Cook 2

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Until 9/15/2026 First posted July 17, 2026 Last posted July 17, 2026
Job description

Job Description

$25.00 / Hour


At SSP America, our Line Cooks have the important role of receiving food orders, preparing delicious dishes for our guests, properly setting up the kitchen so every Expert has the product and tools easily accessible during their shift.  Our Line Cooks love working in the Back of House. 

 

Our Line Cooks are experts at a few things:

  • Having warm, friendly smiles
  • Respecting our customers
  • Following detailed food preparation processes
  • Keeping their eyes on the details
  • Working well in fast-paced environments

If you’re looking to start your culinary career, come check us out!  We have a unique work environment that you’ll only experience at SSP America! 

 

Here are a few things you can expect as a Line Cook at SSP:

  • Follow all recipes and practice portion control to prepare, garnish, and present ordered items
  • Maintain proper and adequate set-up of the kitchen/station on a daily basis
  • Requisitioning and stocking of all required food, paper products, and condiments
  • Handles, stores, and rotates all products properly
  • Responsible for set-up, regular maintenance, cleaning, and breakdown of any machinery and equipment
  • Responsible for maintaining stock, cutting, and storage of all perishables daily to ensure product quality
  • Complete opening, on-going, and closing checklists as required
  • Takes responsibility for quality of products served
  • Perform general and specific cleaning tasks using standard cleaning products as assigned by supervisor to adhere to health standards
  • Other duties as assigned

 

Benefits:

  • No late nights
  • 100% monthly premium contributions paid for by SSP to The Health and Welfare plan.
  • Employees eligible for participation in the San Mateo Hotel Employee and Restaurant Employees Pension Fund
  • Paid Meal Breaks
  • Vacation Packages

 

SSP America is an equal opportunity employer. All decisions concerning the employment relationship will be made without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, age, disability, genetic information, or and other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. SSP America will provide reasonable accommodations during the application and interview process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws.

About this role

Summary

Prepare dishes, maintain kitchen, follow recipes, and ensure food quality in a fast-paced environment

Job title

Cook 2

Experience level

entry level

Industry

food service

Location requirements

Remote or onsite (location not specified)

Salary

$25.00 / Hour

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

food preparationcleaningstockingfollowing recipes

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

food preparationkitchen operationscustomer service
Locations

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