Cook; Seasonal

Posting

Title:

Cook (Seasonal)

Requisition Number: R239541

Location:

Dallas, Texas

Job Category:
Retail and Merchandising

CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER.It's our heritage and it's also our future. Because we don't just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard-when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day.

We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers.

The American Girl Retail team is integral in providing lifetime memories to American Girl fans and their families. Our experiential retail stores provide shopping destinations like no other. This requires Innovation, Collaboration, and Execution from all who are a part of this division. Our in-store experiences range depending on location from Girl and Doll Salons, Full-Service Restaurants, Personal Shopping, Ear Piercing (Girl and Doll), hosting Parties/Celebrations to name a few.

Expect a dynamic and fast-paced role where you get to make decisions that impact the team as well as our customers.

The Cook is located at the AG Retail location and reports directly to the Restaurant Manager. Responsible for preparing food according to recipes and quality standards, maintaining a safe and sanitary kitchen, supporting all station operations, and working as part of a positive, team-focused environment.

• Prep and prepare recipes consistently, efficiently, and in proper quantities to support business levels.
• Ensure line station set-up standards and recipe guidelines are followed; knowledge of all stations to act as back-up.
• Perform opening, closing, and side duties established by the restaurant/kitchen supervisors.
• Ensure proper food safety and workplace safety procedures are followed.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of all areas including the removal of garbage, sweeping and wet mopping, washing counter tops and equipment on a daily basis.
• Work collaboratively with the team to build a positive work environment.

• Demonstrated agrowth mindset by staying curious and continuously learning, embracing challenges, and improving themselves.
• A certification for an accredited or recognized culinary school, college, or comparable institution, preferred.
• Certified in local food preparation safety and sanitation standards.
• May be required to perform diverse physical tasks, including constant standing and walking, heavy lifting (30-50 lbs), etc.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays.

American Girl is subsidiary of Mattel, a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:

• We collaborate:Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.
• We innovate:At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
• We execute:We are a performance-driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best-in-class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.

We embrace a flexible work model designed to empower a culture of growth, optimism, and wellbeing, where every employee can reach their full potential. Combining purposeful in-person collaboration with flexibility, our focus is to optimize performance and drive connection for moments that matter.

American Girl is a premium brand for girls and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAT,), a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie, Hot…