Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $18.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health savings account
Telehealth resources
Life insurance
401k with employer match
Paid vacation time off
Paid parental leave
Job Description
Great Wolf is a renowned hospitality company specializing in family-friendly indoor water parks and resorts across North America. Known for its commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences, Great Wolf offers a vibrant work environment characterized by strong company culture, dedication to employee growth, and a focus on diversity and inclusion. With multiple locations, Great Wolf continuously seeks passionate individuals to join their team and contribute to making family vacations unforgettable. The company provides various employment types including full-time, part-time, and flexible schedules to accommodate diverse employee needs. Comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities make it a sought-after employer in the hospitality and entertainment industry.
The Fast Food Cook role at Great Wolf is an entry-level position within a quick-service food environment where quality and speed are paramount. This role involves preparing food in compliance with the highest standards of safety, sanitation, and guest satisfaction. Fast Food Cooks are responsible for executing multiple food orders efficiently, following recipe specifications, and maintaining clean and safe food preparation areas. This position is ideal for individuals looking to start or advance their careers in the culinary or food service sectors, offering hands-on experience with a supportive management team and access to professional development programs. Employees in this role benefit from a competitive wage starting at $18 per hour, with additional potential tips ranging approximately $2 to $4 per hour depending on shift and location.
Great Wolf values employee well-being and growth, providing access to Great Wolf University for ongoing training in job functions and leadership skills. The company fosters an inclusive work environment where every team member is recognized for their unique contributions. Fast Food Cooks will have the opportunity to benefit from flexible scheduling, enabling work-life balance including nights, weekends, and holiday shifts as business needs require. The successful candidate will uphold food safety regulations, support inventory management, and work collaboratively with kitchen and leadership teams to ensure a seamless guest dining experience. Additionally, Great Wolf offers a range of health and wellness programs, employee assistance, and relief funds to support their workforce in challenging times. Overall, this role provides a solid foundation for aspiring culinary professionals or anyone interested in hospitality service with a company dedicated to career advancement and employee satisfaction.
The Fast Food Cook role at Great Wolf is an entry-level position within a quick-service food environment where quality and speed are paramount. This role involves preparing food in compliance with the highest standards of safety, sanitation, and guest satisfaction. Fast Food Cooks are responsible for executing multiple food orders efficiently, following recipe specifications, and maintaining clean and safe food preparation areas. This position is ideal for individuals looking to start or advance their careers in the culinary or food service sectors, offering hands-on experience with a supportive management team and access to professional development programs. Employees in this role benefit from a competitive wage starting at $18 per hour, with additional potential tips ranging approximately $2 to $4 per hour depending on shift and location.
Great Wolf values employee well-being and growth, providing access to Great Wolf University for ongoing training in job functions and leadership skills. The company fosters an inclusive work environment where every team member is recognized for their unique contributions. Fast Food Cooks will have the opportunity to benefit from flexible scheduling, enabling work-life balance including nights, weekends, and holiday shifts as business needs require. The successful candidate will uphold food safety regulations, support inventory management, and work collaboratively with kitchen and leadership teams to ensure a seamless guest dining experience. Additionally, Great Wolf offers a range of health and wellness programs, employee assistance, and relief funds to support their workforce in challenging times. Overall, this role provides a solid foundation for aspiring culinary professionals or anyone interested in hospitality service with a company dedicated to career advancement and employee satisfaction.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent experience
- ability to learn correct and safe food preparation and understand sanitation related issues and precautions
- flexibility regarding scheduling including nights, weekends and holidays
- ability to work with Point of Sale system and Kitchen Display System
- must be able to obtain local or state food handling permits and ServSafe food handling certification
- successful completion of criminal background check and drug screen
Job Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent experience
- ability to learn correct and safe food preparation and demonstrated ability to understand sanitation related issues and precautions necessary to ensure a clean food preparation environment
- flexible scheduling based on business demands, including nights, weekends and holidays
- ability to work with Point of Sale system and Kitchen Display System
- able to obtain local or state food handling permits and ServSafe food handling certification as required
- successful completion of criminal background check and drug screen
- previous cook experience
- proven teamwork
- projects professional image that inspires trust and confidence
- enthusiastic and positive energy
- multi-tasking ability
Job Duties
- Maintain and follow all department operating procedures
- ensure completion of daily temperature logs, daily cleaning logs, line check sheets and food waste sheets
- ensure compliance with all food-handling and sanitation regulations
- prepare all food items per recipe guidelines, tasting and adjusting for flavor with assistance of chef
- execute food orders according to guest preference in a timely manner while working on multiple orders at once
- provide food preparation assistance by washing, peeling, cutting and preparing a variety of ingredients
- control recipes by weighing and measuring designated ingredients
- provide food and utensils for chef by carrying pans, kettles, and trays of food to and from workstations, stove, and refrigerator
- support in stocking food and supply inventory, requisitioning supplies and food
- verify receipt
- maintain safe, secure, and healthy work environment by cleaning work areas, food storage areas, equipment, and utensils
- segregate and remove garbage
- steam-clean or hose garbage containers
- follow sanitation standards and procedures
- comply with legal regulations
- maintain correct cleaning schedules on all equipment
- keep equipment operating by following operating instructions
- troubleshoot breakdowns
- maintain supplies
- perform preventive maintenance
- call for repairs
- maintain and follow all Ecosure or similar food safety and sanitation program standards
- assist and support the operation at the request of the Sous Chef, Executive Chef or other property leadership
- at the end of the shift check out with outlet leader
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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