Cook 2

SSP Deutschland GmbH; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

Pension plan

Paid holidays

Meal discount

Paid sick leave

Paid meal break

Job summary

SSP America at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is seeking a Cook 2 to join our fast-paced food service team. You will follow recipes, manage setup, and ensure proper storage and stock for daily service.

The role requires at least one year in food service, strong communication, and basic math skills. We offer competitive benefits and opportunities within SSP America’s growing airport portfolio.

Qualifications

• One year experience in food service is required or essential.
• Good verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Basic math skills required for portioning and counting inventory.
• Food handler’s permit may be required by law; Brand Certification as needed.

Responsibilities

• Follow recipes, check portions, garnish, and present dishes.
• Set up kitchen/workstation and manage orders, storage, and supplies.
• Rotate and store products properly; maintain stock daily.
• Set up, maintain, and clean equipment and machines.
• Ensure hygiene standards and proper waste handling.
• Take instructions from management and verify orders before leaving.

Skills

One year experience

Verbal written communication

Basic mathematical skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Join Our Team as a Cook 2 at Seattle-Tacoma International AirportIf you thrive in a fast-paced food environment and are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, we want to hear from you!Our restaurant portfolio in the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is comprised of brands such as:Ballard Brew Hall, Mi Casa Cantina, Greedy Cow, Pei Wei, Bad Egg, and many more.

Here are a few things you can expect as a Cook at SSP America:

• Follows the recipes, checks the portion of the recipes, the garnishes and present the dishes ordered.
• Have the correct and adequate set up in the kitchen / work station at each shift. This includes making orders, storing, storing all fresh, dry, frozen goods; condiments and supplies.
• Handle, store and rotate the stored products properly.
• In charge of setting up, regular maintenance, cleaning and proper functioning of assigned equipment and machines.
• In charge of the supply of stocks, cutting, and storage of perishable goods every day in order to maintain the quality of the products.
• Put all the utensils used during the shift in its place, clean and tidy up its work place as well as the storage areas (includes refrigerators, freezers), empty, clean and store the bins.
• Practice general and specific cleanings using the appropriate products as indicated by the manager in order to meet hygiene standards.
• Take the instructions from the manager when taking office and take stock with the manager before leaving to make sure everything is in order

Skills and Other Requirements

• One year experience working in food service environment is essential.
• High school diploma, preferred
• Verbal and written communication is essential
• Basic mathematical skills
• Food handlers permit, as required by law
• Brand Certification, as required
• Ability to stand and work in confined spaces for long period of time.
• Medical benefits for employees working 80 + hours per month ($50.00 / month employee cost)
• Prescription, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• SSP 401(k) plan with Employer Matching
• Pension Plan Vacation accrues at 0.03846 per compensable hour worked (40 hours per pay period), subject to seniority-based maximums.
• 8 Paid Holidays (premium pay; Christmas paid at higher premium)
• Paid Sick Leave (1 hour per 30 hours worked; rollover up to 72 hours with end of year cash -out of excess).
• Meal Plan: 50% meal discount for shifts of 5+ hours
• Paid 30-minute meal break for shifts of 5+ hours
• Additional Medical Leave /Extended Leave of Absence

SSP America is an equal opportunity employer. All decisions concerning the employment relationship will be made without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, age, disability, genetic information, or and other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. SSP America will provide reasonable accommodations during the application and interview process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws.