Cook - Fresh Prep & Grill Pro (Growth & Benefits)

TravelCenters of America; De Forest (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Vacation and paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

On-site meal discounts

Discounts on technology, travel, food,

Fuel discounts

Growth opportunities

Job summary

TravelCenters of America is seeking a Cook to join our travel centers, responsible for preparing and presenting quality food to guests so they return traveling with confidence.

You will work in a fast-paced, customer-centric environment performing prep and grill duties, following plate presentation guides and safety standards, with teamwork and strong communication with leaders and co-workers. Flexible hours including nights, weekends, and some holidays are required.

Qualifications

• 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 and set up broiler, fryer and grill stations per line check sheets; prepare products to guest specifications 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; follow safety guidelines and report unsafe situations
• 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

Food service experience

Good verbal communication

Flexible hours

Job description

TravelCenters of America is seeking a Cook to join our travel centers, responsible for preparing and presenting quality food to guests so they return traveling with confidence.

You will work in a fast-paced, customer-centric environment performing prep and grill duties, following plate presentation guides and safety standards, with teamwork and strong communication with leaders and co-workers. Flexible hours including nights, weekends, and some holidays are required.