Black Bear Cook

TravelCenters of America • Tonopah, AZ

7d

About The Position

The Cook is a key member of the restaurant team, responsible for preparing and presenting quality food to guests. The role includes working in a customer-service-focused environment, completing ingredient preparation and grill-cook tasks, preparing food to guest specifications and presentation guides, and completing food preparation and temperature checklists. The Cook follows safe food handling, storage, waste control, and safety procedures, maintains equipment to operating standards, and prioritizes work according to restaurant and guest needs. The role also involves communicating with leaders and co-workers and performing other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Work well with others and be excited to be part of the team.
• Good verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and some holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Previous food service experience.

Responsibilities

• Work in a fun, trusting environment focused on great customer service.
• Wash, chop, and sort ingredients as part of food preparation.
• Set up broiler, fryer, and grill stations according to line check sheets.
• Prepare products to guest specifications and follow plate presentation guides.
• Complete prep, freezer pull, and temperature checklist sheets.
• Follow safe food handling, storage, and waste control procedures.
• Follow safety guidelines and report potentially unsafe situations caused by team members or customers.
• Maintain equipment according to operating standards.
• Prioritize work according to restaurant and guest needs.
• Build strong communication and rapport with leaders and co-workers.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with a company match.
• Vacation and paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• On-site meal discounts.
• Discounts on technology, travel, food, and fuel.
• Opportunity for growth and advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed