The Kitchen Cook

TravelCenters of America • Waterloo, NY

4d

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 preparing ingredients, setting up and operating grill, fryer, and broiler stations, cooking dishes to guest specifications, and following plate presentation guides. Team members also complete preparation and temperature checklists, follow food-safety and storage procedures, control waste, maintain equipment, and help provide a welcoming, customer-focused experience. The work may involve exposure to outdoor elements, fumes, particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration, loud noise, and substances such as dirt, dust, grease, oil, gas, and concentrated cleaning solutions.

Requirements

• Good verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and some holidays.
• Ability to perform the listed physical demands, with or without reasonable accommodation, including occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds or moving heavy objects.

Nice To Haves

• Previous food service experience.
• A dedicated individual who works well with others and is excited to be part of the team.

Responsibilities

• Perform prep 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.
• Follow safe food handling and storage practices 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
• Education Level: No Education Listed