Cook (Part Time)

Meow Wolf Cook

As ambassadors of the Meow Wolf multiverse, our Cooks champion weirdness, radical inclusion, and the power of creativity to change the world. Reporting to the Food & Beverage Manager, the Cook promotes a continuation of the Meow Wolf experience that transports guests through our menu of experiential culinary offerings. Our cooks prepare a variety of menu items, interact with Food & Beverage Team Members, and assess guest needs and preferences to make menu recommendations.

Hourly Pay for this position is $18/hr.

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook food items according to standardized recipes and menu specifications.
• Follow proper food safety and sanitation procedures to ensure food quality and safety.
• Adhere to portion control guidelines and presentation standards.
• Collaborate with kitchen team members to coordinate food preparation and order execution.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen area, including washing dishes and equipment.
• Assist in food inventory management as needed.
• Comply with all food and beverage regulations.
• Deliver a memorable guest experience through exceptional customer service.
• Restock and replenish kitchen inventory and supplies.
• Remain knowledgeable on menu offerings, ingredients and potential allergens.
• Report emergencies to the manager.
• Respond to injuries and emergencies appropriately.
• Collaborate with other team members to create and maintain a pleasant environment.
• Communicate with others to exchange information.
• Follow and enforce safety rules.
• Maintain composure in stressful situations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Proven experience working as a cook/prep cook.
• Possess a food handler card from an accredited training course, preferably ServSafe.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and teamwork-oriented environment.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Strong service skills and welcoming demeanor required.
• Bilingual preferred, especially but not limited to English and Spanish.

Work Environment: This position works primarily in an indoor kitchen setting.

Physical Demands:

• Moving in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.
• Remaining in a standing position for prolonged periods.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Positioning, lifting, or moving objects up to 50 pounds.

The employee will comply with company and OSHA standard workplace safety protocols. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Schedule:

Schedules are based on business needs. Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays is required.

Supervisory Responsibility:

This position does not require supervisory responsibility.

Travel:

No travel is required for this position.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Meow Wolf is committed to our DIY roots and grassroots community support principles. To document that commitment, we converted our legal designation into a Delaware Public Benefit Corporation and have certified as a B Corporation. As a B Corp, we have a triple bottom line of supporting financial, social and environmental wellbeing in our community.

Meow Wolf is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to ensuring all employees enjoy and thrive in a work environment where differences make us the vibrant, wonderful community we are! All employment decisions at Meow Wolf are based on business need, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, veteran status, service in the military or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance options: PPO & HDHP*
• Dental and Vision Insurance*
• HSA, HRA, and FSA options*
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Company paid Life Insurance Policy and Disability Coverage(s)*
• Voluntary Critical Illness and Life Insurance Policies*
• Company Paid Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Leave for 12 weeks
• Discount off Meow Wolf Gift Shop Merch and Cafes
• Admission to Meow Wolf attractions for employees and guests

*Regular or Project Based Full-time positions