Formal Training High school education or equivalent.
• Experience required by position is from one to two full years of employment in a related position with this company or other organization(s).
• Knowledge/Skills Knowledge of cooking and the practices and procedures of a kitchen in order to perform non-repetitive analytical work.

Responsibilities

• Check all items against the recipe cards, verify that use records are followed for all items served and that food is presented in an efficient, quality manner.
• Monitor the line set up prior to all meal functions to ensure maximum efficiency during meal periods.
• Monitor the equipment maintenance and kitchen "clean as you go" policy to ensure strict adherence.
• Prepare food of consistent quality following recipe cards and production and portion standards, per dupe from servers.
• Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not to prepare more than estimated needs.
• Date all food containers and rotate as per the SOP, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures.
• Check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull and line set up.
• Note any out-of-stock items or possible shortages.
• Assist in keeping buffet stocked.
• Return all food items not used on next shift to designed storage areas, being sure to cover/date all perishables.
• Assist in setting up plans and actions to correct any food cost problems; control food waste, loss and usage per SOP.

Benefits

• Fully Loaded for our Full Time Ambassadors Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance, plus other supplemental options like Accident Coverage, Hospital Indemnity Coverage and more...even Pet Insurance!
• 401(k) with 100% Employer Match up to 3%, and 50% match on the 4th and 5th percent of your contribution
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Short Term Disability
• Complimentary Employee Meals
• Hotel Discounts (Both Marriott and Sage Portfolios)
• Eligible for Referral Bonuses
• Incentive Programs
• Cell Phone Discounts

What This Job Offers

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