Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Seasonal
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $16.00
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
employee discount
Store discount
Job Description
MetroLagoons is a premier lagoon and recreational destination recognized as one of the best lagoons in the United States. Renowned for its family-friendly environment, outstanding water attractions, and lively atmosphere, MetroLagoons has become a popular seasonal hotspot attracting thousands of visitors during the spring and summer months. As an established venue, it offers a variety of amenities, including food and beverage services, retail shops, and entertainment, making it a vibrant place for employment opportunities. MetroLagoons is currently hiring for the 2026 spring and summer seasons, offering flexible schedules that accommodate mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekdays, and weekends, allowing employees to choose shifts that fit their lifestyle needs. This employment opportunity provides a dynamic work experience in a fast-paced, customer-oriented setting, ideal for individuals seeking seasonal roles with variable working hours.
The cook position at MetroLagoons is pivotal as it serves as the face of the food and beverage service to guests. This role operates primarily within a food truck environment, where the cook is responsible for preparing and serving a limited but carefully curated menu using various cooking appliances such as ovens and deep fryers. The position encompasses a wide range of tasks, including ingredient preparation, cooking, cleaning, inventory management, and ensuring adherence to stringent food safety standards. Working at MetroLagoons requires the ability to deliver high-quality dishes promptly while maintaining excellent customer service, health, and safety standards. This role is ideal for energetic and enthusiastic individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, outdoor setting and are capable of multitasking effectively. The cook also plays a key role in ensuring food safety by using thermometers, maintaining proper logs, and understanding food allergies and ingredients as per internal policies. The position demands physical stamina, as it involves working indoors in high-temperature conditions and standing for extended periods, along with exposure to various weather elements such as heat, humidity, rain, and cold while also working outside the food truck on the property. MetroLagoons supports its employees with ongoing training opportunities, including certifications in food and beverage safety, and emphasizes a positive work environment with a commitment to diversity and equal opportunity employment.
The cook position at MetroLagoons is pivotal as it serves as the face of the food and beverage service to guests. This role operates primarily within a food truck environment, where the cook is responsible for preparing and serving a limited but carefully curated menu using various cooking appliances such as ovens and deep fryers. The position encompasses a wide range of tasks, including ingredient preparation, cooking, cleaning, inventory management, and ensuring adherence to stringent food safety standards. Working at MetroLagoons requires the ability to deliver high-quality dishes promptly while maintaining excellent customer service, health, and safety standards. This role is ideal for energetic and enthusiastic individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, outdoor setting and are capable of multitasking effectively. The cook also plays a key role in ensuring food safety by using thermometers, maintaining proper logs, and understanding food allergies and ingredients as per internal policies. The position demands physical stamina, as it involves working indoors in high-temperature conditions and standing for extended periods, along with exposure to various weather elements such as heat, humidity, rain, and cold while also working outside the food truck on the property. MetroLagoons supports its employees with ongoing training opportunities, including certifications in food and beverage safety, and emphasizes a positive work environment with a commitment to diversity and equal opportunity employment.
Job Requirements
- HS diploma or equivalent
- At least 18 years of age
- Ability to work indoors in a high-temperature environment while standing for extended periods of time
- Ability to work outside in all-weather conditions
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Flexible availability including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Willingness to follow food safety and sanitation regulations
- Ability to follow management instructions and maintain professionalism
Job Qualifications
- HS diploma or equivalent
- At least 18 years of age
- Food and beverage safety certifications (training and certification provided if needed)
- Outstanding communication, customer service, and cash handling skills preferred
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- Experience using Focus or other POS a plus
- Energetic, enthusiastic, and reliable
- Flexible availability, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to work outside in all-weather elements
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Job Duties
- Clean, organize, stock, and maintain stations with all required supplies
- Prepare ingredients for service, including tasks such as chopping vegetables, making pizzas, assembling sandwiches, preparing sauces
- Thoroughly clean the station and manage leftover food appropriately
- Maintain inventory levels as needed
- Ensure that dishes are served simultaneously, meeting high-quality standards and adhering to timely service
- Adhere to sanitation regulations as well as safety and appearance guidelines
- Ensure proper food safe temperatures, utilizing thermometers and logs
- Keep up-to-date on all food ingredients and follow internal policies referring to food allergies
- Follow and report on instructions provided by the management team
- Maintain a professional and positive demeanor while interacting with coworkers and customers
- Other duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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