Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $80,000.00 - $90,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
401(k) with Company Match
short-term disability
long-term disability
Paid parental leave
paid bereavement leave
cell phone stipend
Paid sick leave
Job Description
SSA Group at Fresno Chaffee Zoo is seeking a highly skilled and passionate Executive Chef to join our dynamic team. SSA Group is a leading company specializing in partnerships with zoos, aquariums, museums, and other cultural attractions across the United States. With over 50 years of experience, SSA Group is recognized for enhancing dining, retail, admissions, and other related services by integrating innovative strategies that increase revenue opportunities for its partners. The company is committed to sustainability, inclusivity, and innovation, which are the core pillars transforming the cultural attraction industry. Our approach is deeply rooted in family values, focusing on... Show More
Job Requirements
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Proven leadership with team building experience
- Exceptional problem solving and decision making skills
- Demonstrated financial management, merchandising, analytical, planning and leadership skills
- Ability to remain flexible in fast-paced environment
- Computer knowledge for basic office functions
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods and move and handle boxes up to 35lbs
- Ability to work varied hours including nights, weekends and holidays
- Minimum of five years chef experience in high volume settings
- Culinary arts degree
- ServSafe certification
- Knowledge of HAACP
Job Qualifications
- Minimum of five years chef experience in high volume restaurant, country club, catering or cultural attraction venue
- Culinary arts degree
- ServSafe certification
- Knowledge of HAACP
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Proven leadership and team building abilities
- Exceptional problem solving and organizational skills
- Financial management and analytical skills
- Ability to remain flexible in fast-paced environments
- Basic computer knowledge for office functions
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods and handle heavy items
- Ability to work varied hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Job Duties
- Interview, hire, evaluate, reward, and coach kitchen personnel as appropriate
- Develop culinary training programs and act as culinary resource
- Train kitchen staff in safe operating procedures and food production practices
- Assist General Manager in forecasting weekly and monthly sales
- Direct and coordinate production and dish room staff
- Maintain positive working relationships with client staff
- Manage employees following state and federal labor laws
- Maintain clean, safe, and organized work environment
- Uphold company policies and procedures
- Deliver SSA EXTRA Guest Service for memorable guest experiences
- Supervise inventory for all food and beverage areas
- Direct and participate in preparation of standard and gourmet food items
- Monitor cooking and holding temperatures
- Establish maintenance schedules and provide safety training
- Ensure high quality and consistency of food and plan menus
- Inspect food preparation areas for quality and cleanliness
- Place food product orders and communicate with vendors
- Evaluate quality of raw and finished food products
- Enforce sanitary practices and food safety regulations
- Process invoices and ensure vendor payments
- Manage all culinary operational functions
- Control food costs and reduce waste
- Prepare operational reports and make recommendations
- Analyze sales and inventory data
- Manage payroll and controllable profit
- Schedule staff according to budget and forecast
- Achieve sales, per capita, and budget goals
- Incorporate sustainable resources into menu selections
- Promote inclusivity and support within the unit
- Lead sustainability and conservation efforts
- Engage in community outreach and hiring initiatives
- Perform other tasks as necessary
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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