Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $15.00 - $17.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Great pay
full-time positions
Part-time positions
great benefits
Referral bonuses
Paid Time Off
Advancement opportunities

Job Description

SSP America is a leading operator of food and beverage outlets primarily located in travel venues such as airports, train stations, and motorway service areas. With a strong presence at Sanford International Airport in Orlando, FL, SSP America proudly serves a diverse and dynamic customer base, offering a variety of culinary options through its multiple restaurant locations. It is a company that focuses on quality, efficiency, and exceptional customer service while providing many growth opportunities and an inclusive work culture for its employees. With a reputation for being an employer of choice in the hospitality industry, SSP America prioritizes employee well-being, offering competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a welcoming work environment that fosters professional development and personal satisfaction.

The company is currently looking to hire Line Cooks to join their teams at the restaurants within Sanford International Airport. These positions are available on both a full-time and part-time basis, with pay starting at $15.00 per hour and potential earnings reaching up to $17.00 per hour when tips are included. To further support their staff, SSP America offers great benefits including referral bonuses, two weeks of paid time off (PTO), and the opportunity to participate in an innovative on-demand pay program called Fuego. This program allows employees to withdraw up to 50% of their earned wages before the official payday, helping them manage their finances more flexibly.

A Line Cook at SSP America is a culinary professional who excels in preparing high-quality food by following recipes accurately and practicing strict portion control. The role requires maintaining an immaculate and organized kitchen or station each day, ensuring that all food, paper products, and condiments are fully stocked and properly rotated. Line Cooks are responsible for handling and storing products correctly to maintain freshness and safety, as well as setting up, cleaning, and breaking down kitchen machinery and equipment. They also take charge of maintaining perishables through proper cutting and storage. Working as a Line Cook at SSP America provides a unique and stimulating environment designed to encourage those starting their culinary careers to gain valuable experience and grow within a supportive team. The position demands attention to detail, a commitment to food safety standards, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen setting.

SSP America is dedicated to equal employment opportunities and ensures an inclusive workplace free from discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status. The company also commits to providing reasonable accommodations during the application and interview process to comply with legal requirements and create a fair hiring process for all candidates. Joining SSP America means becoming part of an established hospitality company that values its employees, offers steady career advancement prospects, and provides a comprehensive benefits package that supports both personal and professional growth while delivering excellent culinary experiences to travelers at Sanford International Airport.

Job Requirements

  • Minimum one year experience working in food service environment
  • Food handlers permit, as required by law
  • Brand certification, as required

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum one year experience working in food service environment
  • Food handlers permit, as required by law
  • Brand Certification, as required

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

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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