Line Cook APO - Kookaburra Kitchen

Entertainment Places; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 1,653,000 - 2,480,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free park admission

Discounts on park tickets for family &

Employee discounts on food & merch

Scholarship opportunities

Exclusive employee events

Job summary

SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment in Orlando is seeking a culinary professional to support event catering duties, including menu item production, food preparation and delivery coordination for special events.

The role requires strong teamwork, physical stamina and the ability to work in a fast-paced park environment. A high school diploma is preferred, with culinary certification optional, and weekend/holiday availability is expected.

Qualifications

• Five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong written/verbal communication skills.
• 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.
• Must be able to positively interact with park guests and co workers 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.
• Resume Required.
• Availability to include up to 29 hours per week, 3-4 days a week to include weekends, holidays, early mornings, late evenings, and night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate production of menu items for special events.
• Adjust food quantity to accommodate park guest attendance.
• Enthusiastically represent the company with a positive attitude and high energy.
• Lead the team in daily operations and during special events when head chef or management are absent.
• Read menu to estimate food requirements and order from supplier or storage.
• Oversee delivery and coordination of food delivery to event sites.
• Adjust thermostat controls to regulate oven temperatures.
• Measure and mix ingredients to prepare quantities for events.
• Bake, roast, broil and steam meats, fish, vegetables and other foods.
• Add seasoning to foods during mixing or cooking.
• Taste and test foods to ensure standards are met.
• Portion foods on plates and garnish to fulfill orders.
• Provide excellent customer service and respond to guest needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food service experience

Math skills

Communication

Physical strength

Multitasking

Guest interaction

Team player

Positive attitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary certificate

Job description

Ready to dive into an exciting, one-of-a-kind opportunity? When it comes to your work, do you want to do more than just get your feet wet? At our water park, you'll play a key role in helping us deliver a memorable and positive experience for our guests. If you're passionate, positive and hard-working, wed love to have you join our team!

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 five 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 co workers 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 29 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.