Kitchen Cook — Flexible Hours & Growth

TravelCenters of America; Breezewood (PA); On-site; USD 19,286 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision and life ins.

401(k) with company match

Vacation and paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

On-site meal discounts

Discounts on technology, travel, food,

Discounts on fuel

Opportunity for growth and advancement

Job summary

TravelCenters of America is seeking a Cook to join our restaurant team at a Travel Center location. You will prepare and present quality food for guests, with emphasis on consistent plate presentation and food safety. The role requires flexibility for nights, weekends, and holidays, and offers growth opportunities within TA’s network.

The position emphasizes teamwork, strong communication with leaders and peers, and adherence to guest service standards as part of daily kitchen operations.

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, such as setting up broiler, fryer and grill stations according to the line check sheets.
• Prepare all products to the specifications requested by guests 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; Know and follow safety guidelines and report potentially unsafe situations caused by team members and customers
• 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

Verbal communication

Job description

TravelCenters of America is seeking a Cook to join our restaurant team at a Travel Center location. You will prepare and present quality food for guests, with emphasis on consistent plate presentation and food safety. The role requires flexibility for nights, weekends, and holidays, and offers growth opportunities within TA’s network.

The position emphasizes teamwork, strong communication with leaders and peers, and adherence to guest service standards as part of daily kitchen operations.