Job Information
Delaware North Lead Line Cook, New Orleans Airport in Kenner, Louisiana
The Opportunity
Delaware North Travel is hiring a full-time Lead Line Cook to join our team at New Orleans Airport in Kenner, Louisiana. As a Lead Line Cook, you will be a visible leader in the kitchen, partnering with the management team to deliver food to quality standards.
Pay
$17.06 - $17.06 / hour
Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/whatweoffer .
Benefits
We care about our team member’s personal and professional well-being. Delaware North provides a benefits package designed to give you the comfort, safety, and security you need to deliver exceptional experiences for our guests. All team members receive benefits including:
Weekly pay
Employee assistance program
Training and development opportunities
Employee discounts
Eligible team members may also receive: health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation days and holidays, paid parental bonding leave, and tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement.
Responsibilities
Review menus and guest orders to determine the type and quantities of food to be prepared, properly measure and portion all food items.
Comply with all portion sizes, quality standards, department rules, policies, and procedures.
Utilize kitchen equipment to prepare food items such as knives, slicers, whips, pots, pans, warmers, steamers, grills, ovens, etc.
Ensure proper food temperatures are maintained and food is stored correctly.
Ensure freshness and quality of all menu items and packages all products to proper specifications.
Perform opening, closing, and side work duties as instructed and according to proper guidelines.
Keep workstation, coolers, and equipment clean, organized, sanitized, and sufficiently stocked.
Follow and uphold all health codes and sanitation regulations.
Performs other duties assigned.
Qualifications
At least 2 years of previous experience in a back-of-house foodservice position is required.
Participation in a culinary program is preferred.
Ability to read and comprehend prep sheets and recipes.
Basic math skills; ability to understand, calculate and follow recipe measurements and proportions.
This position requires the team member to complete and pass a background check.
Physical Requirements
Manual dexterity sufficient to chop, mix, blend, and whip a variety of foods and liquids.
Ability to lift and carry large pans from ovens or freezers, weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to handle or operate dangerous kitchen equipment.
Standing and walking for the entire length of shift.
Frequently required to reach up to 6-7 feet, twist at the waist, bending and squatting
Pushing and pulling occasionally, to move equipment, mops, and brooms.
Kitchen environment – noise levels may be moderate-to-high.
Works frequently in a hot and damp environment.
Shift Details
Evening shift
Weekends
Holidays
8 hour shift
10 hour shift
Who We Are
For more than 35 years, Delaware North has provided hospitality services at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. Travelers can expect an authentic taste of The Big Easy with dining options including Folse Market, Leah's Kitchen, and Ye Old College Inn.
At Delaware North, you’ll love where you work, who you work with, and how your day unfolds. Whether it’s in sporting venues, casinos, airports, national parks, iconic hotels, or premier restaurants, there’s no telling where your career can ultimately take you. We empower you to do great work in a company with 100 years of success, stability and growth. If you have drive and enjoy the thrill of making things happen - share our vision and grow with us.
Delaware North Companies, Incorporated and its subsidiaries consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Delaware North is an equal opportunity employer.