Adventureland Park - J1 Student Food & Beverage Cook

Our story began 75 years ago when the Herschend family discovered wonder deep in an Ozark Mountain cave—and chose to share it with the world. Today, Herschend is the largest family-held themed attractions company, with over 40 leading attractions and immersive experiences that reach audiences worldwide.

While each brand offers something unique, all are united by a shared purpose: Bringing Families Closer Together by Creating Memories Worth Repeating® . Our passionate hosts make this purpose possible through everyday acts of love and service—what we call Heartspitality®—the intersection of heart and hospitality.

As an equal-opportunity employer, we strive to provide environments where every host, guest, and partner feel welcome, valued, and loved. We firmly believe that words and actions matter, which is why all individuals are to be treated equally and with respect.

Are you passionate about quality fun and delicious food? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced, team environment? If you are ready to contribute to a quality guest experience, the Food and Beverage department may be the place for you!

This Food & Beverage Cook is responsible for preparing food items over hot equipment and maintaining kitchen organization and cleanliness according to the specifications provided by management. This position focuses on delighting the customer by preparing food in a timely manner and ensuring quality product.

We are currently looking for a:

Adventureland Park - J1 Student Food & Beverage Cook

Roles & Responsibilities:

Greet customers, assist with questions, and manage accurate transactions to provide an engaging customer experience

Perform opening and closing procedures related to the assigned Food & Beverage location and as directed by team leads and shift supervisors

Set up and breakdown of workstation

Responsible to adhere to all applicable labor regulations and guidelines, including scheduled start and end times, break schedules and consecutive days worked

Prepare food following proper procedure and safety guidelines using fryers, grills and other professional kitchen equipment

Prepare food items according to menu specifications, portion sizes and proper cooking temperatures

Ensure all food product specifications and procedures are followed during preparation

Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment: refrigeration, fryers, griddles, ovens, outdoor grills, food warmers, soda fountains, etc.

Store and rotate stock and food items within assigned work locations Maintain a safe work environment, according to company and external inspection standards

Replenish condiments, beverages, and food supplies while maintaining a clean work area

Maintain compliance with company and industry best practices, policies, and procedures to create a safe environment for colleagues and guests

Monitor product quality and communicate shrinkage/waste to the lead and/or supervisor

Provide excellent customer service

Conduct transactions while ensuring all handling procedures are followed – including credit and refund transactions, loss prevention

Quickly and politely respond to and resolve guest questions and concerns

Follow all proper Personnel Protective Equipment guidelines when working around food preparation equipment

All other duties assigned by leadership

Education and Experience:

No education requirements for this role

1+ year of previous culinary work experience at a food service or restaurant preferred but not required

Language: Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English; Spanish or other bilingual language skills are a plus.

Requirements:

Must be at least 16 years of age to comply with Iowa Child Labor Laws

Ability to work flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Must have reliable transportation to and from your scheduled shift

Ability to comply with all uniform policies

Must possess safety-oriented mindset and understand the importance of complying with all state, and local food preparation and serving regulations

Must possess exceptional customer service skills, with an ability to resolve questions, problems, issues, and concerns in a positive and professional manner

Ability to follow direction, multi-task, and work as part of a team as well as independently

Ability to use kitchen equipment and accessories in a safe and effective manner

Ability to keep the kitchen areas neat and organized

Ability to use step stools, as needed

Ability to safely utilize knives and other food preparation equipment, as needed

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand, walk, and remain on feet for majority of the workday

Ability to occasionally stoop, twist, kneel, bend, squat, or reach above shoulders

Ability to withstand heat and humidity from the food preparation equipment

Ability to carry, push, pull, lift, and hold objects weighing 30 pounds or more

Working Conditions:

This role will be based in one or more food stall and/or restaurant locations throughout the theme park and waterpark , with exposure to both indoor and outdoor environments

Frequent exposure to the variable outside temperatures, including high heat, cold, direct sun, humidity, dust, rain , snow, ice, and other weather conditions

Subject to constant repetitive motion, high noise levels, and heavily populated environments

Working at Adventureland is about making people happy! It’s about being independent and having fun, making new friends and earning extra money while doing so. As a Adventureland h ost , you can be the smiling face that makes a great first impression for incoming guests, a cook that serves up tasty treats and culinary delights, a lifeguard who soaks up the sun while keeping guests safe, or a ride operator that keeps guests coming back for more thrills! There are many exciting seasonal job opportunities available to take your summer job to new heights!

Team member benefits:

Adventureland Perks & Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Ability to cross-train and learn unique skills across various departments

Free admission to Adventurelan d Theme Park and select parks on your days off

Invitations to exclusive company-sponsored h ost events throughout the season

We’ve got great jobs for people just starting out in the workforce, looking for a second job or staying active after retirement. If you want a fun, flexible job with an innovative company, look no further than Adventureland. Apply today!

Do not miss the chance to spark your career now!