Cook - Ik hofmann : Job Details

I.K. Hofmann is currently recruiting for a Prep/ Line Cook for the JFK, NY Airport. This position requires a self-motivated and reliable candidate that is able to work in a professional environment.

Building upon our 35-year history in which we have placed hundreds of employees, we are excited to offer more people positions. The position is a career opportunity offering job stability for the right person with opportunity for advancement, plus great pay, benefits, and opportunities to pick up overtime. If you are looking for a career and not just a job, this is a great opportunity for you! We are looking for individuals who want to work.

Position:

I.K. Hofmann has an immediate long-term contract opening for a Prep/ Line Cook in JFK, NY for a First-Class Lounge. Our client provides a variety of food services to Airlines around the world. Over 1,5 million meals a day are served by our clients to Airlines and its passengers. Currently we are looking for customer service staff at an Airport Lounge within JFK Airport. *It is important that our ideal candidate is flexible for any shifts.

Benefits Include:

Starting Pay of $23.54- $26.29 per hour

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick)

Responsibilities:

• Set up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies
• Prepare food for service (e.g., chopping vegetables, slicing, or preparing sauces)
• Cook buffet items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff
• Answer, report and follow executive or sous chef's instructions
• Clean up station and take care of leftover food
• Stock inventory appropriately
• Ensure that food comes out simultaneously, in high quality and in a timely fashion
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers

Job Requirements of a Prep/ Line Cook:

• Proven cooking experience, including experience as a line cook, restaurant cook or prep cook
• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures
• Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks
• Familiar with industry's best practices
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to multi-task as well as stay on task and concentrate with constant interruptions
• Prioritize and delegate tasks in a timely manner
• Maintain a positive attitude under pressure and motivate team
• Knowledge of safe and sanitary food handling principles
• Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior
• Ability to work as a member of a team whose goal is to make all customers experience enjoyable

REQUIRED Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

REQUIRED Experience:

Equivalent professional experience

Qualifications:

Degree in Culinary Arts

Minimum Essential Functions:

• Must be able to remain standing for 50% of the time
• The person in this position will be required to move about the kitchen area from station to station.
• Must be able to distinguish between flavors when creating dishes.

Benefits:

Medical

Prescription Drug Discounts

Dental & Vision

Short-Term Disability

Accident, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance Package

401k - Traditional & Roth options

Employee Discount Program

Referral Program that offers $50 to both to you and your referral after they work 80 hours

About Us:

I.K. Hofmann USA offers staffing & HR services in sectors like light industrial, automotive, aviation, logistics & professional. As an ISO 9001-certified firm, we prioritize service quality and deeply care for our employees. Founded in Germany, our parent company I.K. Hofmann GmbH, is a woman-owned business with branches across Austria, Czech Republic, Germany, Italy, Slovakia, Hungary and the US. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and celebrate our employees' differences, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classes. Must be eligible to work in the United States for any company without sponsorship.

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