The opportunity
Delaware North Travel is hiring full-time Prep Cooks and Cashiers to join our team at Detroit Airport in Detroit, Michigan. If you are ready to coordinate multiple orders on demand and be part of a fast-paced kitchen that values teamwork and excellence, join our passionate team and contribute to the seamless execution of our culinary offerings.
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 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: www.areas.com
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?
- Prepare food to specifications before and during unit operations, complying with all portion sizes, quality standards, department rules, policies, and procedures, and label, date, and wrap food products by ServSafe procedures
- Communicate with the chef for any instructions or training
- Uphold all health codes and sanitation regulations and follow all safety, security, and kitchen procedures
- Maintains food, utensils, and equipment in a clean and orderly manner
- Perform opening, closing, and side work duties and end-of-day inventory according to guidelines
- Greet customers warmly and provide assistance as needed
- Provide details on items for sale
- Participate in set-up, opening, and closing procedures, arrange inventory, and notify the supervisor of any inventory deficiency or shortages
- Record all transactions via the point of sale system and account for all transactions
Balance cash drawer at the beginning and end of shifts
Report any discrepancies or issues to management promptly
Follow all company policies and procedures related to cash handling and customer service
More about you
- Previous cashier or retail experience preferred but not required
- Basic math skills and attention to detail
- Ability to read and comprehend prep sheets and follow instructions
- Ability to stand for extended periods and handle busy checkout lines
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Capacity to use kitchen tools safely, including knives and small equipment ware
- Accurately account for cash and inventory
Physical requirements
- Must be able to lift 20 lbs or more, as well as stand and bend for long periods of time
- Manual ability to chop, mix, blend, whip a variety of foods and liquids and operate kitchen equipment
- Exposed to variable temperatures
Shift details
Day shift
Evening shift
Monday to Friday
Holidays
Weekends
8 hour shift
10 hour 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.
$16.30 - $16.30 / hour
