Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $80,000.00 - $85,000.00
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
Flexible vacation or time away from work
Paid parental leave
paid bereavement leave
cell phone stipend
Paid sick leave
Job Description
SSA Group is a pioneering company specializing in providing integrated services for zoos, aquariums, museums, and other cultural attractions. Known for its dedication to increasing revenue opportunities for partners across the United States, SSA Group leverages over 50 years of experience to optimize dining, retail, admissions, and more for its clients. The company is deeply committed to sustainability, inclusivity, and innovation, aiming to transform the cultural attraction industry through customized best practices tailored uniquely for each partner. Rooted in family values, SSA Group embraces a sense of love and dedication, consistently striving to further the missions of the communities and... Show More
Job Requirements
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods and handle boxes up to 35 lbs
- Ability to work varied hours, including nights, weekends and holidays
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Proven leadership with team building and development
- Exceptional problem solving and organizational skills
- Demonstrated financial management and analytical skills
- Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
- Computer knowledge for basic office functions
Job Qualifications
- Five years chef experience in high volume restaurant, country club, catering or cultural attraction venue
- Culinary Arts degree
- ServSafe certified
- Knowledge of HACCP
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Proven leadership and team development abilities
- Exceptional problem solving and decision-making skills
- Financial management and merchandising skills
- Ability to remain flexible in a fast-paced environment
- Computer proficiency for basic office functions
Job Duties
- Interview, hire, evaluate, reward, and progressively coach kitchen personnel
- Develop culinary training programs and serve as a culinary resource to promote quality food services
- Train kitchen personnel in safe operating procedures and food production principles
- Assist General Manager with forecasting weekly and monthly sales
- Direct and coordinate work of production and dish room staff
- Maintain positive working relationships with client staff
- Manage employees in accordance with State and Federal labor laws
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
- Uphold and demonstrate company policies and procedures
- Ensure exceptional guest service through SSA EXTRA standards
- Supervise period-end inventory for all food and beverage areas
- Direct and participate in daily preparation of menu items and special functions
- Monitor and track proper cooking and holding temperatures
- Establish and oversee maintenance schedules and safety training
- Ensure consistency and high quality in food preparation
- Inspect locations for food quality, appearance, and sanitation
- Manage food product orders, shipping, receiving, and vendor communications
- Evaluate quality of raw food and finished products
- Enforce sanitary practices and comply with food safety regulations
- Process invoices and communicate with office team
- Oversee operation of culinary functions within the unit
- Control food costs, storeroom requisitions, and waste
- Prepare operational reports and analyze sales and inventory
- Manage payroll and budget expectations
- Schedule staff according to budget and business forecast
- Drive sales, per capita, and controllable budget goals
- Incorporate sustainable resources into culinary selections
- Promote an inclusive and supportive team approach
- Support sustainability and conservation efforts
- Engage in community efforts through hiring and outreach
- Perform other tasks as necessary
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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