Airport Line Cook & Prep Pro - Fast-Paced Kitchen

MERA Corporation; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

PTO

Holiday Pay

Meal Discounts

Airport Discounts

Paid Training

Flexible Scheduling

Career Growth

Job summary

MERA RD2 at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) is hiring experienced Line Cooks and Prep Cooks to join its growing food and beverage team. Join four concepts inside the airport, with opportunities in both full-service dining and QSR environments.

We value dependable team members who deliver high-quality food, maintain clean kitchens, and work efficiently under pressure. Training is provided and growth into lead cook or kitchen supervisor roles is possible.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen safety.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to food quality.
• Ability to follow recipes, portion standards, and food safety procedures.
• Ability to work well with others and communicate effectively.
• Dependable attendance and reliable transportation to RDU Airport.
• Ability to meet airport security and badging requirements, including a 10-year background history review.
• Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes, portion sizes, and presentation standards.
• Execute food orders accurately and efficiently while maintaining quality and consistency.
• Assist with daily food preparation, including cutting, portioning, assembling, and organizing ingredients.
• Work assigned kitchen stations, including grill, sauté, fryer, pizza, sandwich preparation, or other stations based on restaurant needs.
• Maintain proper food temperatures, storage procedures, and food handling practices.
• Follow established recipes and preparation procedures to ensure consistent food quality.
• Monitor food portions and minimize unnecessary waste.
• Assist with receiving, labeling, rotating, and properly storing food products.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation throughout each shift.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations.
• Properly clean and maintain kitchen equipment, utensils, and food preparation areas.
• Follow FIFO inventory rotation procedures.
• Ensure food products are properly labeled, dated, and stored.
• Complete opening, closing, and daily cleaning responsibilities.
• Work closely with kitchen leadership and fellow team members to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers and management during service.
• Maintain a sense of urgency during high-volume periods without compromising food quality.
• Assist other kitchen stations as needed to support overall restaurant operations.
• Follow instructions, established procedures, and company standards.
• Demonstrate reliability, punctuality, and a positive attitude.

Skills

Line Cook

Prep Cook

Grill Cook

Kitchen Team Member

Job description

MERA RD2 at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) is hiring experienced Line Cooks and Prep Cooks to join its growing food and beverage team. Join four concepts inside the airport, with opportunities in both full-service dining and QSR environments.

We value dependable team members who deliver high-quality food, maintain clean kitchens, and work efficiently under pressure. Training is provided and growth into lead cook or kitchen supervisor roles is possible.