CAVA IAD Cook

Crews; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Crews at Dulles International Airport is seeking dedicated kitchen staff for Full-Time/Part-Time positions. You will create meals as per the menu ensuring quality and sanitation.

Successful candidates should have at least 2 years of kitchen experience and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include meal preparation, maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen, and assisting with inventory.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in kitchen preparation and cooking.
• At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity or training.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Create meals according to menu and recipes.
• Ensure food is handled and cooked in a sanitary manner.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work station area.

Skills

Kitchen preparation

Cooking

Effective communication

Job description

Job Details Job Location: Dulles International Airport - Dulles, VA 20166 Position Type: Full‑Time/Part‑Time Job Shift: Any Job Category: Restaurant - Food Service

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Creates meals according to menu and recipes as set by the Lead Supervisor/CREWS Management.
• Ensures that all food is handled and cooked in a wholesome, sanitary manner.
• Sets up station according to restaurant guidelines.
• Restocks all items as needed throughout shift.
• Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of products served.
• Keeps cook line and kitchen clean in all areas, line, prep, walk‑ins and storerooms.
• May assist in Kitchen inventory and ordering.
• Inform kitchen manager of any kitchen problems.
• Knows and complies consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures.
• Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period.
• Portions food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat‑top range and refrigeration equipment.
• Prepares items for broiling, grilling, frying, sautéing or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning and/or marinating.
• Follows proper plate presentation and garnish set‑up for all dishes.
• Handles, stores and rotates all products properly.
• Assists in food prep assignments during off‑peak periods as needed.
• Closes the kitchen properly and follows the closing checklist for kitchen stations. Assists others in closing the kitchen.
• Attends all scheduled employee meetings and brings suggestions for improvement.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Kitchen Manager or manager‑on‑duty.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• A minimum of 2 years experience in kitchen preparation and cooking. At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity or training.

Language Skills: Ability to effectively communicate in the English language. Must be able to read and understand items outlined but not limited to the position, training supplement and employee Handbook.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must attend Orientation and agree to policies and procedures as outlined in the New Employee Handbook and New Hire Packet. Must attend and successfully complete the Kitchen Staff Training Program. Must adhere to Safety/Security guidelines. Must successfully attend and complete all other required training such as Ser‑Save Certified.