Grand Mesa Line Cook in Grand Junction, Colorado at Tailwind Deli News & Gifts Inc

About the Role:

Come join the Tailwind team at our Grand Mesa restaurant, located inside Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT), where no two shifts are alike and every guest brings a new story. Tailwind is airport dining done right. We serve travelers from all over the world, which means every shift is dynamic, high-energy, and genuinely different. We are looking for a line cook who takes pride in their craft, works well with others, and wants to be part of a team that actually cares about quality and about each other.

Tailwind encourages Veterans and Military family members to apply!

• Execute recipes and plating standards consistently to deliver a quality experience for every guest
• Uphold food safety standards including proper temperatures for ingredient storage and food preparation.
• Show up as a dependable, collaborative member of the kitchen team
• Perform short order cooking in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Operate the fryer and flat top grill with skill and confidence
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen workspace throughout each shift
• Follow all health and safety guidelines to uphold a safe working environment
• Prep and portion ingredients in support of daily kitchen operations
• Restock and replenish product and inventory supplies as needed
• Engage with guests in a positive and genuine way when the opportunity arises
• Perform all other duties as assigned

• A strong sense of accountability for the quality and presentation of every dish prepared
• The ability to follow recipes, take direction, and execute consistently to restaurant standards
• Solid knife skills including chopping, slicing, dicing, and cutting with accuracy and control
• The physical stamina to stand for extended periods and perform effectively in a high-energy, active kitchen
• A team-first mindset and the communication skills to back it up

• Must be able to pass a TSA background check to receive an airport badge
• Must be able to reliably meet scheduled shift times

• Paid training
• Employee discount
• 401k with company matching
• Employee referral bonus program
• Health, dental, and vision insurance offered to full-time employees

Tailwind Concessions is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information. We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you require any accommodations during the application process, please contact our HR department.