Food & Beverage Host

Herschend Family Entertainment Co.; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 15,153 - 20,664; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

FREE Season Admission to Wild Adventures for You and One Guest

Complimentary Tickets To Give To Others

Exclusive Team Member Events

Park Wide Discounts

Internal Promotions / Career Development Opportunities

Team Member Recognition and Prizes

Wholesome, family-oriented work environment

Job summary

Herschend Family Entertainment Co. is seeking team members for various kitchen operations in Valdosta, Georgia. Candidates will create memorable experiences for guests while ensuring kitchen safety and efficiency. Duties include food preparation, equipment operation, and cleanliness.

All interested applicants must be in pursuit of a high school diploma or GED. No prior experience is necessary, and candidates should demonstrate friendliness and accountability.

Qualifications

• Less than high school education.
• Must be able to operate and understand the park's point of sale system.
• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and interpret documents in English.

Responsibilities

• Exceed guest expectations by creating memorable experiences.
• Handle money accurately and efficiently.
• Operate various kitchen equipment safely.
• Clean and sanitize work areas and kitchen equipment.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Friendly

Energetic

Customer Oriented

Detail Oriented

Accountability

Safety Awareness

Education

In pursuit of high school diploma or GED

Job description

• "Create Memories Worth Repeating" for our Guests by exceeding guest expectations
• Handle money with accuracy and efficiency, and give correct change
• Operation of variety of kitchen equipment including fryers, steamers, ovens, and possibly slicers
• Take and record temperature of food and food storage areas such as refrigerators and freezers
• Clean and sanitize work areas, guest eating areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, or silverware, as well as sweep, scrub or mop the floor and clean windows as needed
• Completes all applicable department paperwork accurately and thoroughly
• Properly label and store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage
• Inform supervisors when equipment is not working properly, and when food and supplies are getting low, requisition needed supplies
• Enforces and adheres to all park, location, and safety policies and procedures
• Ability to wear appropriate job-specific personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Knows, follows, and enforces all department safety standards
• Remove trash and clean kitchen garbage containers
• Practice proper sanitation techniques including wearing mandated sanitation items such as gloves and hairnets
• Complete PCI training; perform in a manner compliant with company policies and procedures, including cash and credit card handling
• Protect company assets: money, merchandise, equipment. Maintain accurate records and loss prevention techniques by reporting any shoplifting, counterfeit bills, or any other activities that may be detrimental to the park
• Must be willing to work outside his or her zone of assignment to fulfill general park needs on occasion
• Ensure compliance with all Herschend Family Entertainment and Wild Adventures policies and procedures
• Represents the company to guests and other team members in a positive and friendly manner
• Satisfies Wild Adventure’s standards for performance and conduct. For example, reports to work regularly and on time
• Perform other duties as assigned

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competency Statement(s)

• Friendly - Ability to exhibit a cheerful demeanor toward others.
• Energetic - Ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality work.
• Enthusiastic - Ability to bring energy to the performance of a task.
• Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures.
• Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Ethical - Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.
• Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Relationship Building - Ability to effectively build relationships with customers and co-workers.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education: Less than high school education

Experience: No prior experience necessary

Computer Skills: Must be able to operate and understand the park's point of sale

Certifications & Licenses:

Other Requirements: Candidate must be in pursuit of a high school diploma and/or GED. Candidate must also possess the ability to read, write, comprehend, and interpret all documents, training or otherwise using the English language.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Position requires outdoor work in all weather conditions and in presence of dust and odors. Team Members are susceptible to the exposure of various chemicals, bodily fluids and blood borne pathogens, prolonged exposure to sunlight, or rainy conditions.

BEYOND PAYDAY PERKS

• FREE Season Admission to Wild Adventures For You and One Guest
• Complimentary Tickets To Give To Others
• Exclusive Team Member Events
• Park Wide Discounts
• Internal Promotions / Career Development Opportunities
• Team Member Recognition and Prizes
• Wholesome, family-oriented work environment

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.