Roadside Cook: Grill, Prep & Fast Service

TravelCenters of America; De Forest (MN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Vacation and paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

On-site meal discounts

Discounts on technology, travel, fuel

Growth opportunities

Job summary

TravelCenters of America is hiring a Cook to join our restaurant team. The role involves preparing and presenting quality food, performing prep and grill duties, and following safety and plate presentation guidelines.

You will support guest satisfaction and work with leaders and coworkers to maintain high standards. The position emphasizes flexible hours, good communication, and teamwork, with benefits including health coverage and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Previous food service experience a plus.
• Good verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and some holidays.

Responsibilities

• Work in a fun, trusting environment focused on great customer service.
• Perform prep cook tasks such as washing, chopping, and sorting ingredients.
• Perform grill cook tasks, such as setting up broiler, fryer and grill stations according to the line check sheets.
• Prepare all products to the specifications requested by guests and follow plate presentation guides.
• Complete prep, freezer pull and temperature checklist sheets.
• Practice safe food handling and storage as well as waste control procedures; report unsafe situations.
• Maintain equipment per operating standards.
• Prioritize your work according to the restaurant and guest needs.
• Build strong communication and rapport with leaders and co-workers.

Job description

TravelCenters of America is hiring a Cook to join our restaurant team. The role involves preparing and presenting quality food, performing prep and grill duties, and following safety and plate presentation guidelines.

You will support guest satisfaction and work with leaders and coworkers to maintain high standards. The position emphasizes flexible hours, good communication, and teamwork, with benefits including health coverage and retirement options.