Adventureland Park - Line Cook (Palace Theater)

Our story began 75 years ago when the Herschend family discovered wonder deep in an Ozark Mountain cave—and chose to share it with the world. Today, Herschend is the largest family-held themed attractions company, with 49 leading attractions and immersive experiences that reach audiences worldwide.
While each brand offers something unique, all are united by a shared purpose:
Bringing Families Closer Together by Creating Memories Worth Repeating®
. Our passionate hosts make this purpose possible through everyday acts of love and service—what we call Heartspitality®—the intersection of heart and hospitality.
As an equal-opportunity employer, we strive to provide environments where every host, guest, and partner feel welcome, valued, and loved. We firmly believe that words and actions matter, which is why all individuals are to be treated equally and with respect.
The Line Cook will be assigned oversight of Palace Kitchen. This position will be involved in the preparation of cold and hot food that meets company standards and quality.
We are currently looking for a:

Adventureland Park - Line Cook (Palace Theater)
Roles & Responsibilities:

Prepare workstations with supplies, foods, and condiments

Focus on

• delivering
• exceptional food quality for all meals prepared
• Inspect and clean all food preparation areas
• Strictly abide by standards set forth by

ServSafe

, state and local regulations, company policy, and other food regulatory standards that may apply at

Adventureland

• Be come
• knowledgeable of
• all
• food products
• and ingredients
• used
• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients using various kitchen utensils and equipment season and cook food according to recipes or personal judgment

Assist

• with basic food preparation, such as washing, peeling, slicing,
• fruits
• and vegetables
• Utilize ovens, fryers, broilers, griddles, mixers, and knives to prepare food (age restrictions may apply)

Ensure food

• and ingredients are
• being
• properly
• stored
• at
• the correct
• temperature s
• Seasons and cooks each item according to the recipe and menu

Plate the

• prepared
• food appropriately
• Pre-portion individual packaging sauces, sandwiches, salads, and other items
• Label and track life of stored food to ensure suitable food safety and quality
• Rotate food items out of storage by using the newly prepped items last

Assist

• with
• managing
• kitchen inventory and replenishing food items that were used
• Communicate with the kitchen staff to ensure
• a high level
• of safety and
• efficiency
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment
• Sweep and mop floors within the food preparation areas, to ensure that food residue does not accumulate
• Ensure that all work areas,
• food
• and equipment/utensils used are cleaned,
• stowed
• and secured in preparation for the next day’s work ,
• in accordance with
• state and local sanitation protocols
• All other duties assigned by leadership

Education and Experience

• No education requirements for this
• position
• Culinary arts education a plus, but not
• required
• 1 +
• year
• of
• previous
• experience as a chef, cook, or another culinary-related role highly desired, 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

• 18
• 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

exceptional customer service skills, with an ability to resolve questions, problems, issues, and concerns in a positive and professional manner

Must

• possess
• safety-oriented mindset and understand the importance of
• complying with
• all state, and local food preparation and serving regulations
• Ability to use kitchen equipment, knives, and appliances in a safe and effective manner

Must

• possess
• a general knowledge and interest in food preparation or culinary arts
• Ability to follow direction, multi-task, and work as part of a team as well as independently

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand, walk, and remain on feet for majority of the workday

Ability to

• frequently
• 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
• Ability to use a step ladder in a safe and proper manner

Working Conditions

This role will

• predominantly be
• based in a kitchen environment
• Potential to be asked to work in other indoor or outdoor areas of the park, as needed
• Some exposure to the variable outside temperatures, including high heat, cold, direct sun, humidity, dust, rain, snow, ice, and other weather conditions
• Subject to the handling of and exposure to oils, chemicals, detergents, and cleaners (age restrictions apply)

Subject to frequent interruptions, constant repetitive motion
, high noise levels, and heavily populated environments

Team member benefits

Working

at

Adventureland

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

host , 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!

Adventureland

Perks & Benefits

Flexible schedule

Ability to cross-train and learn unique skills across various departments

Free admission

to

Adventureland

• and
• select
• parks on your days off

Invitations to exclusive company-sponsored

host

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

• . Apply
• today!
• Do not miss the chance to spark your career now!