This is not your typical kitchen job. You will cook, serve and interact with customers in groups of 2 or 3 at a time. This is a food truck stationed within The Adventure Park at Sandy Spring (TheAdventurePark.com). We are a happy company serving happy and hungry climbers. Free climbing in your off time! Customers order on a kiosk, so your contact with customers is mostly answering questions and handing them their food. You will alternate between being a chef, server, and customer service representative. You will need to have a friendly disposition and have a willingness to learn. We are currently hiring for the spring season of weekends and the week of Spring Break (4/18 to 4/21) along with special week day openings with the option to increase potential hours in the Summer. We are open 7 days a week in the summer and weekends in the spring and fall, as well as school holidays.
Do you have your own reliable transportation? Public transportation to The Adventure Park is not a viable option for this job.Hours of operation:
The Adventure Park is a seasonal outdoor recreation facility operating from mid March through mid December. During the Spring and Fall, the Park is open Friday, Saturday, Sunday and most holidays and school breaks. During the Summer, the Park is open 7 days a week. The food truck generally opens between 11am and 7pm on weekdays and 11am to 9pm on weekends. Depending on the Park’s daily schedule other hours outside of normal operating hours may be required for deep cleaning or other operational needs.Responsibilities:
- Learn and comply consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, menu specifications, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures.
- Handles, stores and rotates all products properly.
- Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service.
- Maintains a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, grills, fryers, hot hold well, flat top grill, Turbochef ovens, refrigeration and freezer equipment.
- Assists others in opening/closing the kitchen/truck.
- Prepare quality pizzas, burgers, fries, etc. consistently, quickly, and accurately
- Effectively handle guest complaints or issues
- Monitor stock and notify manager when there are shortages
- All staff are cross-trained to cook and work the counter, and all shifts require cleaning, dishwashing, and prep.
- Performs additional responsibilities as requested
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1+ years of experience in customer service
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Able to work nights, weekends, and holidays. This does not mean that you must work every weekend or every holiday, but those are the times we are open and the hours we need to staff the truck.
- Have a commitment to quality service and food
- Be able to lift at least 20 pounds regularly and frequently reach, crouch, squat + bend
- Be able to work in differing weather/ truck temperatures and conditions
- Be able to work in freezers and walk-in coolers
- Be able to stand for extended periods of time
- Be able to exert well-paced mobility for up to 8 hours or as needed
- Be able to work in a team environment and be willing to take direction
- Be able to tolerate potential allergens, including tree nut, egg, dairy, gluten, and soy
- We are a drug-free workplace located on a smoke-free campus.
Benefits:
- Pay ranges from $16.50 to $ 20.00 plus shared tips!
- Opportunity to climb for free on your days off!
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid training
Shift:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Weekend shift
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Cooking: 1 year (Preferred)
- Customer Service: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
License/Certification:
- Food Safety Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
COVID-19 considerations: Customers place their orders and pay on a Toast Terminal located outside the food trailer, or on their phones.Hours per week:
This Job Is:
- A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply
- A “Fair Chance” job (you or the employer follow Fair Chance hiring practices when performing background checks)
- A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more
- Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma
- An Equal Opportunity Employer.