Buca di Beppo Prep Cook

Pittsburgh, PA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Part-time

Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts

Day Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Retirement Plan

flexible schedule

Meal allowance

Job Description

Buca di Beppo is a renowned Italian restaurant chain with locations spanning from New York City to Honolulu. Celebrated for embodying the Italian traditions of food, friendship, and hospitality, Buca di Beppo features a menu inspired by dishes enjoyed for generations in villages throughout Italy. The menu showcases both Northern and Southern Italian favorites, offering guests a rich and authentic Italian culinary experience. Beyond its outstanding food, Buca di Beppo is equally famous for its quirky decor and upbeat atmosphere, making it a popular choice for lively, celebratory dining experiences. The company prides itself on strong family values, considering its employees as part of a close-knit family. This core belief drives the commitment to customer service and quality that Buca di Beppo is known for nationwide. Positioned as one of the most vibrant restaurant companies in the country, Buca di Beppo’s vision is to be the first choice for celebratory dining, aiming to provide every guest with an over-the-top festive experience delivered in an eclectic vintage setting with vibrant Italian food.

The role of Cook at Buca di Beppo is integral to the restaurant’s success, directly contributing to creating a memorable dining experience by preparing all menu items to specification. The Cook’s responsibility entails preparing all menu items related to their assigned station and maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment at all times. This is a key position within the kitchen team that requires precision, consistency, and dedication to following recipes and company standards. The position demands a hands-on approach, ensuring each dish is cooked according to quality standards while maintaining safety and sanitization procedures. The Cook must also participate actively in line checks, station preparation, inventory management, and collaboration with the kitchen team. Communication skills, teamwork, and a strong customer focus are essential competencies for success in this role. Overall, this position offers an opportunity to be part of an enthusiastic team, contribute to a family-like environment, and help deliver Buca di Beppo’s mission of joyful, celebratory dining.

Job Requirements

high school degree or equivalent preferred
minimum of one year cooking experience in a high-volume restaurant preferred
ability to use all sensory capabilities including vision, hearing, tasting, smelling, touching, and speaking
ability to follow recipes and food preparation instructions accurately
ability to maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards
ability to work effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment
physical capability to handle kitchen tasks including standing for long periods

Job Qualifications

High school degree or equivalent is preferred but not required
a minimum of one year of cooking experience in a high-volume restaurant is preferred
ability to use all sensory capabilities such as vision, hearing, tasting, smelling, touching, and speaking
effective communication skills
ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
strong customer focus and dedication to quality
adaptability and flexibility to changing business needs
commitment to safety and sanitation standards

Job Duties

Consistently prepare high-quality food in a timely manner and follow all company recipes and specifications
turn or stir foods to ensure even cooking
season and cook food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience
observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently using methods such as tasting, smelling, or piercing
weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes or personal judgment
maintain the cleanliness and sanitation of your work station and the kitchen
inspect food preparation and serving areas to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food-handling practices
comply with all portion sizes, quality standards, kitchen rules, policies and procedures
estimate expected food consumption, requisition or purchase supplies, or procure food from storage
set up line according to kitchen guidelines and par sheets
pre-cut ingredients such as fruits, vegetables, deli-meats to reduce preparation time
check to see if kitchen equipment is operational
stock stations to par levels
check stations for equipment and tools
memorize all ingredients and portion sizes for menu items
wrap, date, and refrigerate food
sanitize cutting boards
organize station shelves
hand-clean knives
complete and participate in line checks to ensure quality products are served
assist with cleaning, sanitation, and organization of kitchen, walk-ins, and storage areas
wash hands frequently
use kitchen utensils, knives, and equipment safely and responsibly
work as a team and use positive communication skills
clean, stock, and maintain the line throughout shift
follow all safety and sanitation policies