
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $20.50
Work Schedule
Flexible
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 leader in the hospitality and entertainment industry, best known for its indoor water park resorts that combine thrilling water adventures with comfortable accommodations and family-friendly experiences. As a fast-growing company dedicated to creating memorable vacations for families, Great Wolf places a strong emphasis on teamwork, guest satisfaction, and professional growth opportunities for its team members. With locations across North America, Great Wolf is committed to providing a positive and inclusive workplace where employees are valued and supported through various development programs and wellness initiatives.
The Fast Food Cook role at Great Wolf serves as a pivotal entry-level position within a dynamic and fast-paced quick service hospitality environment. This role is ideal for individuals eager to start or advance their culinary career in a supportive setting that promotes continuous learning and skill development. Fast Food Cooks are responsible for preparing high-quality food items that meet established standards and exceed guest expectations. The position offers full-time, part-time, and flexible scheduling options, making it accessible to a diverse range of applicants, including students and those seeking work-life balance. The pay rate for this role starts at $20.50 per hour, with the potential to earn tips from guests, which vary depending on shift and location. This opportunity is perfect for candidates who are at least 16 years old and looking for a rewarding position that combines hands-on food preparation with excellent customer service.
In this role, Fast Food Cooks follow strict food safety and sanitation protocols to ensure a clean and safe cooking environment. They prepare food items according to recipe guidelines, maintain accurate documentation such as daily temperature and cleaning logs, and contribute to inventory management by assisting with supply stocking and requisitioning. Fast Food Cooks work collaboratively with chefs and kitchen staff, executing food orders to guest specifications and maintaining efficient operations across multiple orders simultaneously. The role demands physical stamina, including the ability to lift up to 40 pounds and stand for extended periods, as well as flexibility to work varying shifts. Great Wolf supports its employees with comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a health savings account, telehealth resources, life insurance, 401K with employer match, paid vacation time off, and paid parental leave. This role also offers exceptional growth opportunities through Great Wolf University, scholarship funds, and leadership training programs, making it an excellent choice for individuals committed to building a long-term career in hospitality and culinary services.
The Fast Food Cook role at Great Wolf serves as a pivotal entry-level position within a dynamic and fast-paced quick service hospitality environment. This role is ideal for individuals eager to start or advance their culinary career in a supportive setting that promotes continuous learning and skill development. Fast Food Cooks are responsible for preparing high-quality food items that meet established standards and exceed guest expectations. The position offers full-time, part-time, and flexible scheduling options, making it accessible to a diverse range of applicants, including students and those seeking work-life balance. The pay rate for this role starts at $20.50 per hour, with the potential to earn tips from guests, which vary depending on shift and location. This opportunity is perfect for candidates who are at least 16 years old and looking for a rewarding position that combines hands-on food preparation with excellent customer service.
In this role, Fast Food Cooks follow strict food safety and sanitation protocols to ensure a clean and safe cooking environment. They prepare food items according to recipe guidelines, maintain accurate documentation such as daily temperature and cleaning logs, and contribute to inventory management by assisting with supply stocking and requisitioning. Fast Food Cooks work collaboratively with chefs and kitchen staff, executing food orders to guest specifications and maintaining efficient operations across multiple orders simultaneously. The role demands physical stamina, including the ability to lift up to 40 pounds and stand for extended periods, as well as flexibility to work varying shifts. Great Wolf supports its employees with comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a health savings account, telehealth resources, life insurance, 401K with employer match, paid vacation time off, and paid parental leave. This role also offers exceptional growth opportunities through Great Wolf University, scholarship funds, and leadership training programs, making it an excellent choice for individuals committed to building a long-term career in hospitality and culinary services.
Job Requirements
- 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
- must be flexible regarding scheduling based on business demands, including nights, weekends and holidays as needed
- possess the ability to work with Point of Sale system and Kitchen Display System
- must be able to obtain local or state food handling permits and serv safe food handling certification as required
- 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
- must be flexible regarding scheduling based on business demands, including nights, weekends and holidays as needed
- possess the ability to work with Point of Sale system and Kitchen Display System
- must be able to obtain local or state food handling permits and serv safe 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
- verifying receipt
- maintain safe, secure, and healthy work environment by cleaning work areas, food storage areas, equipment, and utensils
- segregating and removing garbage
- steam-cleaning or hosing 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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