Prep Cook at Aviator's

First Meridian Services; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting pay

Dental & Vision

Health Insurance

Additional benefits

Employee discount

Paid leave

Training & development

Job summary

First Meridian Services is seeking a Prep Cook to support the kitchen team by preparing ingredients and maintaining a clean, organized workspace at our airport facilities. Duties include washing, chopping, portioning, and ensuring ingredients are ready for service, while following food-safety guidelines.

The role requires the ability to work in a fast-paced setting, teamwork, and attention to detail. Benefits include competitive starting pay and health, dental, & vision options after waiting

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
• 1+ years’ experience as a cook/prep cook in a full-service restaurant.
• ServSafe Certified is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients for cooking, including washing, peeling, chopping, and slicing.
• Measure and assemble ingredients for menu items following recipes and specifications.
• Portion and package prepared ingredients for use during service.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including kitchen equipment and utensils.
• Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines to ensure a safe and hygienic kitchen environment.
• Assist in setting up and stocking stations with necessary supplies and ingredients.
• Label and store all ingredients properly, ensuring freshness and minimizing waste.
• Operate kitchen equipment such as slicers, mixers, and blenders safely and efficiently.
• Assist cooks and chefs with various tasks as needed, including basic cooking and dish assembly.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate shortages to kitchen management.
• Assist in receiving and storing deliveries, ensuring proper storage procedures are followed.
• Participate in the cleaning and maintenance of kitchen equipment and utensils.
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations, including proper use of personal protective equipment.
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude while working in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Guest experience

Team player

Fast-paced

Dependable

Flexible shifts

Policy compliance

Communication skills

Basic math

Background check

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ServSafe Certification

1+ years cooking/prep cook experience

Job description

About this position

ABOUT FIRST MERIDIAN SERVICES

At First Meridian Services, Inc., our team members are our greatest asset. We are committed to building a workplace that excites, rewards, and supports you—one where passionate, professional, and knowledgeable individuals can grow and thrive. We are constantly seeking great people who will make us even greater.

As you get to know our culture and mission, we hope you’ll take full advantage of the opportunities to enhance your profession and contribute to our shared goals. We believe in creating a rewarding environment where you can build a long and successful career. Welcome to First Meridian Services—where your future takes flight.

SUMMARY

The Prep Cook plays an essential role in supporting the kitchen team by preparing ingredients and maintaining a clean, organized work environment. Responsibilities include washing, chopping, and portioning ingredients, following food safety and sanitation guidelines, and assisting with basic cooking tasks. The Prep Cook ensures that all ingredients are prepared and ready for use during service, contributing to the efficiency and smooth operation of the kitchen.

SHIFTS

BENEFITS & PERKS

• Starting Pay : $21 to $24 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Available after 60 days
• Health Insurance : Available to eligible full-time employees after 1 year
• Additional Benefits: EAP, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Life Insurance options
• Employee Discount : Available at Skyport restaurant and retail locations
• Paid Leave : Provided in accordance with applicable state and federal laws
• Supportive team environment with training and professional development opportunities

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare ingredients for cooking, including washing, peeling, chopping, and slicing.
• Measure and assemble ingredients for menu items following recipes and specifications.
• Portion and package prepared ingredients for use during service.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including kitchen equipment and utensils.
• Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines to ensure a safe and hygienic kitchen environment.
• Assist in setting up and stocking stations with necessary supplies and ingredients.
• Label and store all ingredients properly, ensuring freshness and minimizing waste.
• Operate kitchen equipment such as slicers, mixers, and blenders safely and efficiently.
• Assist cooks and chefs with various tasks as needed, including basic cooking and dish assembly.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate shortages to kitchen management.
• Assist in receiving and storing deliveries, ensuring proper storage procedures are followed.
• Participate in the cleaning and maintenance of kitchen equipment and utensils.
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations, including proper use of personal protective equipment.
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude while working in a fast-paced environment.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Genuine interest in providing a positive guest experience
• Ability to work well with others and support a positive work environment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Dependable
• Flexible to work nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to follow all guidelines and procedures set forth by FMS/Skyport, brand partners, airport, federal, state, and local employment regulations
• Strong communication skills and ability to handle stressful situations
• Ability to use basic math; e.g., addition, subtraction, and basic fractions.
• Must successfully complete required airport security and background screening, including a federal background check.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
• 1+ years’ experience as a cook/prep cook in a full-service restaurant
• ServSafe Certified a plus

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Airport: This position operates in a climate-controlled international airport environment. The temperature, volume of noise, and exposure to the public is outside the control of First Meridian Services, Inc. The position requires use of public spaces as provided by the airport.

Restaurant: This position may require frequent exposure to a restaurant or retail operation environment. Regular exposure to varying temperatures (hot/cold/freezing), fumes, vapors, industrial restaurant equipment, noise, and guests will be a common occurrence.

The nature of restaurant work requires the Prep Cook to possess certain physical abilities. Those listed here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform this job. Most of the workday is spent standing or walking and working in close proximity to others. Eye-hand coordination, depth perception, finger dexterity, and functional vision and speech perception are required. Some bending, crouching, pushing/pulling and lifting/lowering of 20-50 lbs. Some repetitive motions with hands, wrists, or arms. Must be able to operate all equipment used in the restaurant. Some exposure to skin irritants, electrical equipment, and sharp instruments. Risk to these exposures is minimized by strict adherence to company standards, policies and procedures.

Frequency of Physical Requirements
Bend: Occasionally
Climb/Crawl: Occasionally
Sit: Rarely
Kneel: Occasionally
Squat: Occasionally
Stand/Walk: Constantly
Frequency of Mental Requirements
Communicate Orally: Constantly
Evaluating: Occasionally
Perform Calculations: Occasionally
Read/Comprehend: Regularly
Reason/Analyze: Occasionally
Write: Rarely

HIRING PROCESS

Internal Applicants: Current First Meridian Services employees must meet applicable internal transfer eligibility requirements to be considered for this opportunity. Generally, employees must have been in their current position for at least six months and have no disciplinary documentation within the previous six months. Please get in touch with your manager or HR with questions regarding eligibility.

First Meridian is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or protected veteran status.

First Meridian Services utilizes E-Verify to confirm work eligibility within the US.