Junior Cook, Tampa Airport

Delaware North; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in hospitality is seeking a passionate Junior Cook to join their dynamic team at Tampa Airport. In this full-time role, you will play a vital part in food preparation, ensuring high-quality standards and exceptional guest experiences. Your responsibilities will include reviewing menus, utilizing kitchen equipment, and maintaining cleanliness in a fast-paced environment. If you thrive in a collaborative kitchen setting and are eager to grow within a company that values its team members, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a legacy of excellence and be part of a team that shapes the future of hospitality.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Employee assistance program

Training and development opportunities

Employee discounts

Flexible work schedules

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation days

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in back-of-house foodservice required.
• Ability to read and comprehend prep sheets and recipes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food according to menus and guest orders.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the workstation.
• Comply with health codes and sanitation regulations.

Skills

Food Preparation

Kitchen Equipment Operation

Basic Math Skills

Recipe Comprehension

Education

Participation in Culinary Program

Tools

Knives

Slicers

Ovens

Grills

Job description

The opportunity

Delaware North Travel is hiring a full-time Junior Cook to join our team at Tampa Airport in Tampa, Florida.

As a Junior Cook, you will be a visible leader in the kitchen, partnering with the management team to deliver food to quality standards.

Pay

$18.00 - $18.00 / hour

Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at our careers page.

What we offer

We care about our team member’s personal and professional well-being. Delaware North provides a benefits package designed to give you the comfort, safety, and security you need to deliver exceptional experiences for our guests. All team members receive benefits including:

• Weekly pay
• Employee assistance program
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee discounts
• Flexible work schedules

Eligible team members may also receive: health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation days and holidays, paid parental bonding leave, and tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement.

What will you do?

• Review menus and guest orders to determine the type and quantities of food to be prepared, properly measure and portion all food items.
• Comply with all portion sizes, quality standards, department rules, policies, and procedures.
• Utilize kitchen equipment to prepare food items such as knives, slicers, whips, pots, pans, warmers, steamers, grills, ovens, etc.
• Ensure proper food temperatures are maintained and food is stored correctly.
• Ensure freshness and quality of all menu items and packages all products to proper specifications.
• Perform opening, closing, and side work duties as instructed and according to proper guidelines.
• Keep workstation, coolers, and equipment clean, organized, sanitized, and sufficiently stocked.
• Follow and uphold all health codes and sanitation regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

More about you

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• At least 2 years of previous experience in a back-of-house foodservice position is required.
• Participation in a culinary program is preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend prep sheets and recipes.
• Basic math skills; ability to understand, calculate and follow recipe measurements and proportions.

Physical requirements

• Manual dexterity sufficient to chop, mix, blend, and whip a variety of foods and liquids.
• Ability to lift and carry large pans from ovens or freezers, weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to handle or operate dangerous kitchen equipment.
• Standing and walking for the entire length of shift.
• Frequently required to reach up to 6-7 feet, twist at the waist, bending and squatting.
• Pushing and pulling occasionally, to move equipment, mops, and brooms.
• Kitchen environment – noise levels may be moderate-to-high.
• Work frequently in variable temperatures.

Shift details

10 hour shift
Weekends

Who we are

Delaware North provides food and beverage at Tampa International Airport. The airport, which serves more than 21 million passengers each year, has an array of dining options for travelers, including local favorites such as RumFish Grill, as well as popular national brands such as Chick-fil-A. Delaware North has operated here since 2016.

Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you’re not just part of a team — you’re part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.

Together, we’re shaping the future of hospitality — come grow with us!

Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.