Line Cook - Quick Hire!

SSP America is a premier global operator of food and beverage outlets in travel locations. With a focus on delivering quality dining experiences across airports, train stations, and other travel venues, SSP America combines variety, innovation, and convenience to serve millions of customers every year. The company prides itself on fostering a welcoming work environment that offers full benefits, competitive wages, and opportunities for career growth. SSP America emphasizes immediate hiring, ensuring that motivated individuals can quickly join their talented teams. This culture of inclusiveness and professional development positions SSP America as an employer of choice in the food service industry. The role of a Line Cook at SSP America is an essential part of the culinary team, responsible for preparing delicious meals while maintaining kitchen efficiency and organization. At $18.00 per hour, this full-time position not only offers competitive pay but also full benefits, underpinning SSP America's commitment to employee well-being. Line Cooks play a key role in the 'Back of House' operations, actively contributing to the successful delivery of high-quality dishes that exceed guest expectations. Responsibilities include following precise recipes, ensuring proper portion control, and maintaining impeccable kitchen stations stocked and ready for operation throughout each shift. Line Cooks also oversee the proper handling, storage, and rotation of all food products to uphold safety standards and food quality. Beyond food preparation, this role requires responsibility for regular equipment maintenance, cleaning, and adhering to stringent health standards. Maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the kitchen is critical to delivering outstanding food services and meeting regulatory requirements. SSP America values team members who are proactive and detail-oriented, as Line Cooks perform opening, ongoing, and closing checklists to guarantee kitchen readiness at all times. This position is ideal for individuals passionate about food service who thrive in fast-paced environments and take pride in their culinary craftsmanship. Additionally, SSP America supports employee growth by offering career advancement opportunities. Learning and development initiatives abound for Line Cooks aiming to expand their culinary skills or move into supervisory roles. The company promotes a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees, regardless of background, receive equal opportunities to succeed. Core to this role is effective communication with team members and supervisors, ensuring a smooth workflow and consistent adherence to brand standards and customer service excellence. The position requires candidates who can stand long hours, perform physical tasks in confined kitchen spaces, and comply with health and safety mandates, such as possessing a food handler's permit and brand certification when applicable. Joining SSP America as a Line Cook means becoming part of a dynamic team committed to culinary excellence and operational efficiency in the vibrant food service industry within travel locations. Those hired immediately will benefit from not only competitive pay and full benefits but an inviting company culture focused on career growth and employee satisfaction. SSP America’s commitment to diversity, accommodation, and equal employment opportunity further enhances its appeal as a rewarding workplace for food service professionals.

• one year experience working in food service environment
• high school diploma, preferred
• verbal and written communication is essential
• ability to read, speak, and understand the English language in order to communicate with guests and take orders
• basic mathematical skills
• food handlers permit, as required by law
• brand certification, as required
• ability to stand and work in confined spaces for long period of time