We’re looking for motivated, engaged people to help make everyone’s journeys better.

A Specialty Cook is responsible for interpreting and producing specialty food and menus to specifications

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Prepares all Specialty Cuisine dishes as per menu specifications and recipesUses Specialty Cuisine cooking equipment, techniques and plate presentationConverts recipes from Specialty Cuisine language back into English for Specialty CuisineProduces classical food items from specifications laid out by airline for Specialty CuisineConverts Specialty Cuisine recipes into large quantities for productionWash's, peels and/or cuts various foods to prepare for cooking or servingCarries food supplies, equipment, and utensils to and from storage and work areasPrepares vegetables, fruits, salads, and foods for cookingMust be able to multi-task in a high-pressure environmentFollows directionsWorks as a member of a teamAdditional duties may be assigned as deemed necessary by management

Qualifications

Education:

Culinary degree and/or cook certification is preferred.

Work Experience:

Expertise in specialty cuisineMust have five (5) years of experience in cooking specialty cuisineExperience in quantity and quality food preparation and kitchen maintenance

Technical Skills: (Certification, Licenses and Registration)

Not applicable

Language / Communication Skills:

Read, write, and follow food specifications and menu guidelinesCommunicate effectively with supervisors and co-workers

Requirements of the Job:

Complies with company policiesCompletes paperwork and related administrative dutiesKnowledge of sanitation requirements in food preparation and storageKnowledge of methods of preparing, cooking and serving foodKnowledge of the uses of kitchen utensils and equipment and the operation thereof Must be skilled with knivesAbility to work under direct supervision and cooperate with other staff personnelAbility to follow oral and written instructionsAbility to assist in the preparation of various foods

Work Environment

Will be exposed to extreme temperature changes and noise.Will work with cleaning solutions, people-safe chemicals and related equipment to thoroughly clean and sanitize food service equipment and facilities.Must be able to lift, push, pull, and move product, equipment and supplies up to fifty (50) pounds.Regularly stands, bends, lifts, and moves intermittently during shifts of 8+ hours.

Demonstrated Values to be Successful in the Position

Employees at gategroup are expected to live our Values of Excellence, Integrity, Passion and Accountability. To demonstrate these Values, we expect to observe the following from everyone:

We treat each other with respect and we act with integrityWe communicate and keep each other informedWe put our heads together to problem solve and deliver excellence as a teamWe have passion for our work and we pay attention to the little detailsWe foster an environment of accountability, take responsibility for our actions and learn from our mistakesWe do what we say we will do, when we say we are going to do itWe care about our coworkers, always taking an opportunity to make someone’s day better

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required.  Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary.  In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

gategroup is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status or other category under applicable law.

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We are accepting applications for this position on an ongoing basis.

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