Palace Entertainment is a leading leisure park operator in the United States and Australia overseeing more than 25 entertainment venues, hotels and educational venues across 11 different states.
Palace Entertainment owns and operates some of the country’s largest and most prestigious venues including: National Historic Landmark, Kennywood Park, America’s Oldest Amusement Park, Lake Compounce, the world’s first ever Cartoon Network Hotel, Best Family Theme Park Dutch Wonderland and a variety of other family-friendly parks and campgrounds throughout the United States.
Palace Entertainment is a subsidiary of Parques Reunidos, one of the leading global operators, with more than 60 different assets (theme parks, zoos and marine parks, water parks and other attractions), spread out over various countries across Europe, North America, the Middle East and Australia.
We are currently looking for a:
Adventureland Park - Food & Beverage Cook - J1 Student
Roles & Responsibilities:
This position is for International J1 Students only.
Greet customers, assist with questions, and manage accurate transactions to provide an engaging customer experience
Perform opening and closing procedures related to the assigned Food & Beverage location and as directed by team leads and shift supervisors
Set up and breakdown of workstation
Responsible to adhere to all applicable labor regulations and guidelines, including scheduled start and end times, break schedules and consecutive days worked
Prepare food following proper procedure and safety guidelines using fryers, grills and other professional kitchen equipment
Prepare food items according to menu specifications, portion sizes and proper cooking temperatures
Ensure all food product specifications and procedures are followed during preparation
Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment: refrigeration, fryers, griddles, ovens, outdoor grills, food warmers, soda fountains, etc.
Store and rotate stock and food items within assigned work locations Maintain a safe work environment, according to company and external inspection standards
Replenish condiments, beverages, and food supplies while maintaining a clean work area
Maintain compliance with company and industry best practices, policies, and procedures to create a safe environment for colleagues and guests
Monitor product quality and communicate shrinkage/waste to the lead and/or supervisor
Provide excellent customer service
Conduct transactions while ensuring all handling procedures are followed – including credit and refund transactions, loss prevention
Quickly and politely respond to and resolve guest questions and concerns
Follow all proper Personnel Protective Equipment guidelines when working around food preparation equipment
All other duties assigned by leadership
Education and Experience:
No education requirements for this role
1+ year of previous culinary work experience at a food service or restaurant preferred but not required
Language: Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English; Spanish or other bilingual language skills are a plus.
Requirements:
Must be at least 16 years of age to comply with Iowa Child Labor Laws
Ability to work flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Must have reliable transportation to and from your scheduled shift
Ability to comply with all uniform policies
Must possess safety-oriented mindset and understand the importance of complying with all state, and local food preparation and serving regulations
Must possess exceptional customer service skills, with an ability to resolve questions, problems, issues, and concerns in a positive and professional manner
Ability to follow direction, multi-task, and work as part of a team as well as independently
Ability to use kitchen equipment and accessories in a safe and effective manner
Ability to keep the kitchen areas neat and organized
Ability to use step stools, as needed
Ability to safely utilize knives and other food preparation equipment, as needed
Physical Requirements:
Ability to stand, walk, and remain on feet for majority of the workday
Ability to occasionally stoop, twist, kneel, bend, squat, or reach above shoulders
Ability to withstand heat and humidity from the food preparation equipment
Ability to carry, push, pull, lift, and hold objects weighing 30 pounds or more
Working Conditions:
This role will be based in one or more food stall and/or restaurant locations throughout the theme park and waterpark, with exposure to both indoor and outdoor environments
Frequent exposure to the variable outside temperatures, including high heat, cold, direct sun, humidity, dust, rain, snow, ice, and other weather conditions
Subject to constant repetitive motion, high noise levels, and heavily populated environments
Team member benefits:
Working at Adventureland Resort is about making people happy! It’s about being independent and having fun, making new friends and earning extra money while doing so. As a Adventureland Resort employee, you can be the smiling face that makes a great first impression for incoming guests, a cook that serves up tasty treats and culinary delights, a lifeguard who soaks up the sun while keeping guests safe, or a ride operator that keeps guests coming back for more thrills! There are many exciting seasonal job opportunities available to take your summer job to new heights!
Palace Perks & Benefits:
Flexible schedule
Ability to cross-train and learn unique skills across various departments
Free admission to Adventureland Resort and all Palace Entertainment parks on your days off
Invitations to exclusive company-sponsored employee events throughout the season
We’ve got great jobs for people just starting out in the workforce, looking for a second job or staying active after retirement. If you want a fun, flexible job with an innovative company, look no further than Adventureland Resort. Apply today!
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