Travel Center Cook: Grilling, Prep & Growth Opportunity

TravelCenters of America; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; 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, food,

Fuel discounts

Growth opportunities

Job summary

TravelCenters of America is seeking a Cook to join our restaurant team at our travel centers. You will prepare and present quality food to guests and help ensure a warm, efficient dining experience.

You’ll work in a fast-paced environment, perform prep and grill duties, follow safety guidelines, and collaborate with leaders and teammates. Flexible hours including nights, weekends, and some holidays are required.

Qualifications

• Previous food service experience is a plus.
• Strong verbal communication with guests and team members.
• Able to work flexible hours including nights and weekends.

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, set up broiler, fryer and grill stations; prepare products per guest specs and plate guides.
• Complete prep, freezer pull and temperature checklist sheets.
• Practice safe food handling and storage; follow safety guidelines and report unsafe situations.
• Maintain equipment per operating standards.
• Prioritize work according to restaurant and guest needs.
• Build strong communication and rapport with leaders and co-workers.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Good verbal communication skills

Previous food service experience

Flexibility with hours

Job description

TravelCenters of America is seeking a Cook to join our restaurant team at our travel centers. You will prepare and present quality food to guests and help ensure a warm, efficient dining experience.

You’ll work in a fast-paced environment, perform prep and grill duties, follow safety guidelines, and collaborate with leaders and teammates. Flexible hours including nights, weekends, and some holidays are required.