Line Cook

Line Cooks at the Whitewater Center

Line Cooks at the Whitewater Center are responsible for cooking and preparing a variety of food products according to specified recipes and guest specifications. Line Cooks are on-site, and can either be hired as full-time hourly, benefits eligible employees or part-time hourly employees reporting directly to the Executive Chef.

Responsibilities

• Safely prepare a variety of food products using various kitchen equipment including, but not limited to, broilers, ovens, grills, fryers, and sharp knives.
• Understand and consistently comply with portion sizes and recipe specifications as described on recipe cards.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation including tables, shelves, walls, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range, and refrigeration equipment.
• Operate and read a kitchen display system to create dishes according to guest specifications.
• Be able to fill in as needed to ensure smooth and efficient operation within the kitchen.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• No prior restaurant experience is needed.
• Must have excellent communication skills.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and during Whitewater events as needed.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to work outdoors for sustained periods of time in all weather and environmental conditions.
• Must be able to lift and carry at least 50 pounds.
• Must be able to bend, stand, lean, and kneel on a regular basis and for sustained periods of time.
• Must be able to safely self-transport over uneven terrain or in a confined space.
• Must be able to work in shared spaces with other employees and customers.
• All positions as Whitewater require employees to report and work onsite at Whitewater locations.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-2 years kitchen experience in a fast-paced, casual dining environment.

Benefits

• Access to the Whitewater Center's pass activities
• Staff discount program and pro deals
• 401K
• Health, Dental, Vision, FSA (FT Only)

Overview of Department

The Food and Beverage Department delivers exceptional, chef-driven culinary service to Whitewater guests. Whitewater is home to diverse and ever-evolving food and beverage outlets, including full-service and fast-casual dining options. In addition, the Food and Beverage Department oversees catering for private events and Adventure Dining.

Working at Whitewater

Whitewater's mission is rooted in the belief that we all share a genetic code that compels us to play outside and share these experiences with others. This mission is accomplished through promoting access and opportunities to play outside and bring people together. Our approach is simple: Make it compelling and easy to engage with nature and invite others to join.

Legal Disclosures

The Whitewater Center provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the Whitewater Center complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

NOTICE: Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. The Whitewater Center is an employer that participates in the E-Verify program.