Adventureland Park 2027 - Food & Beverage Cook

Palace Entertainment•Altoona, PA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Food & Beverage Cook prepares food items using hot equipment and maintains kitchen organization and cleanliness according to management specifications. The role focuses on preparing food promptly and ensuring a quality product to support a positive guest experience. Cooks may work in one or more food stalls or restaurant locations throughout the theme park and waterpark, in indoor and outdoor environments. This is a seasonal opportunity at Adventureland Park for 2027.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years of age to comply with Iowa Child Labor Laws.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Reliable transportation to and from scheduled shifts.
Ability to comply with uniform policies.
Safety-oriented mindset and understanding of the importance of complying with state and local food preparation and serving regulations.
Exceptional customer service skills and ability to resolve questions, problems, issues, and concerns positively and professionally.
Ability to follow directions, multitask, and work as part of a team as well as independently.
Ability to use kitchen equipment and accessories safely and effectively.
Ability to keep kitchen areas neat and organized.
Ability to use step stools as needed.
Ability to safely use knives and other food preparation equipment as needed.
Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English.
Ability to stand, walk, and remain on feet for most of the workday.
Ability to occasionally stoop, twist, kneel, bend, squat, or reach above the 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.
No education requirements.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of previous culinary work experience at a food service business or restaurant; preferred but not required.
Spanish or other bilingual language skills.

Responsibilities

Greet customers, answer questions, and manage accurate transactions to provide an engaging customer experience.
Perform opening and closing procedures for the assigned Food & Beverage location as directed by team leads and shift supervisors.
Set up and break down the workstation.
Follow applicable labor regulations and guidelines, including scheduled start and end times, break schedules, and consecutive days worked.
Prepare food using fryers, grills, and other professional kitchen equipment, following proper procedures and safety guidelines.
Prepare food according to menu specifications, portion sizes, and proper cooking temperatures.
Follow food product specifications and procedures during preparation.
Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment, including refrigeration, fryers, griddles, ovens, outdoor grills, food warmers, and soda fountains.
Store and rotate stock and food items in assigned work locations.
Maintain a safe work environment according to company and external inspection standards.
Replenish condiments, beverages, and food supplies while keeping the work area clean.
Follow company and industry best practices, policies, and procedures to create a safe environment for colleagues and guests.
Monitor product quality and communicate shrinkage or waste to the lead and/or supervisor.
Provide excellent customer service and respond to guest questions and concerns promptly and politely.
Conduct transactions, including credit and refund transactions, while following handling procedures and loss-prevention practices.
Follow applicable personal protective equipment guidelines when working around food preparation equipment.
Perform other duties assigned by leadership.