Cook I - BOH

OTG; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

OTG is seeking a Cook I to deliver exceptional guest experiences at EWR. You’ll prepare food according to OTG's specifications while ensuring cleanliness and teamwork in a fast-paced environment. Join us to realize your potential in hospitality, supported by competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

PTO

Healthcare

401k match

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• 1 to 2 years of culinary experience in a fast-paced restaurant.
• Able to lift 35 lbs. or more.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food to the correct temperature and portion sizes.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas.
• Develop positive working relationships with team members.

Skills

Cooking Procedures

Safety and Sanitation

Teamwork

Education

ServSafe Certification

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Job description

EWR pay rate-$19.75per hour

YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY IS NOW BOARDING:

Join OTG as a Cook I now at [EWR] and drive a new type of hospitality. Explore career opportunities in a unique hospitality environment with some of the industry's best compensation and benefits, including PTO, Healthcare, and a competitive 401k match.

WHAT IS OTG?

OTG has revolutionized the hospitality industry by pushing the boundaries of excellence. With more than 300 in-terminal dining and retail locations across 1 1 airports, OTG , and its 4 ,000+ Crewmembers, serve millions of travelers each year.

WHY OTG?

By joining our team, you’ll discover endless opportunities to explore, learn and realize your greatest potential in some of the most exciting hospitality environments around. Our people drive our experiences, so we offer our crewmembers some of the best compensation and benefits in the industry.

We transform airport experiences. You drive it.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Position Summary:

The Cook I at [EWR] is responsible for delivering the OTG guest experience. The ability to prepare food to the correct temperature, portion , and plating specifications while maintaining a clean and sanitized area, is critical to success in this role.

Responsibilities:

• An OTG Cook I will work in OTG’s prep kitchens and/or on the line of one of OTG’s fast-casual concepts

• Support the BOH by prepping many of the ingredients for the BOH lines

• Prepare food to the correct temperature each time, portion sizing and plating with identical contents and appearance for consistent presentation according to OTG specifications

• Responsible for controlling the quality of all food items prepared to OTG specifications and restaurant directions

• Maintain organization, cleanliness, and sanitation of work areas and equipment

• Knowledge of operating all kitchen equipment (i.e., stoves, ovens, broilers, slicers, steamers, kettles, etc.)

• Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional

• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others and work toward the goal of guest satisfaction

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age

• Must be fully conversational in English

• 1 to 2 years of culinary experience in a fast-paced restaurant ( demonstrating entry-level cooking skills: prepping , grilling, frying, etc.)

• Must successfully obtain ServSafe Certification or equivalent within 30 days of being hired

• Knowledge of cooking procedures, safety, and sanitation

• Able to lift 35 lbs. or more

• Supporting other cooks and working in a team environment

• Must be mobile and able to stand for extended periods, stoop, kneel, and crouch

• Must be available to work varied hours/days, including nights, weekends, holidays, and bad weather conditions--must be flexible

OTG Concessions Management, LLC and its subsidiaries and affiliates are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability status, gender identity, Veteran status , or any other basis protected by law.