Job Overview
Employment Type
Temporary
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $13.50 - $17.50
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Flexible Schedule
Ability to cross-train
Free admission to Adventureland Theme Park and select parks on days off
Invitations to exclusive company-sponsored events
Opportunity to work in a fun and dynamic environment
Job Description
Adventureland is a vibrant and renowned theme park located in the heart of Iowa, known for offering thrilling rides, engaging entertainment, and delightful food and beverage options to guests of all ages. As part of the larger Herschend Family Entertainment Corporation, Adventureland contributes to the legacy of bringing families closer together through memorable experiences. With a rich history tracing back 75 years, the Herschend family has built the company into the largest family-held themed attractions operator in the world, managing 49 leading attractions globally. Each park and experience under Herschend’s umbrella offers something unique, but all share a common purpose:... Show More
Job 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 scheduled shifts
- 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 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 kitchen areas neat and organized
- Ability to use step stools as needed
- Ability to safely utilize knives and other food preparation equipment
- 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 food preparation equipment
- Ability to carry, push, pull, lift, and hold objects weighing 30 pounds or more
Job Qualifications
- No education requirements for this role
- 1+ year of previous culinary work experience at a food service or restaurant preferred but not required
- Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English
- Spanish or other bilingual language skills are a plus
- Exceptional customer service skills
- 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 kitchen areas neat and organized
- Ability to use step stools as needed
- Ability to safely utilize knives and other food preparation equipment
Job Duties
- 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
- 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 including refrigeration, fryers, griddles, ovens, outdoor grills, food warmers, soda fountains
- 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
- Perform all other duties assigned by leadership
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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