Cook - $25.50

Fort Lee, NJ, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $14.75 - $19.50
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Career development opportunities

Job Description

Gategroup is a global leader in airline catering and onboard services, known for its commitment to enhancing travel experiences through exceptional food and customer service. With a strong presence in the airline industry, gategroup specializes in providing high-quality meals and beverages to airlines worldwide. Their operations revolve around meticulous preparation, strict quality control, and adherence to food safety standards to ensure passengers enjoy delicious, safe, and well-presented meals during their flights.

As a Head Cook at gategroup, you will be a pivotal member of the culinary team responsible for preparing and cooking various food items according to established recipes and stringent airline specifications. This role demands a motivated and engaged individual who is passionate about making every journey a better experience for travelers. Acting as a lead in the kitchen, the Head Cook monitors cooks' production, ensures compliance with sanitation standards, and supports leadership in maintaining high-quality production and efficiency. The position requires a hands-on approach, attentiveness to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.

The Head Cook assembles equipment based on airline procedures, packages alcoholic beverages for flights, and documents inventory in line with company requirements. They are entrusted with maintaining production areas that meet rigorous cleanliness and safety standards, contributing to an outstanding customer experience. This role also entails completing administrative tasks and adhering to company policies while handling various food products including seafood, beef, pork, poultry, fruits, and vegetables. Given the nature of airline catering, the job demands flexibility in scheduling which may include weekends, holidays, and overtime.

Candidates are expected to have a culinary degree or cook certification preferred, along with at least two years of experience in a high-volume institutional catering environment. Experience in recipe conversion, temperature log maintenance, and effective communication skills are crucial to managing daily kitchen operations efficiently. The Head Cook role at gategroup offers not only a dynamic work environment but also the opportunity to grow professionally in a company dedicated to excellence, integrity, passion, and accountability.

Working at gategroup means joining a team that values respect, teamwork, problem-solving, and personal responsibility. The company emphasizes a culture where every team member strives to exceed expectations by delivering excellence while caring for coworkers and continuously improving processes. If you are enthusiastic about culinary arts, airline catering, and contributing to memorable travel experiences, this opportunity as a Head Cook is an excellent fit for you. Join gategroup, a company committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment, and be part of a team that shapes exceptional culinary journeys for travelers around the world.

Job Requirements

  • Handle various food products such as seafood, beef, pork, poultry, fruits, and vegetables
  • Handle knives and kitchen tools properly
  • Work assigned schedule which may vary and could include weekends and holidays
  • Work overtime when required
  • Arrive to work on-time
  • Completes paperwork and related administrative duties
  • Complies with company policies

Job Qualifications

  • Culinary degree and/or cook certification is preferred
  • At least 2 years of experience cooking in a high volume institutional catering environment is preferred
  • Experience with maintaining temperature logs for all food items prepared
  • Recipe conversion experience required to accommodate the kitchen's daily production needs
  • Read, write, and follow food specifications and menu guidelines
  • Communicate effectively with supervisors and co-workers

Job Duties

  • Assembles equipment according to airline specifications following procedures and assembly diagrams
  • Packages and prepares alcoholic beverages for airline flights
  • Keeps production areas in compliance with sanitation standards and customer requirements
  • Documents inventory in compliance with requirements
  • Follows directions
  • Works as a member of a team
  • Supports Hot Food leadership in monitoring team’s production quality and efficiencies
  • Additional duties may be assigned as deemed necessary by management

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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