Prep Cook

SSP America is a leading operator of food and beverage outlets in airports, offering passengers and visitors a unique and authentic dining experience that showcases the local flavors and culinary style of each location. With a strong commitment to quality, innovation, and customer service, SSP America operates a diverse portfolio of brands and restaurant concepts designed to meet the varied tastes and preferences of travelers. As part of an international company with a presence in numerous countries, SSP America provides stable employment opportunities in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The company takes pride in fostering a culture of growth, inclusion, and support for its employees, encouraging career advancement and personal development through well-structured training programs and competitive compensation packages. Positions with SSP America often come with comprehensive benefits and an engaging workplace culture where employees are valued as key contributors to the success of the organization.

The Food Service Worker role at SSP America is a full-time position starting at a competitive pay rate of $14.00 per hour. This role is critical to ensuring that guests receive high-quality food and beverage products in a timely and professional manner, reflecting the company's dedication to guest satisfaction. Responsibilities include preparing, serving, selling, and maintaining food and beverage items while adhering strictly to recipes and portion control standards. The Food Service Worker will handle tasks such as taking orders, receiving deliveries from vendors, and maintaining cleanliness and organization within the kitchen or service station. A significant aspect of the role involves effective communication and courtesy when interacting with guests, ensuring a friendly and welcoming environment.

The position requires diligent attention to detail for inventory management, proper storage and rotation of food products, and the upkeep of equipment and machinery used during service. Food Service Workers are also accountable for following shift prep sheets, completing opening and closing checklists, and promptly reporting product shortages to management. Maintaining health and safety standards through the use of proper cleaning protocols is essential, as is the organization of workspaces and storage areas including coolers and refrigerators. SSP America emphasizes employee responsibility and teamwork, with workers meeting with managers at the start and end of each shift to ensure seamless continuity of operations.

Ideal candidates for this role bring at least one year of experience in a food service environment and possess effective verbal and written communication skills in English. A high school diploma is preferred, along with the ability to perform basic mathematical operations necessary for cash register management and transaction processing. Food handlers permits and brand certifications are required where applicable by law and company policies. The role demands physical stamina, including the ability to stand and work in confined spaces for extended periods, as well as the familiarity with point of sale systems used for order processing. SSP America is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process.