Kitchen Cook

Watikiwaterpark; Box Elder, Northern (SD, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision/life

401k with 3% match after 1 year

Discounts on hotel rooms and dining

Daily pay via ZayZoon

Job summary

WaTiki Indoor Waterpark Resort in Box Elder, SD is seeking a Full-Time Cook for the Sliders Bar and Grill team near Rapid City. The role covers stocking, food prep, cooking main dishes, desserts and snacks, plus plating under senior chef guidance.

You will work with servers to ensure timely, quality meals, maintain cleanliness, and follow food safety standards while supporting a busy kitchen in a popular resort setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED required.
• 2+ years' experience as a Cook in the restaurant industry.
• ServeSafe Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with stocking and setting up the kitchen stations.
• Preparing food including cleaning and cutting the ingredients and cooking main dishes, desserts, appetizers and snacks.
• Plating prepared foods based on senior chef’s guidance.
• Working with servers to ensure that orders are completed according to request and on time.
• Washing and cleaning the kitchen and cooking utensils and storing the equipment at the end of shifts.
• Ensuring that the kitchen operation procedures and hygiene meet food safety standards and regulations.

Skills

Food prep

Kitchen teamwork

Inventory control

Sanitation & hygiene

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Sliders Bar and Grill - Rapid City, SD 57703Salary Range: $16.50 - $20.50 Hourly

Join the team at WaTiki® Indoor Waterpark Resort in Box Elder, SD, we offer a multitude of compelling reasons to make us your workplace of choice:

• Warm and Friendly Atmosphere: Experience a welcoming and inclusive environment with a great team dynamic, fostering camaraderie and support among colleagues.
• Excellent Benefits and Competitive Pay: Enjoy great benefits and competitive pay, ensuring that your hard work and dedication are rewarded accordingly.
• Incentives for Success: Receive incentives for meeting and exceeding budget goals, providing motivation and recognition for your contributions to the resort's success.
• Room for Growth: Discover ample opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the resort, supported by mentoring and guidance from experienced professionals.

Backed by LIV Hospitality:

You'll thrive in your role with our comprehensive support and exclusive perks:

• Hotel Discounts: Enjoy reduced rates at LIV properties for your travels.
• Dining Deals: Get discounts on food and beverages at our outlets.
• WaTiki® Waterpark Passes: Enjoy family passes for WaTiki® Indoor Waterpark.
• Starbucks Offers: Buy one get one free at Liv Hospitality Starbucks.
• Juniper at Vertex Sky Bar Access: Experience Juniper at Vertex with complimentary access.
• AJ's Wicked Salon & Spa: Enjoy 10% off products and services.
• Gaming Benefits: Get $5 Free Play at Cadillac Jack's and Tin Lizzie Gaming Resort.
• Sol Vibe Discounts: Receive 20% off products and services at Sol Vibe.

At WaTiki® Indoor Waterpark Resort, you'll find more than just a job—you'll discover a fulfilling and rewarding career path surrounded by a warm and friendly atmosphere, great benefits, and opportunities for growth. Join us and become part of our dedicated team today.

QualificationsResponsibilities

• Assisting with stocking and setting up the kitchen stations
• Preparing food including cleaning and cutting the ingredients and cooking main dishes, desserts, appetizers and snacks
• Plating prepared foods based on senior chef’s guidance
• Working with servers to ensure that orders are completed according to request and on time
• Washing and cleaning the kitchen and cooking utensils and storing the equipment at the end of shifts
• Ensuring that the kitchen operation procedures and hygiene meet food safety standards and regulations

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED required
• 2+ years' experience as a Cook in the restaurant industry
• Able to read and follow standardized recipes
• Strong knowledge of proper food handling procedures
• Able to work as part of a team in a busy kitchen atmosphere
• ServeSafe Certification preferred

Skills

• Measure and assemble ingredients for menu items
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and Cooks to prepare meals during our dining hours
• Maintain accurate food inventories
• Properly store food items at appropriate temperatures
• Rotate stock items as per established procedures
• Restock kitchen for subsequent shifts
• Ensure that the food prep area and kitchen are cleaned and sanitized at the end of your shift

Benefits for full-time Associates

• Health /dental /vision /life
• 401k plan with 3% match after 1 year of employment
• Company-wide discounts on hotel rooms and restaurants

We offer daily pay to all Associates through ZayZoon!!!

An equal-opportunity employer