COTALAND Cook - Tipped

About the role

We are seeking a skilled Cook to join our food & beverage team at COTALAND, an amusement park with over 30 attractions and experiences located at the Circuit of The Americas (COTA) in Austin, TX. COTA is a 365-entertainment destination hosting world-class events including the Formula 1 US Grand Prix, NASCAR, MotoGP, and over 30 headline concerts annually.

Responsibilities

• Perform food prep work to ensure efficient cooking during service hours.
• Manage inventory levels and communicate with management regarding supply needs.
• Maintain high standards of quality control to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Ensure cleanliness and sanitation standards are upheld in accordance with health regulations.
• Cook orders promptly as they come in, while maintaining accuracy and consistency.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and contribute to a cohesive team environment.
• Adapt to a fast-paced environment, handling multiple tasks efficiently.
• Prepare and cook menu items accurately, efficiently, and consistently in a high-volume setting.
• Follow written recipes, production sheets, and verbal instructions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation throughout service.
• Assist with opening, closing, restocking, and cleaning duties as assigned.
• Handle special dietary requests, including food allergies and other accommodations.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Previous experience as a cook, line cook, or kitchen team member in a high-volume food service environment.
• Basic knowledge of cooking techniques, knife skills, and food preparation methods.
• Valid food handler certification.
• Ability to read and follow recipes, production sheets, and verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and consistency.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and during large-scale events as required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Skills

• Knowledge of basic cooking techniques, food preparation methods, and proper knife handling.
• Knowledge of food safety practices, sanitation standards, and safe food handling procedures (including temperature control and cross-contamination prevention).
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment operation, including grills, fryers, ovens, and food preparation tools.
• Familiarity with recipe execution, portion control, and food presentation standards.
• Strong knife skills and food preparation skills to support high-volume service.
• Effective time-management and multitasking skills during peak service periods.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills to coordinate with kitchen and service staff.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing menus, service demands, and event-driven schedules.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure while maintaining a positive attitude and professional behavior.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Ability to stand, sit, use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to squat, bend, twist, push/pull.
• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision and distance vision.
• Work in extreme outdoor environments throughout the year.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud during events.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.