Black Bear Cook

TravelCenters of America • Amarillo, TX

5d

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 prep and grill cooking, following guest specifications and plate presentation guides, completing food-preparation and temperature checklists, and maintaining safe food handling, storage, waste-control, and equipment practices. Cooks work with team members and leaders to meet restaurant and guest needs and may perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Good verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and some holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Previous food service experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform prep cook tasks such as washing, chopping, and sorting ingredients.
• 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.
• Practice safe food handling and storage and follow 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
• Education Level: No Education Listed