Black Bear Cook

TravelCenters of America • El Paso, TX

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 supports a convenient dining experience for travelers and focuses on customer service, food quality, safety, and teamwork. Cooks perform food preparation and grill duties, follow recipe and presentation specifications, maintain food safety and equipment standards, and complete required checklists. The position may also involve other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Previous food service experience.

Responsibilities

• Work in a customer-service-focused environment.
• Wash, chop, sort, and otherwise prepare 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.
• Follow safe food handling, storage, and waste-control procedures.
• Follow safety guidelines and report potentially unsafe situations involving team members or customers.
• Maintain equipment according to operating standards.
• Prioritize work based on 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 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