Cook III

OTG; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

OTG is hiring a Cook III at LaGuardia Airport to deliver exceptional guest experiences through precise food preparation and sanitation practices. Ideal candidates will have over 3 years of culinary experience, a strong understanding of kitchen equipment, and be committed to teamwork in a fast-paced environment. Join a dynamic team and benefit from competitive pay, PTO, and health benefits in a thriving hospitality setting.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

PTO

Healthcare benefits

401k match

Qualifications

• 3+ years culinary experience in a fast-paced restaurant.
• Full conversational proficiency in English.
• Ability to lift 35 lbs. or more.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food to OTG specifications and maintain cleanliness.
• Control quality of all food items prepared.
• Develop positive relationships with coworkers to enhance guest satisfaction.

Skills

Culinary skills

Teamwork

Safety and sanitation knowledge

Education

ServSafe certification or equivalent

Tools

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Job description

OTG - LaGuardia Airport, East Elmhurst Queens, NY, Flushing, New York, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Friday, May 23, 2025 at 4:00 AM

YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY IS NOW BOARDING:

Join OTG as a Cook III now at LGA Airport 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.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

PositionSummary:

The Cook III at LGA Airport 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 III will work on the line in one of OTG’s concepts

Be able to prepare the menu items on each station, know how to prepare the station for service

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 ANDEDUCATIONREQUIREMENTS

Must be at least 18 years of age

Must be fully conversational in English

3+ years of culinary experiencein a fast-paced dining restaurant ( demonstrating proficient cooking skills).

Experience on multiple stations in the kitchen required

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

• Pay Rate $21.05 hourly

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.

OTG - LaGuardia Airport, East Elmhurst Queens, NY, Flushing, New York, United States of America