Cook (Paris Cafe)

Paris Café

Job Number: 26220-309

Expires on November 12, 2026

 Category: Food Service & Hospitality

 John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

 Compensation: $22.54 Per Hour

 Employment Type: Part-Time

 Schedule: Flexible Hours

 Experience: 1–2 Years / Junior (12–24 months)

NOTE: This job requires obtaining a SIDA badge, which involves passing a comprehensive criminal background check.

Job Description

Your career deserves… MORE OPPORTUNITIES

Paradies Lagardère is an award-winning and innovative Airport Concessionaire. We are looking for passionate individuals to fill our roles in a retail and dining environment that is diverse and inclusive. Our part-time and full-time opportunities will find you immersed in a rewarding environment in our award-winning concepts that have kept travelers coming back year after year.

Great Reasons to Work with Us

  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Fun Work Environment
  • Medical Benefits
  • Company Paid Time Off
  • Premium pay for Worked Holidays
  • 401K Program
  • Online learning system
  • Associate recognition Programs
  • Merchandise and dining discounts
  • Transportation and parking space assistance

How you can Make a Difference

  • Working for Paradies Lagardère provides you with the opportunity to create a meaningful and positive impact on your community and the environment.
  • Food preparation at 100% recipe adherence. Follow recipes and/or product directions for preparing, seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving, portioning, and serving food items.
  • Follow production prep list and keep accurate records to accurately. Requisition supplies and equipment as needed.
  • Ability to use knives, slicers, and kitchen equipment efficiently and safely.
  • Wash, slice, and peel items on prep list.
  • Follow recipes.
  • Store prepared food items safely and ensure they are properly date-labeled.
  • Follow all brand standards including those related to food safety, sanitation, operational excellence, or guest satisfaction.
  • Practice excellent food safety and sanitation practices. Accountable for compliance with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations, including those relating to food safety.
  • Regularly restocks all kitchen supplies and food items required for service.
  • Assist with ordering and planning food supplies, as directed by the supervisor.
  • Reports necessary equipment repair and maintenance to management.
  • Monitor proper rotation and dating of prepped food items and storage areas.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work environment that is free of safety hazards.
  • Whether working in an on-trend national brand or an iconic local concept, you will create and deliver first-class experiences for the traveling public.

Qualifications

  • Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
  • Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause
  • Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
  • Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
  • Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
  • Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
  • Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work
  • Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
  • Job Security: Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe
  • Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
  • Financial: Inspired to perform well by monetary reimbursement
  • Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education

  • High School or better.

Preferred Experience

  • 1 year: Inside expo and plate presentation
  • 1 year: Commercial Cooking Experience
  • 1 year: Fryer operations and knowledge
  • 1 year: Flat grill operations and knowledge
  • 1 year: HACCP Training
  • 1 year: Food Safety

Job Location

Paris Café

Paris Café

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

John F. Kennedy International Airport

Jamaica, New York 11430

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Paradies Lagardère

Paradies Lagardère

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Paradies Lagardère is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against applicants or employees based on protected characteristics.
As our business continues to grow across North America, so do the opportunities for every member of our team. No matter your location, you’ll find an environment where your contributions are valued, and your growth is supported.

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