Topgolf | Cook
Job Description
ABOUT TOPGOLF
Topgolf is where golf meets a great time. We're a high-energy sports entertainment venue where every shift is different, every guest brings their own energy, and the people who work here make it all happen. If you're looking for a place to grow, have fun, and be part of something bigger than a job description, you're in the right place.
WHAT WE’RE SEEKING
Are you someone who takes pride in every plate, thrives under pressure, and brings your best every single shift? Do you have the technique, the speed, and the attention to detail that separates a good cook from a great one? Can you work multiple stations, execute recipes consistently, and keep your station spotless without being told twice?
We're looking for a Cook who shows up ready, executes with precision, and takes real ownership of their station. You’ll prep, cook, and present food that meets Topgolf’s standards every time — not just on good nights, but every service. If you love working in a fast kitchen and you care about the food you put out, this is your role.
THE ROLE
The Cook is responsible for preparing and executing high-quality food that delights our guests on every visit. This role requires consistency, speed, and a genuine commitment to food quality — across every station, every shift. Whether you’re on grill, fry, pantry, or prep, you bring the same level of care and execution every time.
This role requires a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays, with availability to work extended hours during peak periods, special events, and high-volume seasons.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Execute at Your Station
- Prepare and cook menu items to Topgolf recipes and standards across all assigned stations — Grill, Fry, Pantry, Prep, Flattop, and Sauté
- Execute prep lists completely and on time so the kitchen is fully stocked and ready before service begins
- Plate and present food to Topgolf’s standards on every dish — same quality, same presentation, every time
- Work as a dependable team member, communicating with your fellow cooks and supervisors to keep service moving smoothly
Own Your Station
- Keep your station stocked, organized, and ready — throughout prep and all the way through service
- Follow recipes exactly and maintain consistent food quality and portion accuracy at every station
- Store ingredients properly to prevent spoilage and minimize waste, following all food safety guidelines
- Arrange prepared food in designated areas for retrieval by serving staff accurately and on time
Keep the Kitchen Safe and Clean
- Clean, sanitize, and maintain your work areas, surfaces, utensils, and equipment throughout and after each shift
- Operate all kitchen equipment properly, safely, and report any maintenance concerns to the Chef team promptly
- Follow all food handling, storage, and safety standards in compliance with local health and safety regulations
- Demonstrate Topgolf's Core Values in every interaction: Fun, One Team, Excellence, Courage, and Caring
WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT HERE
- You'll cook in one of the highest-energy culinary environments in entertainment — no two shifts are the same
- You’ll take real ownership of your station and see the direct impact your work has on every guest experience
- You’ll build your culinary skills with support from an experienced chef team that wants to see you grow
- You'll work in a place where great food and a great time go hand in hand
CORE COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS
Being Resilient | You stay focused, keep executing, and bring your best even when service is slammed.
- Remains calm and professional during peak service, high-volume events, and unexpected challenges
- Recovers quickly when things go sideways and helps the team do the same
- Manages the heat — literally and figuratively — without letting pressure affect the quality of your work
- Shows up with the same energy and effort at the start of a shift as at the end — because the guest experience doesn’t change
Communicates Effectively | You listen for direction, speak up when something’s wrong, and keep the line running as one team.
- Listens to instructions from the Chef team and confirms understanding so nothing gets missed during service
- Communicates clearly with fellow cooks and the front-of-house team to keep tickets moving and service on track
- Flags food quality issues, equipment concerns, or supply shortages to the Chef team promptly and directly
- Contributes to a kitchen environment where teamwork is the standard and everyone is set up to succeed
Customer Focus | You know that every plate you send out is part of someone’s experience, and you treat it that way.
- Holds themselves accountable for food quality, presentation, and consistency on every single dish
- Anticipates what the station needs before service and preps accordingly so there are no gaps when it gets busy
- Understands that the guest experience starts in the kitchen and takes pride in being the reason it’s great
- Always looking for ways to improve personal technique, speed, and consistency — and acts on it
Drives Results | You execute with urgency and precision every shift because the standard doesn’t take a night off.
- Holds themselves to high standards for food quality, cleanliness, and execution — on every ticket, every shift
- Completes prep, maintains station readiness, and executes service with a sense of personal ownership and urgency
- Notices when something is off — a technique, a portion, a presentation — and fixes it without being asked
- Takes pride in a kitchen that runs well, looks clean, and puts out great food consistently
QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in a kitchen environment; high-volume or restaurant experience preferred
- Ability to work multiple stations and follow recipe and food safety standards consistently
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must be 18 years of age or older as required by state or local law
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Let's be real — this isn't your typical desk job! Here's what you'll need to do to thrive in this role:
- Ability to remain on your feet and in motion for extended periods throughout the shift, including standing, walking, and moving between stations in a fast-paced kitchen environment; this role operates in a high-volume kitchen and requires sustained physical stamina throughout the duration of each shift
- Ability to lift, carry, and move items up to 50 pounds independently and up to 75 pounds with assistance, including food products, equipment, supplies, and storage items across multiple areas of the kitchen
- Ability to navigate stairs, ramps, and multi-level areas of the venue when transporting food, supplies, or equipment
- Ability to work in varying temperature environments on a frequent basis, including hot kitchen conditions at all stations, walk-in coolers, and freezers
- Ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist motions including cutting, stirring, gripping, and operating kitchen equipment safely and accurately throughout the shift
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a high-energy kitchen environment that may include moderate to high levels of background noise
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment while maintaining focus, food safety standards, and recipe accuracy under pressure
Sounds like a fit? We can’t wait to meet you!
BENEFITS
Free Play & 1/2 price food! Health, dental, vision, 401(k) team member match, free mental well-being platform – and that’s just for starters for those who qualify. View team member benefits here.
ADA
The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of the job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some incumbents assigned to the job to perform a different combination of duties.
EEO Statement
Topgolf is a global sports and entertainment community and is committed to equal opportunity and is firmly committed to preventing discrimination and harassment, including sexual misconduct, based on legally protected diversity characteristics (such as race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family status, citizenship, genetic information and veteran status) in its application and hiring processes and in its employment decisions. As an affirmative action employer, Topgolf also takes steps to prevent retaliation and to create a respectful, equitable and inclusive environment for our Guests, Associates, business partners, vendors, and the communities we serve.
Topgolf is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, genetics or any other category protected under applicable law.
Topgolf Entertainment Group does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our website, employees or Human Resources. Topgolf will not pay fees for unsolicited agency resumes and will not be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of Topgolf Entertainment Group and will be processed accordingly without fee.
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