Prep Cook

Job Title: Prep Cook

Location: YYZ Airport

Compensation: $21.13/H

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. 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!

The Prep Cook at LGA is responsible for delivering the OTG guest experience. The ability to prepare food to the correct temperature, portion, and plating specifications while maintaining a clean and sanitized area, is critical to success in this role.

In This Role, You Will:

An OTG Prep Cook will work in OTG’s prep kitchens and/or on the line of one of OTG’s fast-casual concepts

Support the BOH by prepping many of the ingredients for the BOH lines

Prepare food to the correct temperature each time, portion sizing and plating with identical contents and appearance for consistent presentation according to OTG specifications

Responsible for controlling the quality of all food items prepared to OTG specifications and restaurant directions

Maintain organization, cleanliness, and sanitation of work areas and equipment

Knowledge of operating all kitchen equipment (i.e., stoves, ovens, broilers, slicers, steamers, kettles, etc.)

Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional

Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others and work toward the goal of guest satisfaction

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Criteria:

Must be at least 18 years of age

Must be fully conversational in English

1 to 2 years of culinary experience in a fast-paced restaurant (demonstrating entry-level cooking skills: prepping, grilling, frying, etc.)

Must successfully obtain ServSafe Certification or equivalent within 30 days of being hired

Knowledge of cooking procedures, safety, and sanitation

Able to lift 35 lbs. or more

Supporting other cooks and working in a team environment

Must be mobile and able to stand for extended periods, stoop, kneel, and crouch

Must be available to work varied hours/days, including nights, weekends, holidays, and bad weather conditions--must be flexible

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.