Cook I - BOH

OTG Experience, LLC; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading hospitality company as a Cook I at Newark Liberty International Airport, where you'll deliver exceptional guest experiences by preparing high-quality food in a fast-paced environment. This position offers competitive compensation, benefits, and the opportunity to work in a dynamic team atmosphere, essential for achieving culinary excellence.

Benefits

Healthcare

401(k) match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• 1-2 years of culinary experience in a fast-paced environment.
• ServSafe Certification or equivalent required within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food to OTG specifications regarding temperature and portion.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas.
• Support the back of house by prepping ingredients.

Skills

Cooking Procedures

Safety and Sanitation

Team Player

Communication Skills

Job description

Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, New Jersey, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 4:00 AM

Pay rate: $19.75 per hour

YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY IS NOW BOARDING:

Join OTG as a Cook I at [EWR] and drive a new type of hospitality. Explore career opportunities in a unique hospitality environment with competitive compensation and benefits, including PTO, healthcare, and a 401(k) match.

WHAT IS OTG?

OTG has revolutionized the hospitality industry by pushing the boundaries of excellence. With over 300 in-terminal dining and retail locations across 11 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. Our people drive our experiences, so we offer some of the industry's best compensation and benefits.

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:

• Work in OTG’s prep kitchens and/or on the line of OTG’s fast-casual concepts.
• Support the back of house (BOH) by prepping ingredients for the lines.
• Prepare food to the correct temperature, with proper portioning and consistent presentation according to OTG specifications.
• Control the quality of all food items prepared to OTG standards.
• Maintain organization, cleanliness, and sanitation of work areas and equipment.
• Operate kitchen equipment such as stoves, ovens, broilers, slicers, steamers, kettles, etc.
• Ensure personal appearance is clean and professional.
• Develop positive working relationships and work towards guest satisfaction.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be fully conversational in English.
• 1-2 years of culinary experience in a fast-paced restaurant, demonstrating entry-level cooking skills such as prepping, grilling, frying, etc.
• Must obtain ServSafe Certification or equivalent within 30 days of hire.
• Knowledge of cooking procedures, safety, and sanitation.
• Able to lift 35 lbs. or more.
• Supportive team player with good communication skills.
• Able to stand for extended periods, and capable of stooping, kneeling, and crouching.
• Flexible to work varied hours/days, including nights, weekends, holidays, and in bad weather.

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