Job Skills and Qualifications:

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English & possess basic math skills
• Must be able to interpret and comprehend Menu Specifications
• Must be able to walk/stoop/bend/stand for entire work shift
• Able to prepare stocks, sauces and other food items using standard recipes
• Able to use various kitchen equipment (i.e. ovens, steamers, grills, deep fryers
• Knowledge of various knives and cutlery as well as their specific uses; good knife skills and practices
• Previous working experience in large commercial kitchen: hotel, commissary, high level restaurant (a plus)
• Practices good personal and food hygiene; understanding of HACCP & USDA Ability to prepare complex recipes.
• Professional appearance and attitude
• Good attention to detail and organizational skills
• Can work in an environment with varying temperatures
• Can do moderate to heavy lifting

Principal Responsibilities:

• Assumes responsibility for efficiently and effectively preparing hot food items for domestic flights.
• Cook food from raw to finished state
• Prepares hot food promptly and in compliance with kitchen ready times and flight schedules.
• Cooks a variety of main course (Sauces, Proteins, Starches and Vegetables) items involving long preparation times.
• Assumes responsibility for quality of meals prepared and complies with meal specifications required by airlines.
• Follows airline specification when preparing all food items.
• Works in accordance with FDA and HACCP food handling standards.
• Assist with menu presentation.
• Assist Food Production personnel as needed.
• Assumes other related duties as required.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must have excellent communications skills, both written and oral.
• Must have ability to work under pressure while maintaining composure.
• Must be a team player, with ability to work flexible schedule