About this role
- $23.65 / Hour
- Full-Time
- Full Benefits
- Hiring Immediately
- Opportunities for Advancement
Join our team as a Specialty Cook in a dynamic airport restaurant environment!
Are you a seasoned food service professional with a passion for high-volume and a stickler for food safety? We have an exciting opportunity for a Specialty Cook at one of the biggest airports in America, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). If you thrive in a fast-paced food environment and are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, we want to hear from you!
At SSP America, our line cooks have the important role of receiving food orders, preparing delicious dishes for our guests, properly setting up the kitchen so every team member has the product and tools they need easily accessible during their shift.
Our line cooks are experts at a few things:
- Having warm, friendly smiles
- Respecting our customers
- Following detailed food preparation processes
- Keeping their eyes on the details
- Working well in fast-paced environments
Skills:
- 1+ years of experience cooking in a full-service restaurant environment required
If you’re looking to start your culinary career, come check us out! We have a unique work environment that you’ll only experience at SSP America!
Benefits:
- Highly competitive wages
- Full-time jobs
- Paid training
- Employee meal program
- Paid time off
- Extra pay for holidays worked
- Retirement plan with safe harbor company match
- Medical benefits $50 per month
- Basic Life & ADD is company paid 100%
- Voluntary plans available (pet insurance, accident, illness, hospital indemnity, dental, vision)
- Employee assistance program
- Career development and opportunities
SSP America is an equal opportunity employer. All decisions concerning the employment relationship will be made without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, age, disability, genetic information, or and other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. SSP America will provide reasonable accommodations during the application and interview process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws.
Other facts
About SSP
SSP is a global leading operator of food and beverage outlets in travel locations employing 49,000 colleagues in around 3,000 units across nearly 40 countries.
We specialise in designing, creating and operating a diverse range of food and drink outlets in airports, train stations and other travel hubs across six formats: sit-down and quick service restaurants, bars, cafés, lounges, and food-led convenience stores. Our extensive portfolio of brands features a mix of international, national, and local brands, tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients and customers.
Our purpose is to be the best part of the journey, and our focus is on making every journey taste better – bringing great food and welcoming hospitality to travellers across the globe. Sustainability is crucial for our long-term success, and we aim to deliver positive impact for our business while uniting stakeholders to promote a sustainable food travel sector.
Our people are at the heart of our business and our values are integral to our business, underpinning everything we do.
• TEAM. Team is everything. We actively support, respect and care for each other. With collaboration at the heart, we build strong relationships and deliver safe outcomes.
• PASSION. We bring energy, passion and commitment to everything that we do. Taking pride in our work, we go the extra mile to make every journey count.
• CURIOSITY. We approach everyday with open minds and thoughtful questions. We are agile and customer-focused, always looking for ways to deliver an exceptional experience.
• OWNERSHIP. We own our role completely, caring for every detail that shapes the SSP experience. Through genuine hospitality and continuous improvement, we make every moment matter.
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What you'll do
- The Specialty Cook is responsible for receiving food orders and preparing dishes for guests. They must also set up the kitchen to ensure all team members have the necessary tools and products accessible during their shift.
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