Cook - $23 per HOUR

HMSHost is a globally recognized leader in providing food and beverage services in travel venues including airports, highways, and other travel locations. Founded with a dedication to exceptional customer service and operational excellence, HMSHost has established a reputation for enhancing the travel experience by offering diverse dining choices and quality hospitality. The company boasts a rich heritage supported by innovative concepts and a commitment to sustainability, making it a top employer in the hospitality sector. Known for fostering a positive work environment, HMSHost provides its employees with opportunities to grow through comprehensive training programs, career advancement pathways, and competitive benefits. As a large-scale hospitality service provider, HMSHost serves millions of customers annually across multiple locations, delivering outstanding service and food quality. The role of Cook at HMSHost is a pivotal position responsible for the preparation and cooking of food items adhering to strict quality and safety standards. This non-exempt position requires hands-on skills in various kitchen functions including frying, griddling, pantry preparation, and egg cooking. The Cook must follow detailed recipes and product directions to prepare a wide range of menu items such as soups, meats, vegetables, and desserts while ensuring presentation and taste quality meet HMSHost's high standards. In addition to food preparation, this role requires cleanliness and sanitation of workstations and kitchen equipment in compliance with HACCP and food safety regulations. Communication is also a key aspect of this position, requiring coordination with the manager on duty and servers to manage ticket times and address any potential cooking issues promptly. The Cook will work in a dynamic, high-volume environment, focusing on delivering exceptional food service efficiently and safely. The position offers comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, holiday pay, meal and transportation benefits, 401(k) retirement plan with company match, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance programs, and exciting career growth opportunities. HMSHost values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing a supportive, inclusive, and drug-free workplace where employees can thrive and build rewarding careers.

• Requires food preparation skills and knowledge of HACCP standards
• Requires a minimum of 1 year of closely related cooking experience
• Requires food knowledge pertaining to soups, saute, broiler, fry, and pantry
• Requires the ability to speak, read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence and policy documents, as well as converse comfortably with customers
• Requires the ability to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds
• Requires the ability to bend, twist, and stand to perform normal job functions
• Frequently immerses hands in water and water diluted with chemical solutions
• Frequently works with sharp knives, utensils, and hot plates
• Frequently works in hot environment