Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $60,000.00 - $70,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
401(k) with Company Match
short-term disability insurance
long-term disability insurance
Paid parental leave
paid bereavement leave
Flexible vacation
Paid sick leave
cell phone stipend
Job Description
SSA Group at Gathering Place is a distinguished company specializing in enhancing the guest experience at zoos, aquariums, museums, and other cultural attractions by integrating dining, retail, admissions, and more. With over 50 years of experience, SSA Group has established itself as a leader in increasing revenue opportunities for its partners across the United States. The company prides itself on its foundational pillars of sustainability, inclusivity, and innovation, continually transforming the cultural attraction industry through customized best practices tailored to each partner's unique needs. Built by families for families, SSA Group embodies a family-oriented dedication and love that extends to... Show More
Job Requirements
- Five years chef experience in high volume restaurant, country club, catering or cultural attraction venue
- Culinary Arts degree
- ServSafe certified
- Knowledge of HAACP
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills including ability to articulate to clients, Resident Area General Manager and HQ personnel
- Proven leadership skills with understanding of team building and development
- Exceptional problem solving and decision making skills
- Demonstrates financial management, merchandising, analytical, planning and leadership skills
- Demonstrates ability to remain flexible in fast-paced environment
- Computer knowledge and skill level for basic office functions
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods and handle boxes up to 35lbs
- Ability to work varied hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
Job Qualifications
- Culinary Arts degree
- ServSafe certified
- Knowledge of HAACP
- Five years chef experience in high volume restaurant, country club, catering or cultural attraction venue
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Proven leadership skills with understanding of team building and development
- Exceptional problem solving and decision making skills
- Demonstrates financial management, merchandising, analytical, planning and leadership skills
- Demonstrates flexibility in a fast-paced environment
- Computer knowledge and skill for basic office functions
- Ability to work varied hours including nights, weekends and holidays
Job Duties
- Interview, hire, evaluate, reward, and progressively coach kitchen personnel as appropriate
- Develop culinary training programs for food production employees and serve as a culinary resource to promote quality food services
- Train kitchen personnel in safe operating procedures of all equipment, utensils, and machinery, as well as food production principles and practices
- Assist General Manager with accurate forecast of weekly and monthly sales as necessary
- Direct and coordinate the work of production and dish room staff
- Maintain a close relationship with the client's staff to ensure a positive working relationship
- Manage employees in accordance with State and Federal labor laws
- Maintain a clean, safe and organized work environment
- Uphold and demonstrate a complete understanding of company policies and procedures
- Perform the steps of SSA EXTRA Guest Service to ensure a memorable experience for every guest and client
- Supervise period end inventory for all food and beverage areas
- Direct and participate in the daily preparation of standard and gourmet food items
- Supervise and participate in the preparation and display of menu items for special functions
- Monitor and track proper cooking and holding temperatures
- Establish maintenance schedules in conjunction with manufacturer's instructions for all equipment
- Provide safety training in lifting, carrying, hazardous material control, chemical control, and basic first aid
- Facilitate the maintenance and repairs of facility and equipment
- Ensure overall consistency and high quality across the various operations
- Plan menus based on market trends, customer preferences, and nutritional considerations
- Design recipes, determine appropriate ingredients, and specify individual serving portions
- Inspect all locations to observe quality of food preparation and service, food appearance, and cleanliness and sanitation of production and service areas, equipment and employee appearance
- Place all food product orders and assist with shipping, receiving, and distribution
- Maintain communication with vendors
- Evaluate the quality of raw food and finished products
- Implement and enforce sanitary practices for food handling, cleanliness, and maintenance of kitchen and dining areas
- Comply with all food safety regulations and practices
- Process invoices to office team, ensuring smooth communication so that all vendors are paid within terms
- Manage all operational functions of the culinary aspects within the unit's operation
- Control food cost within HQ purchasing specifications, storeroom requisition systems, product storage requirements, standardization recipes, and waste control procedures
- Prepare operational reports and analyses setting forth progress, trends, and recommendations
- Analyze sales and inventory to maximize opportunities
- Manage payroll and controllable profit within established guidelines
- Schedule appropriate staff levels in accordance with budget and business forecast
- Set precedent to achieve sales, per cap, and controllable budgets
- Incorporate sustainable resources into culinary selections
- Promote an inclusive and supportive approach at the unit
- Support unit in being an example for company and client guidelines regarding sustainability and conservation efforts
- Display knowledge of sustainability efforts in business application and provide teaching opportunities to staff
- Support SSA and the unit in driving community efforts through hiring, engagement activities, and giving back
- Perform other tasks as deemed necessary
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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