Prep Cook, Buffalo Airport

Delaware North; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Delaware North is seeking a full-time Prep Cook for Buffalo Airport. The role involves preparing food, maintaining health standards, and supporting kitchen operations in a fast-paced environment. Join a passionate team dedicated to delivering excellent dining experiences for travelers.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Employee assistance program

Training and development opportunities

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Ability to read and comprehend prep sheets and follow instructions.
• Capacity to use kitchen tools safely, including knives and small equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food to specifications before and during unit operations.
• Uphold all health codes and sanitation regulations.
• Perform opening, closing, and side work duties.

Skills

Comprehension of prep sheets

Safe use of kitchen tools

Job description

The opportunity

Delaware North Travel is hiring a full-time Prep Cook to join our team at Buffalo Airport in Buffalo, New York. If you are ready to coordinate multiple orders on demand and be part of a fast-paced kitchen that values teamwork and excellence, join our passionate team and contribute to the seamless execution of our culinary offerings.

Shift: 4am-12:30pm

Pay

$17.32 - $17.32 / hour

Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/whatweoffer.

What we offer

We care about our team member’s personal and professional well-being. Delaware North provides a benefits package designed to give you the comfort, safety, and security you need to deliver exceptional experiences for our guests. All team members receive benefits including:

• Weekly pay
• Employee assistance program
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee discounts

Eligible team members may also receive: health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation days and holidays, paid parental bonding leave, and tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement.

What will you do?

• Prepare food to specifications before and during unit operations, complying with all portion sizes, quality standards, department rules, policies, and procedures, and label, date, and wrap food products by ServSafe procedures
• Communicate with the chef for any instructions or training
• Uphold all health codes and sanitation regulations and follow all safety, security, and kitchen procedures
• Maintains food, utensils, and equipment in a clean and orderly manner
• Perform opening, closing, and side work duties and end-of-day inventory following guidelines

More about you

• Ability to read and comprehend prep sheets and follow instructions
• Capacity to use kitchen tools safely, including knives and small equipment ware

Physical requirements

• Must be able to lift 20 lbs or more, as well as stand and bend for long periods of time
• Manual ability to chop, mix, blend, whip a variety of foods and liquids and operate kitchen equipment
• Exposed to variable temperatures

Shift details

Day shift
Evening shift
Holidays
Weekends

Who we are

Serving Buffalo fliers since 1952, Delaware North provides food, beverage, and retail services at Buffalo Niagara International Airport. An array of local and national brands and restaurants are part of the airport’s award-winning traveler experience including the Anchor Bar, Tim Hortons, Bocce Club, and Burger FI.

Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you’re not just part of a team — you’re part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.

Who says you can’t love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you’re interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we’re invested in helping you achieve your career goals.

Together, we’re shaping the future of hospitality — come grow with us!

Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.