Line Cook

SSP Group; Hebron Estates (KY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

SSP America in Hebron, KY seeks a Line Cook to prepare dishes, follow recipes, and maintain kitchen setup for shift readiness. You will handle food prep, stocking, cleaning, and safe equipment use in a fast-paced Back of House role.

Ideal candidates are 18+, with at least 1 year in food service, ability to read and communicate in English, and basic math skills. HS diploma preferred; food handlers permit may be required. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• 18+ years old
• At least 1 year experience in food service
• High school diploma preferred
• Verbal and written communication is essential
• Ability to read, speak, and understand English to communicate with guests and take orders
• Basic mathematical skills
• Food handlers permit, as required by law
• Brand Certification, as required
• Ability to stand and work in confined spaces for long periods

Responsibilities

• Follow recipes and practice portion control to prepare, garnish, and present items
• Maintain proper set-up of the kitchen/station daily
• Requisition and stock all required food, paper products, and condiments
• Handle, store, and rotate products properly
• Set up, maintain, clean, and break down machinery/equipment
• Maintain stock, cutting, and storage of perishables daily
• Complete opening, ongoing, and closing checklists
• Ensure quality of products served
• Perform general cleaning tasks per supervisor instructions
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Teamwork

Food service experience

English proficiency

Verbal communication

Job description

SSP America operates several restaurants throughout the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport located in Hebron, KY,

At SSP America, our Line Cooks have the important role of receiving food orders, preparing delicious dishes for our guests, properly setting up the kitchen so every Expert has the product and tools easily accessible during their shift. Our Line Cooks love working in the Back of House.

Here are a few things you can expect when you join our team as a Line Cook

• Follow all recipes and practice portion control to prepare, garnish, and present ordered items
• Maintain proper and adequate set-up of the kitchen/station on a daily basis
• Requisitioning and stocking of all required food, paper products, and condiments
• Handles, stores, and rotates all products properly
• Responsible for set-up, regular maintenance, cleaning, and breakdown of any machinery and equipment
• Responsible for maintaining stock, cutting, and storage of all perishables daily to ensure product quality
• Complete opening, on-going, and closing checklists as required
• Takes responsibility for quality of products served
• Perform general and specific cleaning tasks using standard cleaning products as assigned by supervisor to adhere to health standards
• Other duties as assigned

The ideal candidate for this position has:

• At least 18 years old
• One year experience working in food service environment
• High school diploma, preferred
• Verbal and written communication is essential
• Ability to read, speak, and understand the English language in order to communicate with guests and take orders
• Basic mathematical skills
• Food handlers permit, as required by law
• Brand Certification, as required
• Ability to stand and work in confined spaces for long period of time.

SSP America is an equal opportunity employer. All decisions concerning the employment relationship will be made without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, age, disability, genetic information, or and other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. SSP America will provide reasonable accommodations during the application and interview process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws.