Line Cook

SSP Deutschland GmbH; Hebron Estates (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

SSP America is hiring a Line Cook at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport in Hebron, KY. You will receive food orders, prepare dishes, and maintain an organized kitchen so every item is ready for service.

The role involves following recipes, stocking ingredients, completing opening/closing checklists, and ensuring food quality and safety. The ideal candidate is 18+, has 1 year of food service experience, and communicates clearly in English.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in a food service environment.
• Able to read, speak and understand English to communicate with guests.
• High school diploma preferred.
• Food handlers permit and brand certification as required.

Responsibilities

• Follow recipes and practice portion control to prepare, garnish, and present items.
• Maintain proper and adequate setup of the kitchen/station daily.
• Stock and rotate supplies; ensure product quality and safety.
• Complete opening, on-going, and closing checklists as required.
• Adhere to health standards and general cleaning duties.

Skills

Food service experience

Verbal communication

Written communication

English literacy

Math skills

Food handlers permit

Brand Certification

Education

High school diploma (preferred)

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.