First Cook
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on43347, Butterfield Court, Ashburn Farm, Ashburn, Loudoun County, Virginia, 20147, United States
About the Team
We are gategroup, a global leader in inflight catering and retail solutions. Our mission is to make everyone's journeys better by creating exceptional culinary experiences for travelers around the world. We are looking for motivated and engaged individuals to join our team and help craft the memories that define the travel experience.
About the Role
As a Head Cook, you will be the culinary anchor of our production team. You are responsible for preparing and cooking various food items according to strict recipes while acting as a lead to monitor production quality and efficiency. This role is vital for ensuring that every meal served on board meets our high standards of excellence and integrity.
In this position, you will work as part of a collaborative team, supporting leadership in maintaining sanitation standards and managing inventory. You will handle a variety of fresh ingredients, including seafood, beef, pork, poultry, fruits, and vegetables, while ensuring all equipment is assembled and maintained according to airline specifications. Your attention to detail and passion for food will directly impact the satisfaction of our passengers.
Our Values
At gategroup, we expect every team member to live our core values of Excellence, Integrity, Passion, and Accountability. We treat each other with respect, communicate openly to solve problems, and take ownership of our actions. We foster an environment where we care about our coworkers and always look for opportunities to make someone's day better.
Hiring Process
We are accepting applications for this position on an ongoing basis. Qualified candidates will be considered for the role as they apply.
Equal Opportunity
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 categories protected under applicable law.
Join Us
If you want to be part of a team that helps make travel and culinary memories, join us!
Work location
Work model: On-site
43347, Butterfield Court, Ashburn Farm, Ashburn, Loudoun County, Virginia, 20147, United States
Ashburn, Virginia
Key Responsibilities
- check_circlePrepare and cook various food items according to recipes
- check_circleAssemble equipment according to airline specifications and diagrams
- check_circlePackage and prepare alcoholic beverages for airline flights
- check_circleMonitor team production quality and efficiencies
- check_circleMaintain production areas in compliance with sanitation standards
- check_circleDocument inventory in compliance with requirements
- check_circleMaintain temperature logs for all food items prepared
- check_circleComplete paperwork and related administrative duties
- check_circleConvert recipes to accommodate daily production needs
- check_circleHandle various food products including seafood, meat, and produce
Requirements
- verifiedCulinary degree and/or cook certification preferred
- verifiedAt least 2 years of experience cooking in a high volume institutional catering environment preferred
- verifiedExperience with maintaining temperature logs for all food items prepared
- verifiedRecipe conversion experience required
Nice to Have
Culinary degree and/or cook certification. At least 2 years of experience cooking in a high volume institutional catering environment.
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Culinary Degree, Cook Certification, Recipe Conversion, Temperature Logs.
Education: Culinary degree or cook certification is preferred.
Frequently asked questions about First Cook at gategroup
What does a First Cook at gategroup do?expand_more
A First Cook at gategroup is responsible for the following: Prepare and cook various food items according to recipes; Assemble equipment according to airline specifications and diagrams; Package and prepare alcoholic beverages for airline flights; and Monitor team production quality and efficiencies.
What are the requirements for this First Cook role?expand_more
gategroup is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Culinary degree and/or cook certification preferred; At least 2 years of experience cooking in a high volume institutional catering environment preferred; Experience with maintaining temperature logs for all food items prepared; and Recipe conversion experience required.
Where is the First Cook role at gategroup located?expand_more
First Cook at gategroup is based in 43347, Butterfield Court, Ashburn Farm, Ashburn, Loudoun County, Virginia, 20147, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this First Cook job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
gategroup has listed this First Cook role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this First Cook role?expand_more
First Cook at gategroup typically requires 2+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
What skills do you need for the First Cook role at gategroup?expand_more
Key skills for First Cook at gategroup include Culinary Degree; Cook Certification; Recipe Conversion; and Temperature Logs.
What education is required for First Cook at gategroup?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: Culinary degree or cook certification is preferred.
What category does the First Cook role belong to?expand_more
First Cook at gategroup is part of the hospitality & catering job category on Recrutus.