Line-Cook Senior, Sharks

SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, Inc.•Orlando, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

What you get to do: Coordinate production of menu items for special events. Adjust food quantity to accommodate park guest attendance. Enthusiastically represent the company by displaying a positive attitude, maintaining a high level of energy and commitment to quality throughout all aspects of the job. Assist in daily operations, as well as special events Measure and mix ingredients according to recipe specs to prepare quantity of foods for daily operations and special events. Bake, roast, broil and steam meats, fish, vegetables and other foods. Add seasoning to foods during mixing or cooking. Observe and test foods being cooked by tasting, smelling; determine if item is cooked within standards. Portion food on serving plates, add gravies, sauces and garnishes to fulfill orders. Ensure excellent guest service by responding to guest requirements, expectations and needs. Other duties as assigned. What it takes to succeed: Must have at least 1 year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have strong written/verbal communication skills. Must have strong basic math skills. Must be able to lift/move up to 55 pounds. Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time in hot and/or cold environments. Must regularly use hands and fingers, reach with hands and arms, handle, feel, stoop, crawl or kneel. Must be able to handle multiple tasks and work in a fast paced environment. Must be able to work indoors and in outside weather conditions (i.e., sunny, wet and/or humid conditions). Must be able to positively interact with park guests and co workers of all ages, different ethnic/cultural backgrounds and/or language, and individuals with special needs. Must be able to successfully pass relevant food handler exams. High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Resume Required. Availability to include up to 29 hours per week, 3-4 days a week to include weekends, holidays, early mornings, late evenings, and night shifts. What else is Important: We provide paid training and ServSafe certification Culinary students welcome to apply! EEO Employer: SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS. Whether you’re a singer, dancer, actor, or performer, our parks are waiting for you. From thrilling live shows to captivating character interactions, there’s a role for everyone. Actors - Great stage presence and interactive comedic skills that excel at improvisation. Actors perform in multiple high-energy shows per day, on our stages and streets, to connect with our guests and create memories that last a lifetime. Costumed Characters - Personable, animated people with fun, outgoing personalities to bring Sesame Street® characters to life. Share the joy of entertaining children and other guests as a costumed character by greeting guests, shaking hands, posing for pictures, and giving hugs. Costumed character performers also act as a character escort to assist with guest interactions. Dancers - Demonstrate technical proficiency in a variety of styles including jazz, musical theatre, ballet, and modern. Partnering skills, break dancing, tumbling, tap, or other specialties are a plus. Dancers perform in multiple high-energy shows per day to connect with our guests and create memories that last a lifetime. Event Performers - Bring our special and seasonal events to life such as Event Host, Culinary Performers and Santa's Helpers. Instrumentalists - Proficient in percussion, brass, woodwinds or guitar. All instrumentalists should have the ability to play varying styles ranging from pop/rock to Motown to gospel and must be able to memorize music for shows and perform with great stage presence. Scare Squad - Enthusiastic performers, who are passionate about Halloween, to add fun and scary excitement to our award-winning Howl-O-Scream events. Vocalists - Great energy and stage presence who can demonstrate technical proficiency in a variety of styles including pop, rock, musical theatre, classical, contemporary, and a cappella vocal styling. Capacity to hear/sing harmonies is a must. Sight reading skills are not required but are preferred. Vocalists perform in multiple high-energy shows per day to connect with our guests and create memories that last a lifetime. How should I prepare for my audition? You will be asked to learn a dance combination and participate in improve and athletic stamina exercises. Costumed character auditions are based primarily on movement, non-verbal communication, and physical coordination. Please arrive early enough to stretch and warm up before the audition begins. Please wear form fitting dance attire that allows a full range of movement and tennis or jazz shoes. Please do not wear jeans. Prepare a resume and headshot, which will be retained by the audition team. Please view our career opportunities website for current openings.

Requirements

Must have at least 1 year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must have strong written/verbal communication skills.
Must have strong basic math skills.
Must be able to lift/move up to 55 pounds.
Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time in hot and/or cold environments.
Must regularly use hands and fingers, reach with hands and arms, handle, feel, stoop, crawl or kneel.
Must be able to handle multiple tasks and work in a fast paced environment.
Must be able to work indoors and in outside weather conditions (i.e., sunny, wet and/or humid conditions).
Must be able to positively interact with park guests and co workers of all ages, different ethnic/cultural backgrounds and/or language, and individuals with special needs.
Must be able to successfully pass relevant food handler exams.
Resume Required.
Availability to include up to 29 hours per week, 3-4 days a week to include weekends, holidays, early mornings, late evenings, and night shifts.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Culinary students welcome to apply!

Responsibilities

Coordinate production of menu items for special events.
Adjust food quantity to accommodate park guest attendance.
Enthusiastically represent the company by displaying a positive attitude, maintaining a high level of energy and commitment to quality throughout all aspects of the job.
Assist in daily operations, as well as special events
Measure and mix ingredients according to recipe specs to prepare quantity of foods for daily operations and special events.
Bake, roast, broil and steam meats, fish, vegetables and other foods.
Add seasoning to foods during mixing or cooking.
Observe and test foods being cooked by tasting, smelling; determine if item is cooked within standards.
Portion food on serving plates, add gravies, sauces and garnishes to fulfill orders.
Ensure excellent guest service by responding to guest requirements, expectations and needs.
Other duties as assigned.