Cook – Parks & Rec

MadTree Parks & Rec is the boldest evolution of the MadTree hospitality experience; a 27,000 sq. ft. campus intentionally designed to connect people to nature and each other.

• →Prepare and execute menu items including pizzas, nachos, sandwiches, and salads.
• →Operate and maintain key equipment including pizza ovens, conveyor ovens, flattop grills, fryers, and food processors.
• →Handle specialized tools including pizza peels, dough dockers, and portion scales.
• →Maintain consistent quality standards in presentation and taste.
• →Follow recipes and portion controls accurately.
• →Operate in multiple kitchen stations including prep, pizza, sandwich, and expo.
• →Practice proper food handling and storage procedures.
• →Ensure proper cleaning and maintenance of all kitchen equipment.
• →Maintain clean and organized work stations.
• →Support prep tasks and kitchen projects as needed.
• →Communicate effectively with kitchen and service team members.
• →Monitor food quality and freshness.
• →Execute opening and closing duties as assigned.
• →Maintain knowledge of allergens and dietary restrictions.
• →Assist with the preparation, cooking, and plating of food, according to recipes and specifications for Private Events of up to 300 people.
• →Practice proper safety and sanitation procedures.
• →Participate in training and knowledge development programs.
• →Be ready and willing to help with other kitchen duties as needed.
• →Spend time volunteering (paid) for MadTree Impact initiatives with excitement, encouraging your teammates to do the same.

• →Food Passion: Demonstrates enthusiasm for cooking and food preparation.
• →Quality Focus: Maintains high standards in food preparation and presentation.
• →Team Player: Works effectively in a collaborative kitchen environment.
• →Organization Master: Maintains clean, efficient work areas.
• →Recipe Expert: Follows standardized recipes and portions accurately.
• →Multi-tasker: Handles multiple orders while maintaining quality.
• →Communication Pro: Coordinates effectively with kitchen, service teams, and leadership, facilitating clear communication channels across all organizational levels.
• →Safety Champion: Ensures adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
• →Time Management: Efficiently prioritizes tasks during service periods.

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in hot environments.
• Ability to frequently reach, bend, and use hands and arms.
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• The work environment is usually that of a restaurant kitchen.
• The work environment includes exposure to heat and steam.
• The employee frequently works with kitchen equipment.
• The employee frequently works on wet floors and with hot surfaces.
• The position requires extended periods of standing and walking.