City: Shakopee
Wage per hour: $17.00
Hours per week: 40
Housing per week: $56.91
Tipped?: No
Overtime Available: Maybe

Position description: Prep Cooks are responsible for preparing and cooking orders per recipe guidelines, preparing batters, slicing meats and vegetables. You will be in charge of restocking and maintaining workstations to assure plenty of product is always available, and for cleaning of all workstations at the end of the day, including sweeping and mopping of floors.

Additional Description: A day at Valleyfair can work up quite an appetite for our guests. Tempting treats and restaurants throughout the park are sure to satisfy our visitors! Our Food and Beverage options range from hearty meals to sweet treats. Chicken, Tacos, Cotton Candy and French Fries are just a few of the many items served throughout the park. Working in the Food Department provides an opportunity to prepare, cook or serve these satisfying options to our guests. Additional responsibilities include keeping work areas clean and well maintained. You will assist in providing prompt, friendly and courteous service while using suggestive selling techniques at the register. All associates in this department must be comfortable handling and working with food and will be required to complete and pass ServSafe Food Safety Certification.

In the area: There are many activities and events located throughout the Twin Cities during the summer months. Students can visit the Mall of America, museums, zoos, sports games and enjoy many outdoor parks and lakes. Nightlife in Downtown Minneapolis is another opportunity to explore city life. Participants may also enjoy a trip to Duluth and the North Shore of Minnesota (transportation not included).