Cook at Travel Center: Prep, Grill & Guest Delight

TravelCenters of America; Big Spring (KY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision and life insur

401(k) with a company match

Vacation and paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

On-site meal discounts

Discounts on technology, travel, food,

Opportunities for growth and advanced

Job summary

TravelCenters of America is hiring a Cook to join our restaurant team. You will prepare and present quality food for guests, follow plate presentation guides, and support a safe, enjoyable dining experience for travelers.

This role emphasizes teamwork, customer service, and adherence to safety standards. Ideal candidates bring some food service experience, strong verbal communication, and the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• A dedicated individual who works well with others and is excited to be part of our team.
• Previous food service experience a plus
• Good verbal communication skills
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and some holidays

Responsibilities

• Work in a fun, trusting environment focused on great customer service
• Perform prep cook tasks such as washing, chopping, and sorting ingredients
• Perform grill cook tasks, such as setting up broiler, fryer and grill stations according to the line check sheets. Prepare all products to the specifications requested by guests and follow plate presentation guides
• Complete prep, freezer pull and temperature checklist sheets
• Practice safe food handling and storage as well as waste control procedures; Know and follow safety guidelines and report potentially unsafe situations caused by team members and customers
• Maintain equipment per operating standards
• Prioritize your work according to the restaurant and guest needs
• Build strong communication and rapport with leaders and co-workers
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Skills

Good verbal communication

Team player

Job description

TravelCenters of America is hiring a Cook to join our restaurant team. You will prepare and present quality food for guests, follow plate presentation guides, and support a safe, enjoyable dining experience for travelers.

This role emphasizes teamwork, customer service, and adherence to safety standards. Ideal candidates bring some food service experience, strong verbal communication, and the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.