Prep Cook at the Flight Kitchen, Denver Airport

First Meridian Services; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting pay $21 per hour

Dental and Vision Insurance

Health Insurance

Transportation Benefits (Free RTD Eco-

Job summary

First Meridian Services, Inc. is hiring a Prep Cook at the Flight Kitchen near Denver International Airport. You will prep ingredients, manage prep lists, and help ensure high-quality food to Skyport standards while maintaining a clean, safe workstation.

The role requires a positive attitude, the ability to work under pressure, and prior kitchen experience in a fast-paced environment. Weekend availability is included in shift info and eligible benefits follow company policy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ years restaurant experience preferred.
• ServeSafe certification preferred.

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 kitchen environment.
• Assist in stocking stations with necessary supplies and ingredients.

Skills

Team player

Fast-paced

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Basic math

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

ServeSafe Certification

Job description

Prep Cook at the Flight Kitchen, Denver Airport

About this position

ABOUT US

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 ultimate responsibility of the Flight Kitchen Support Team Member is to assist locations with the prepping of items and supply Grab and Go options. Flight Kitchen Support Team Members are prep cooks who prepare high-quality food to Skyport standards to help create an exceptional guest experience. Our prep cooks are responsible for monitoring ingredient inventory to ensure nothing is running low, managing prep lists, and prepping ingredients for menu items. To succeed in this role, our prep cooks will need to have a positive attitude and the ability to work well under pressure with other members of the team. Previous kitchen experience in a high-volume, fast-paced environment is preferred.

SHIFT INFO:

AM: 6 AM to 2:30 PM. Weekend availability required.

BENEFITS & PERKS:

• Starting Pay : $21 per hour.
• Dental and Vision Insurance : Available after 60 days
• Health Insurance : Available to eligible full-time employees after 1 year
• Transportation Benefits : Free RTD EcoPass or employee parking reimbursement
• 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 Colorado 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
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage and multitask demands for business needs
• Ability to work independently
• 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
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to exercise good judgment
• 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
• 1+ years’ restaurant experience a plus
• ServeSafe 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 Flight Kitchen Support Team Member 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.

Physical Requirements & Frequency

• Bend - Occasionally
• Climb/Crawl - Rarely
• Sit - Rarely
• Kneel - Occasionally
• Squat - Occasionally
• Stand/Walk - Constantly

Mental Requirements & Frequency

• Communicate Orally - Constantly
• Evaluating - Frequently
• Perform Calculations - Regularly
• Read/Comprehend - Regularly
• Reason/Analyze - Regularly
• Write - Occasionally

HIRING PROCESS

Application Deadline : August 12th 2026

This date represents our anticipated application deadline and may be extended based on business needs.

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.