Cook - $22/hour

Gate Gourmet is a globally recognized leader in airline catering, providing high-quality meal solutions to airlines and travelers worldwide. Established with a commitment to excellence and innovation, Gate Gourmet operates as a key player in the food service industry, specializing in catering for airline passengers and crew. The company prides itself on its ability to deliver fresh, nutritious, and appealing meals that enhance the travel experience for millions of passengers each year. With a focus on operational efficiency, food safety, and sustainable practices, Gate Gourmet remains dedicated to meeting the demanding standards of the aviation industry.

The role of Head Cook at Gate Gourmet is a pivotal position within the culinary team, responsible for overseeing the preparation and cooking of various food items according to precise recipes and airline specifications. This role involves not only cooking but also leading and monitoring the production efforts of the kitchen staff to ensure consistency, quality, and adherence to safety standards. The Head Cook assembles equipment, packages beverages for flights, and maintains strict sanitation compliance in the production areas. This position requires a motivated, detail-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume institutional catering environment.

As a Head Cook, you will be an essential member of the team tasked with supporting Hot Food leadership by monitoring production quality and efficiency, ensuring that all food items meet the required temperature standards, and completing necessary documentation related to inventory and food safety logs. The role demands a hands-on approach to handling diverse food products, including seafood, poultry, beef, pork, fruits, and vegetables, and requires proficiency in using kitchen tools and knives safely and effectively.

Gate Gourmet offers its team members many benefits, including free on-site meals, uniforms and uniform laundering, free parking, and weekly pay options. Employee referral bonuses, life insurance, vacation and sick benefits, holiday pay, and recognition programs are also part of the package. Optional employee-paid benefits such as medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, short- and long-term disability coverage, 401(k) plans with company match, and membership in the American Airlines Credit Union enhance the comprehensive rewards for being part of this dynamic company.

Working at Gate Gourmet means embracing the company values of Excellence, Integrity, Passion, and Accountability. These core principles encourage a respectful and collaborative work environment where employees communicate openly, problem-solve collectively, and hold themselves accountable to high standards. The company is committed to providing opportunities for career growth and supporting employees through an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and equal opportunity.

This Head Cook position is full-time and may require working varied shifts, including weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed to meet production demands and maintain smooth operations. Physical requirements include the ability to stand and move for extended periods, as well as lifting and moving up to 50 pounds frequently. If you are a culinary professional who enjoys working in a team-oriented environment and is passionate about delivering quality food experiences to travelers, Gate Gourmet invites you to apply and be part of a company that makes every journey better.