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  • Cook
    Cook
    21 hours ago
    $21.54 hourly
    Full-time
    Philadelphia

    Who We Are On the Go has elevated the dining and retail experience for travelers by bringing together world-class hospitality, award-winning dining concepts, and forward-thinking technology. With more than 300 unique dining and retail locations across North America’s busiest airports, we’re fueled by a passion for creating exceptional guest experiences—made possible every day by our incredible Crewmembers. At On the Go, people truly come first. We invest in our teams, and foster growth in an exciting, fast-paced environment where everyone can shine. How We Do Business How we work is just as meaningful as what we accomplish. Our Values—Care, Continuous Improvement, Quality, and Teamwork—guide the way we show up for our guests and for each other. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive, safe, and uplifting workplace where people feel respected, empowered, and encouraged to bring their full selves to work. Why This Job Is a Big Deal! This role requires the ability to consistently prepare food to precise temperature, portion, and plating standards, while working with urgency and upholding strict cleanliness and sanitation protocols. OTG leaders work closely with cooks to ensure clarity around expectations and goals, while actively supporting skill development and career progression. In this Role you will… Prepare menu items for respective stations, ensuring all ingredients are prepped, portioned, and accessible for smooth service. Follow and adhere to OTG specifications and restaurant directions, controlling the quality of all food items prepared and served. Maintain organization, cleanliness, and sanitation of work areas and equipment, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Operate all kitchen equipment efficiently and safely, including knives, stoves, ovens, broilers, slicers, steamers, and kettles. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional, reflecting the standards of OTG. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with team members, fostering a collaborative environment focused on guest satisfaction. Assist in training new kitchen staff in procedures, safety protocols, and food preparation techniques. Monitor inventory levels of ingredients and supplies, notifying management of any shortages to ensure uninterrupted service. Respond promptly to guest inquiries and feedback during service, ensuring a high level of guest satisfaction. Engage in continuous learning and development of culinary skills to enhance personal and team performance. Perform other duties as assigned by the leadership team. Qualifications and Requirements Must be at least 18 years of age. Must possess exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English. 2+ years of culinary experience in a high-volume, full service or multi-unit environment preferred. Experience working in a variety of stations; meat, fish, pizza, pasta, garde manger etc. Must successfully obtain SERV Safe certification or equivalent within 30 days of being hired, offered by OTG. Knowledge of cooking techniques, safety, and sanitation. Able to lift 35 lbs. or more. Equal Opportunity Employer We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

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  • Kitchen Manager
    Kitchen Manager
    5 days ago
    $70000–$80000 yearly
    Full-time
    Ardmore

    Summary We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Kitchen Manager to lead our back-of-house team. This role is responsible for overseeing all kitchen operations, ensuring food quality and consistency, managing staff, and maintaining high standards of safety and sanitation. Key Responsibilities • Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and plating., • Develop and maintain high-quality food standards and presentation., • Create and update menus in collaboration with ownership/management., • Train, schedule, and supervise kitchen staff to ensure efficiency and productivity., • Monitor food costs, portion control, and inventory management to reduce waste and maximize profitability., • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards., • Maintain equipment and coordinate repairs or replacements as needed., • Collaborate with front-of-house management to ensure smooth service and guest satisfaction., • Handle ordering and receiving of food and kitchen supplies., • Foster a positive and team-oriented work environment. Qualifications • Proven experience as a Kitchen Manager, or in a similar leadership role., • Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience preferred., • Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills., • In-depth knowledge of food safety regulations, cooking techniques, and industry trends., • Ability to manage budgets, inventory, and food/labor costs effectively., • Creative and passionate about food with a focus on quality and presentation. Physical Requirements • Ability to stand and work for long hours in a fast-paced environment., • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., • Comfortable working in hot and high-pressure environments. Benefits • Competitive salary and bonus structure, • Employee meal discounts, • Paid time off, • Opportunities for professional growth and development

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