Cook, Senior

Entertainment Places; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free park admission

Discounts on park tickets for family &

Employee events and giveaways

Job summary

Busch Gardens Tampa is seeking a Senior Cook for part-time, event-driven kitchen operations. You will coordinate menu production, adjust portions for large park events, oversee deliveries, and prepare a wide range of dishes while maintaining quality and safety standards.

The role requires 2 years of related experience, strong communication, and the ability to lift up to 55 pounds in a fast-paced environment. Availability includes weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must have two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have strong written/verbal communication skills.
• Must have strong basic math skills.
• Must be able to lift/move up to 55 pounds.
• Must be able to stand for prolonged periods and work in hot/cold environments.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate production of menu items for special events.
• Adjust food quantity to accommodate park guest attendance.
• Oversee delivery and coordination of food delivery to event sites.
• Read menu to estimate food requirements and orders food from supplier.
• Bake, roast, broil and steam meats, fish, vegetables and other foods.
• Portion food on serving plates and garnish to fulfill orders.
• Ensure excellent customer service by responding to guest needs.

Skills

Experience

Communication

Math skills

Lifting 55 lbs

Education

High school diploma

Culinary certificate

Job description

Cook, Senior page is loaded## Cook, Seniorlocations: Busch Gardens Tampatime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR127266Busch Gardens is a place of thrills, fun and positive, lasting memories. And that's just what its like to work here! As a key member of our team, you'll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If you're dedicated, dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service, this is a place for you!**Compensation Rate: $17.25** **per hour (Eligible for Tipped Pool Program)****What you get to do:*** Coordinate production of menu items for special events.* Adjust food quantity to accommodate park guest attendance.* Enthusiastically represent the company by displaying a positive attitude, maintaining a high level of energy and commitment to quality throughout all aspects of the job.* Assist in leading the team in daily operations, as well as special events, whenever head chef or other management as assigned are not present* Read menu to estimate food requirements and orders food from supplier or procures food from storage.* Oversee delivery and coordination of food delivery to event sites.* Adjust thermostat controls to regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, roasters and steam kettles.* Measure and mix ingredients according to recipe to prepare quantity of foods for special events.* Bake, roast, broil and steam meats, fish, vegetables and other foods.* Add seasoning to foods during mixing or cooking.* Observe and test foods being cooked by tasting, smelling; determine if item is cooked within standards.* Portion food on serving plates, add gravies, sauces and garnishes to fulfill orders.* Ensure excellent customer service by responding to customer requirements, expectations and needs.* Other duties as assigned.**What it takes to succeed:*** Must have two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.* Must have strong written/verbal communication skills.* Must have strong basic math skills.* Must be able to lift/move up to 55 pounds.* Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time in hot and/or cold environments.* Must regularly use hands and fingers, reach with hands and arms, handle, feel, stoop, crawl or kneel.* Must be able to handle multiple tasks and work in a fast-paced environment.* Must be able to work indoors and in outside weather conditions (i.e., sunny, wet and/or humid conditions).* Must be able to positively interact with park guests and coworkers of all ages, different ethnic/cultural backgrounds and/or language, and individuals with special needs.* Must be able to successfully pass relevant food handler exams.* High school diploma or equivalent preferred.* Culinary certificate preferred.* Resume Required.* Availability to include up to 28 hours per week, 3-4 days a week to include weekends, holidays, early mornings, late evenings, and night shifts.The perks of the position: Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment, and great teammates, as well as:* FREE park admission* Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends* Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.* Scholarship opportunities* Exclusive employee events and giveaways**EEO Employer:**SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.United Parks & Resorts is a world-renowned leader in the themed-park and entertainment industry. Our success is built on a passion for caring for animals and a dedication to delivering positive, memorable experiences to people from around the world. We're also committed to helping ambitious people achieve their professional best. We're always seeking exceptionally skilled and knowledgeable individuals for a variety of roles throughout our organization.