Cook (Seasonal - 2026)

Big Rivers Waterpark & Adventures; New Caney (TX); On-site; USD 13,776 - 19,286; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Park Admission

Exclusive Discounts

Team Member Recognition

End-of-Season Bash

Development Opportunities

Holiday Work Opportunities

Job summary

A recreational waterpark and entertainment venue is seeking a Cook (Seasonal - 2026) responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of food items from scratch. Key duties include ensuring high-quality food service through cooking techniques like grilling, baking, and frying. Applicants should possess strong attention to detail, hygiene practices, and the ability to work as part of a team, ensuring a delightful guest experience. Attractive benefits such as free park admission are included.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow recipes and cooking procedures accurately.
• Must maintain good personal hygiene and safe food practices.
• Knowledge of restaurant chemicals and their safe usage.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items including meats, vegetables, and dishes from scratch.
• Operate various cooking equipment and tools safely.
• Ensure sanitation and safe cooking procedures are followed.

Skills

Basic understanding of kitchen operations

Manual dexterity

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Good hygiene practices

Tools

Standard commercial kitchen equipment

Kitchen knives

Job description

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Line Cook – Job Type: Seasonal – Starting Wage: $10.00/Hour – $14.00/Hour – Season Team Member Benefits

Job Summary

Cooks are responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of food items from scratch, including slicing and dicing vegetables, trimming proteins, and preparing fruits, salads, and other menu items. Duties include cooking, grilling, searing, smoking, braising, baking, and deep-frying to ensure high-quality food service to guests. Cooks must be able to follow recipes and adhere to daily procedures specific to their assigned station. Areas of service include Big Red’s BBQ, Pizza Spot, where freshly made pizzas are prepared using a belt-driven impinger oven; and Armadillo Grill, serving burgers and other grill fare. This role requires attention to detail, consistency, and a commitment to delivering an excellent guest experience through quality food preparation.

Essential Functions

• Basic understanding of kitchen operations utilizing a variety of cooking equipment and tools.
• Must be able to operate standard commercial kitchen equipment in a safe manner following procedures and guidelines established by Management.
• Handle kitchen knives and equipment safely for your protection and the protection of others.
• Must maintain good personnel hygiene throughout entire shift, performing safe food practices up to and including use of hairnets, head covering, latex gloves.
• Proper handwashing numerous times throughout entire shift is required.
• Ensure sanitation procedures and safe cooking procedures are followed at all times.
• Follow recipes and cooking procedures provided through both oral and written instruction without any deviation unless approved by Management.
• Must have knowledge of restaurant chemicals and how to properly use those chemicals in a food service environment.
• Must have manual dexterity of hands to grasp, pinch, cradle, hold various kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Multi‑task while being attentive to guests and remain flexible to the needs of the business.
• Work as part of a team and take initiative independent of direct supervision.
• Follow all company policies and procedures while protecting company assets.
• Maintain the overall cleanliness of the park.
• Report any theft or suspicious activity to management.
• Maintain clean and tidy checkout areas.
• Take pride in wardrobe & appearance.
• Assist other departments as staffing needs require.

Benefits

• Free Park Admission: Enjoy unlimited access to Big Rivers on your days off.
• Exclusive Discounts: Save on meals, gift shop items, tickets and more throughout the park.
• Team Member Recognition: Be eligible for perks like Team Member of the Week, incentives, and appreciation events.
• End‑of‑Season Bash: Celebrate with fellow team members at our annual event, featuring games, raffles, prizes, and more.
• Development Opportunities: Gain experience in guest services, safety, teamwork, and more.
• Holiday Work Opportunities: Qualify to join our Halloween and Christmas events based on end‑of‑season evaluations.

Schedule and Shift Availability

• 8‑10 hour shifts
• Day shift
• Evening shift

BRTX, LLC is an E‑Verify participating company. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.