Country Pride Cook
About the role
TravelCenters of America offers a convenient, one-stop shopping experience to our customers. Each location has a plethora of dining options which gives our guests the variety they look for. The Cook is a key member of the restaurant team responsible for preparing and presenting quality food to guests so that we are returning every traveler to the road better than they came!
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
- 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
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Requirements
A dedicated individual who works well with others and is excited to be part of our team!
Previous food service experience a plus
Good verbal communication skills
Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and some holidays
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment
Knowledge of food preparation and service standards
Skills
Attention to detail
Strong organizational and multitasking skills
Customer service orientation
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
401(k) with a company match
Vacation and paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement
A wide variety of discounts on technology, travel, food and fuel
Opportunity for growth and advancement
Pay
$18.63 - 18.63 per hour
Schedule
Flexible hours including nights, weekends and some holidays
Company Information
TravelCenters of America is focused on growing its network of travel centers, implementing cutting edge technology and embarking on innovative alternative energy and sustainability initiatives.
From our locations across the country, to our corporate headquarters in Westlake, Ohio, every team member is a stakeholder in TA’s success.
This environment offers endless career opportunities for individuals interested in sharing their ideas, growing with the company and shaping TA’s future.
Our travel centers serve thousands every day; not one traveler is the same and our team must reflect that. We can "return every traveler to the road better than they came" only by understanding and celebrating individualism.
TravelCenters of America is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, familial status, ancestry, sex, gender, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, handicap, military service or Veteran status, genetic information or membership in any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law.