Cafeteria Cook

About the role

Fairmont Pittsburgh, a 4-diamond LEED-certified luxury hotel, is hiring a Cafeteria Cook for its employee cafeterias. The cook prepares food for the daily lunch and dinner service, serves it to employees and helps keep the café stocked, clean and well-stocked.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare food for the daily lunch and dinner meal periods and serve it to employees.
• Check and complete mise en place, and keep a constant check on the quality and quantity of prepared food.
• Store, rotate and maintain products correctly.
• Keep the café stocked with ice and sodas and ensure there is enough food for each service period.
• Make sure café food is flavorful and healthy, and that the café is clean and organized.
• Help keep tables clean and stocked with napkins and condiments.
• Stay in the café during peak hours to keep the buffet clean and full.
• Work with the chef team to minimize food waste and support sustainability initiatives.
• Carry out any other duties as assigned.

Required profile

• Previous culinary experience is required; banquet experience is an asset.
• Able to learn station setup, cooking techniques and cleaning routines.
• Team player who helps wherever needed and works well with cooks on walk-ins and shared areas.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and clear communication.
• Attention to detail on every task.
• Flexible and willing to work in all areas of the kitchen, including weekends and holidays.

Required skills

• Basic knife skills.
• Mise en place preparation.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and flexible benefit plans.
• Generous paid time off.
• Employee rates at Accor properties in the NCA region.
• Learning programs through the Academies and growth opportunities within the property and across the group.
• Corporate social responsibility activities such as WATCH.