Cook - EWR

OTG; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

OTG at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is seeking a Cook to join our airport dining team. You will prepare menu items across stations, maintain cleanliness, and support fast-paced service.

The role requires at least 2 years in a high-volume kitchen, ability to lift 35 lbs, and a ServSafe certification within 30 days. We value teamwork, safety, and quality guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication.
• 2+ years of culinary experience in high-volume or multi-unit environments.
• Experience across multiple stations (meat, fish, pizza, pasta, garde manger).
• SERV Safe certification or equivalent within 30 days of hire.
• Knowledge of cooking techniques, safety, and sanitation.
• Able to lift 35 lbs or more.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items for respective stations, ensuring ingredients are prepped, portioned, and accessible for service.
• Follow OTG specifications and restaurant directions, controlling the quality of all food items prepared and served.
• Maintain organization, cleanliness, and sanitation of work areas and equipment, ensuring health and safety compliance.
• Operate all kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ensure uniform and professional appearance reflecting OTG standards.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with team members.
• Assist in training new kitchen staff on procedures and safety.
• Monitor inventory levels and notify management of shortages.
• Respond promptly to guest inquiries and feedback during service.
• Engage in continuous learning to enhance culinary skills.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

English proficiency

Culinary experience

Food safety awareness

Job description

Job Title: Cook

Location: EWR

Compensation: 22$ AND UP

Reports to: Manager

Who We Are

On the Go has elevated the dining and retail experience for travelers by bringing together world-class hospitality, award-winning dining concepts, and forward-thinking technology. With more than 300 unique dining and retail locations across North America’s busiest airports, we’re fueled by a passion for creating exceptional guest experiences—made possible every day by our incredible Crewmembers. At On the Go, people truly come first. We invest in our teams, and foster growth in an exciting, fast-paced environment where everyone can shine.

How We Do Business

How we work is just as meaningful as what we accomplish. Our Values—Care, Continuous Improvement, Quality, and Teamwork—guide the way we show up for our guests and for each other. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive, safe, and uplifting workplace where people feel respected, empowered, and encouraged to bring their full selves to work.

Why This Job Is a Big Deal!

This role requires the ability to consistently prepare food to precise temperature,portion, and plating standards, while working with urgency and upholding strict cleanliness and sanitation protocols. OTG leaders work closely with cooks to ensure clarity around expectations and goals, while actively supporting skill development and career progression.

In this Role you will…

• Prepare menu items for respective stations, ensuring all ingredients are prepped, portioned, and accessible for smooth service.


• Follow and adhere to OTG specifications and restaurant directions, controlling the quality of all food items prepared and served.


• Maintain organization, cleanliness, and sanitation of work areas and equipment, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.


• Operate all kitchen equipment efficiently and safely, including knives, stoves, ovens, broilers, slicers, steamers, and kettles.


• Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional, reflecting the standards of OTG.


• Develop andmaintainpositive working relationships with team members, fostering a collaborative environment focused on guest satisfaction.


• Assistin training new kitchen staff in procedures, safety protocols, and food preparation techniques.


• Monitor inventory levels of ingredients and supplies, notifying management of any shortages to ensure uninterrupted service.


• Respond promptly to guest inquiries and feedback during service, ensuring a high level of guest satisfaction.


• Engage in continuous learning and development of culinary skills to enhance personal and team performance.


• Perform other duties as assigned by the leadership team.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.


• Mustpossessexceptional written and verbal communication skills in English.


• 2+ years of culinary experiencein a high-volume, full service or multi-unit environment preferred.


• Experience working in a variety of stations; meat, fish, pizza, pasta,gardemanger etc.


• Mustsuccessfully obtainSERV Safecertification or equivalent within30 daysof being hired, offered by OTG.


• Knowledge of cooking techniques, safety, and sanitation.


• Able to lift 35 lbs. or more.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)