PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Prepare and cook a variety of dishes according to restaurant recipes and menu specifications.
Ensure all food is cooked and presented in a timely manner and meets the restaurant's quality standards.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, including workstations, equipment, and storage areas.
Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines to ensure a safe and hygienic kitchen environment.
Assist in the preparation and portioning of ingredients for use in cooking.
Operate kitchen equipment such as grills, ovens, fryers, and mixers safely and efficiently.
Monitor food stock levels and communicate shortages to the kitchen manager or supervisor.
Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and timely service.
Assist in receiving and storing deliveries, ensuring proper storage procedures are followed.
Participate in the cleaning and maintenance of kitchen equipment and utensils.
Follow all health and safety regulations, including proper use of personal protective equipment.
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES Genuine interest in providing a positive guest experience
Ability to work well with others and support a positive work environment
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Dependable
Flexible to work nights, weekends, and holidays
Ability to follow all guidelines and procedures set forth by FMS/Skyport, brand partners, airport, federal, state, and local employment regulations
Strong communication skills and ability to handle stressful situations
Ability to use basic math; e.g., addition, subtraction, and basic fractions
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
1+ year experience as a cook in a full-service restaurant
ServSafe Certified a plus
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Airport: This position operates in a climate-controlled international airport environment. The temperature, volume of noise, and exposure to the public is outside the control of First Meridian Services, Inc. The position requires use of public spaces as provided by the airport.
Restaurant: This position may require frequent exposure to a restaurant or retail operation environment. Regular exposure to varying temperatures (hot/cold/freezing), fumes, vapors, industrial restaurant equipment, noise, and guests will be a common occurrence.
The nature of restaurant work requires the Cook to possess certain physical abilities. Those listed here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform this job. Most of the workday is spent standing or walking and working in close proximity to others. Eye-hand coordination, depth perception, finger dexterity, and functional vision and speech perception are required. Some bending, crouching, pushing/pulling and lifting/lowering of 20-50 lbs. Some repetitive motions with hands, wrists, or arms. Must be able to operate all equipment used in the restaurant. Some exposure to skin irritants, electrical equipment, and sharp instruments. Risk to these exposures is minimized by strict adherence to company standards, policies and procedures.
Physical Requirements
Frequency
Mental Requirements
Frequency
Bend
Occasionally
Communicate Orally
Constantly
Climb/Crawl
Occasionally
Evaluating
Occasionally
Sit
Rarely
Perform Calculations
Occasionally
Kneel
Occasionally
Read/Comprehend
Regularly
Squat
Occasionally
Reason/Analyze
Regularly
Stand/Walk
Constantly
Write
Rarely
BENEFITS & PERKS Hourly pay starting at $22
Health, Dental and Vision Benefits to full-time employees after 1 year
401k
Employee Retail & Food Discount
Career Training and Advancement Opportunities
And did we mention…working with great people
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
May frequently need to work holidays, weekends and nights. Hours will vary depending on the business and staffing needs. Be able to work on your feet for long periods of time. Position requires prolonged standing, bending, stooping, twisting, and lifting products and supplies weighing up to 50 lbs., as well as repetitive hand and wrist motion. Work with hot, cold, and hazardous equipment
*First Meridian Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or protected veteran status.
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