JFK Kitchen Agent

Job Description

Are you ready to take flight in a dynamic and fast-paced aviation industry? As a global leader in aviation services, Swissport provides Ground Handling, Cargo Handling, and Passenger Services to over 300 million passengers annually. Our mission is simple – “To provide the aviation industry with consistent and tailor-made solutions around the globe, for a better customer experience.” 

We believe our people set us apart from the competition. At Swissport, we are driven by our core values of Show You Care, Do the Right Things, and Win as a Team, and we are currently seeking dedicated individuals who align with these values to join our team at various locations across the globe. 

Job Summary

The expected pay rate is $24/hr. Full-time employees are offered a range of health and wellness benefits, as well as a 401(k) with company match, paid vacation time, sick time, and company-paid holidays.  

Your activities

• Prep, heat, or cook menu items according to SOPs and established recipe guidelines
• Maintain proper stock levels in FOH and BOH, practicing FIFO rotation standards
• Ensure the quality and expiration dates are up to standards
• Load and unload the dishwasher
• Clean and sanitize cookware, dishes, utensils, and cooking stations throughout the kitchen
• Sweep and mop the lounge, kitchen and storage areas as needed or as instructed
• Collect and dispose of trash following all recycling procedures and compost procedures
• Maintain an organized kitchen area, ensuring cleanliness and in compliance with health and safety regulations
• Receive, inspect and put away stock in the correct location, practicing FIFO and maintaining organized inventory
• Communicate with FOH staff to ensure proper stock levels in merchandisers and at stations
• Other duties as assigned

Your profile

• Kitchen agents must be 21 years of age or older 
• Previous experience in a kitchen or similar role within the food industry required
• Good command of the English language, both verbal and written 
• High school diploma or equivalent 
• Reliable transportation to and from the airport 
• Able to lift 50 lbs. without assistance 
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced restaurant setting
• Physically able to be on your feet during an entire shift (8-10 hrs.); walking, bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, pulling, pushing, kneeling, and crouching 
• Positive attitude, excellent communication and willingness to get along with co-workers 
• Ability to pass a 10 yr. federal background check 
• Food Handler’s license or the ability to obtain
• Willingness to work early mornings, late nights and/or weekends and holidays

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee might occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

What we offer 

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance