About the employer
Wilderness at the Smokies is a large waterpark resort and family adventure center in Sevierville, Tennessee, a popular tourist area near the Smoky Mountains. It is home to the Wild WaterDome, Tennessee's largest indoor waterpark, plus two outdoor waterparks, lazy rivers and numerous water slides, as well as Soaky Mountain Waterpark.
As a seasonal employee, you will work in a busy, international environment and meet students from all over the world. Perks include discounts to area attractions, discounted meals, retail outlet discounts, and the chance to swim in the waterpark on approved days.
The job as F&B Cook
What you'll do
- Prepares, arranges and continually rotates food accordingly, first in, first out, including preparations and food presentations, ensuring adherence to Health Department policies and procedures
- Cleans and maintains kitchen as directed by management, in conjunction with Health Department policies and procedures
- Reports and documents any observed or known safety hazards, conditions, or unsafe practices and procedures to management immediately
- Stores and handles food properly, following Health Department requirements
- Grills, cooks and fries food
- Plans orders to ensure all items of an order are finished at the same time where possible
- Adheres to Wilderness at the Smokies standards for guest service
- Refers guest problems or complaints to supervisor according to Wilderness at the Smokies guest problem resolution 'Trail Guide'
- Trains associates properly as directed by management
- Performs proper rotations, day dotting, organization and putting truck away
- Performs all other duties as assigned by management
What is required
Pay and hours
Housing
Housing is employer-provided and located on the Wilderness at the Smokies property at 305 Gist Creek Rd, Sevierville, TN, so you live right at your workplace. Units are assigned by gender and shared by 4 participants with a shared bathroom. Each unit has WiFi, a mini fridge, microwave and a private closet (bring your own lock), plus a shared kitchen in each building and laundry facilities on site.
Location: Sevierville, Tennessee
Why Sevierville, Tennessee?
Sevierville sits at the gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the most visited national park in the United States. You’ll be minutes away from Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg — a legendary strip of theme parks, mini-golf, live music, pancake houses and the famous Dollywood.
On your days off, hike to waterfalls, swim in mountain rivers, ride the SkyLift, or explore hidden trails with your new international friends. Nashville, Knoxville, Asheville and Atlanta are all within easy road-trip distance — perfect for weekend adventures and your post-program travel month.
About Tennessee
Tennessee's Smoky Mountains and towns like Gatlinburg buzz with resorts, music and attractions. Students work in mountain resorts, hotels and restaurants in one of the South's most popular getaways.
Ready to Cook Up the Best Summer of Your Life?
Spots at popular Smoky Mountain resorts fill up fast. Apply today for the F&B Cook position at Wilderness At The Smokies and start your American adventure — mountains, water parks, new friends and real work experience included.
