Seasonal Food Production Staff

Vala's Pumpkin PatchGretna, NE
Onsite

About The Position

Vala’s is a family-owned and operated fall festival located in Gretna, Nebraska, serving as a treasured fall tradition for many families. Spanning over 400 acres with more than 50 attractions and over 25 food locations, Vala’s mission is to bring happiness by creating a place for magical memories. The Seasonal Food Production Staff will be part of the food team, responsible for preparing food items, making specialty items like kettle corn, donuts, and caramel apples, and grilling, frying, and prepping food to order. This is a seasonal, part to full-time position with potential location variation based on business needs.

Requirements

  • Strong communication and guest services skills
  • Ability to work in a fast paced, team environment
  • Strong attention to detail and organization skills
  • Strong problem solving and multitasking skills
  • Able to perform repetitive movements and tasks for extended periods of time
  • Ability to stand, walk, lift, carry, bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, twist, and reach for extended periods
  • Ability to move 25 lbs, 25-50 lbs frequently, and 50-70 lbs occasionally
  • Ability to work in variable weather conditions

Nice To Haves

  • Interest in food prep and/or baking- experience not required

Responsibilities

  • Grilling, frying and prepping food for service to guests
  • Assists in preparation and execution of food for catering events, as needed
  • Ability to use and work around industrial kitchen equipment, such as ovens, mixers and donut machines
  • Ability to follow step by step recipes and processes accurately and consistently
  • Apply appropriate food ingredient labels to packaging of products
  • Understand and prioritize production needs of assigned station
  • Maintains a clean and food-safe work environment, following state and local ordinances, at all times
  • Place prepared food in appropriate areas to either be served to guests or transported to other locations
  • Ensure shelves, tables, and counters are stocked at all times
  • Communicate in a timely manner with leadership about inventory
  • Assist with food and beverage deliveries, ensuring proper storage of all items
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