Line Cook, Detroit Airport

The opportunity

Delaware North Travel is hiring full-time Line Cooks to join our team at Detroit Airport in Detroit, Michigan . As a Line Cook, you will be responsible for preparing dishes according to recipes and the chef's specifications.

If you want a job where no day is the same and where you will interact with people from around the world while developing your hospitality skills, join our team and apply now.

On July 10, 2025, Delaware North announced its US-based Travel Hospitality Services (THS) business will be sold to Areas, a global leader in travel dining and retail. The sale is expected to be finalized in the fourth quarter of 2025. Upon completion of the sale, all THS team members will become part of the Areas. Areas will operate 369 locations in 27 airports and 12 travel plazas nationwide, with a U.S. workforce of over 6,000. Globally, Areas serves travelers in 11 countries with 2,200 points of sale and over $3 billion in annual revenue. For more information, please visit:

Pay

Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at

What we offer

We care about our team member’s personal and professional well-being. Delaware North provides a benefits package designed to give you the comfort, safety, and security you need to deliver exceptional experiences for our guests. All team members receive benefits including:

• Weekly pay
• Employee assistance program
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee discounts
• Flexible work schedules

Eligible team members may also receive: health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation days and holidays, paid parental bonding leave, and tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement.

What will you do?

• Properly measure, portion, and cook all food items promptly
• Ensure that correct food temperatures are maintained and that food is stored safely
• Perform opening, closing, and side work duties according to proper guidelines
• Keep workstation and equipment clean, organized, and sufficiently stocked
• Use waste control guidelines and record all waste on the spoilage sheet

More about you

• Minimum of 6 months of experience as a prep cook or line cook
• Ability to move rapidly and coordinate multiple orders
• Ability to follow procedures and take directions
• Basic math skills to understand, calculate, and follow recipe measurements and proportions

Physical requirements

• Manual dexterity sufficient to chop, mix, and blend a variety of foods and liquids
• Ability to carry large pans, weighing up to 50 pounds, and operate kitchen equipment

Shift details

Days
Evenings
Holidays
M-F
Weekends
8hr shift
10hr shift

Who we are

Serving Detroit area fliers since 2002, Delaware North provides hospitality retail services at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, Michigan's busiest airport, and one of the largest airline hubs in the country.

Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you’re not just part of a team — you’re part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.

Who says you can’t love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you’re interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we’re invested in helping you achieve your career goals.

Together, we’re shaping the future of hospitality — come grow with us!

Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.