Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $25.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Day Shifts
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Benefits

no late nights
100% monthly premium contributions paid for health and welfare plan
Participation in pension fund
Paid meal breaks
Vacation packages

Job Description

SSP America is a leading global operator of travel dining and retail establishments, specializing in delivering exceptional culinary experiences in airports, train stations, and other travel locations. With a reputation for quality, innovation, and customer service, SSP America creates unique dining environments tailored to meet the needs of travelers and guests. Their commitment to culinary excellence and guest satisfaction has established them as a trusted name in the foodservice industry, offering a variety of world-class dining concepts and brands. This employer prioritizes inclusivity and equal opportunity, fostering a diverse workplace where every employee is respected and empowered to thrive.\n\nThe Line Cook role at SSP America is vital to their operational success, responsible for receiving food orders, preparing dishes, and ensuring that the kitchen is organized and set up for seamless service. Working behind the scenes, Line Cooks at SSP America are experts in food preparation processes, providing high-quality meals while maintaining a friendly and respectful attitude toward customers and teammates. This position offers an hourly wage of $25.00, presenting an excellent opportunity for those looking to start or grow a culinary career in a fast-paced and supportive work environment. SSP America’s unique workplace culture combines professional growth with employee well-being, offering a range of benefits such as no late nights, full premium contributions for health and welfare plans, pension fund eligibility, paid meal breaks, and vacation packages. Employees in this role can expect to hone their skills in food preparation, kitchen management, inventory control, cleanliness, and health standard adherence—all essential for success in the foodservice industry. This is an excellent role for motivated individuals who enjoy teamwork, attention to detail, and creating memorable dining experiences for guests in dynamic travel locations.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous experience in a similar cooking or food preparation role preferred
  • Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
  • Ability to stand for extended periods
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Good physical stamina
  • Willingness to follow food safety and sanitation protocols

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous experience in food preparation or as a line cook preferred
  • Ability to follow detailed recipes and portion control guidelines
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
  • Good communication and teamwork skills
  • Knowledge of health and safety standards in foodservice
  • Ability to maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen

Job Duties

  • Follow all recipes and practice portion control to prepare, garnish, and present ordered items
  • Maintain proper and adequate set-up of the kitchen/station on a daily basis
  • Requisition and stock all required food, paper products, and condiments
  • Handle, store, and rotate all products properly
  • Responsible for set-up, regular maintenance, cleaning, and breakdown of any machinery and equipment
  • Maintain stock, cutting, and storage of all perishables daily to ensure product quality
  • Complete opening, ongoing, and closing checklists as required
  • Take responsibility for quality of products served
  • Perform general and specific cleaning tasks using standard cleaning products as assigned by supervisor to adhere to health standards
  • Other duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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