Restaurant Cook 1, Connecticut

Pay: $0 per hour

At Great Wolf, the Restaurant Cook 1 works in a fast paced, exciting environment to deliver on our commitment to high quality hospitality. The Restaurant Cook 1 prepares food in accordance with recipes set by the executive chef, ensuring meal quality and guest satisfaction.

Hiring immediately with full-time, part-time, and flexible scheduling  

 

Join our Pack:   

•Grow your career: A great place to start or advance your career with cross-training, scholarship fund, and talent development programs at all levels   

•Great Perks: Take advantage of exclusive perks for you, your family, and friends – including discounted vacations and employee referral incentives   

•Learn While You Earn: Gain access to Great Wolf University for on-the-job training, functional, and leadership training   

•Prioritize Your Well-Being: We offer flexible scheduling, access to a holistic wellness program and technology, and support through our Employee Assistance Program and Employee Relief Fund   

•Celebrate Your Uniqueness: Join a team that cheers for diversity and inclusion through programs that make everyone feel welcome and recognized.   

  

Benefits:   

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance   

Health savings account   

Telehealth resources   

Life insurance   

401K with employer match   

Paid vacation time off   

Paid parental leave   

 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Ensure the daily operation of the back of house adheres to operating procedure guidelines

Perform food preparation tasks for all fruits, vegetables, meats, poultry, fish, etc. used in recipes

Prepare all food items per recipe guidelines, tasting and adjusting for flavor with assistance of chef

Ensure back of house area adheres to the highest standards of cleanliness, presentation, and service

Maintain appropriate levels of necessary dishes and utensils; keep all dishware used in cooking and serving clean and sanitary at all times

Monitor supply levels in back of house area and replenish as necessary

Monitor equipment operation, perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot breakdowns, maintain supplies, and call for repairs as necessary

Ensure compliance with all food-handling and sanitation regulations

Basic Qualifications & Skills

Some High School education or equivalent

Must be flexible regarding scheduling based on business demands, including nights, weekends and Holidays as needed

Successful completion of criminal background check and drug screen

Desired Qualifications & Traits

Enrollment in, or willingness to work towards culinary degree

Previous cook experience

Understanding of sanitation-related issues and knowledge of precautions necessary to ensure a clean food preparation environment

Proven teamwork

Projects professional image that inspires trust and confidence

Enthusiastic and positive energy

Physical Requirements

Able to lift up to 30 lbs.

Able to bend, stretch, and twist

Able to stand for long periods of time

Application Instructions:   

Click on “Apply Now” or chat with a recruiter (bottom of your screen on Great Wolf’s website). After a brief application, all qualified applicants will be immediately invited to setup an interview or attend an upcoming hiring event.     

 Position Close Date: 

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and for inquiring about, discussing or disclosing compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Native Americans receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.