Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $75,900.00 - $104,600.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Family passes
Complimentary tickets
Free parking at the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Local and in-house discounts
Employee assistance program
Wellness Program
Job Description
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a renowned nonprofit organization dedicated to global wildlife conservation and education. With over a century of experience in animal care, veterinary science, nutrition, and conservation, the Alliance inspires a passion for nature and aims to create a world where all life thrives. Through innovation and partnerships, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance supports cutting-edge conservation efforts worldwide while offering millions of visitors an opportunity to experience conservation in action at the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park. The organization fosters community involvement and awareness by sharing compelling stories about wildlife preservation and... Show More
Job Requirements
- 7+ years progressive culinary leadership experience
- 5+ years experience as Executive Chef or Executive Sous Chef in a large, multi-unit environment
- Experience in fine dining, catering, high volume quick service preferred
- Bachelor's Degree graduate and certification from an accredited culinary program or equivalent specialized training preferred
- ServSafe Certificate within 90 days required
Job Qualifications
- 7+ years progressive culinary leadership experience
- 5+ years experience as Executive Chef or Executive Sous Chef in a large, multi-unit environment
- Experience in fine dining, catering, high volume quick service preferred
- Bachelor's Degree graduate and certification from an accredited culinary program or equivalent specialized training preferred
- Culinary degree preferred
- ServSafe Certificate within 90 days required
- Strong working knowledge of food quality and profitability best practices
- Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines with high level organization and professionalism
- Demonstrated ability to handle highly complex situations with tact and diplomacy
- Able to communicate effectively verbally and written
- Strong working knowledge of industry trends and best practices
- Knowledge of kitchen equipment and kitchen tools
- Demonstrated ability to lead highly effective and diverse teams
- Able to operate moderately complex computer software programs
Job Duties
- Responsible for menu creation, planning and banquet/full-service dining execution
- Ensure quality standards are upheld at all Banquet and full-service restaurant and provide culinary guidance to all Quick Service restaurants
- Collaborate with CEO office, Event Sales, Philanthropy and Operations teams for optimal culinary experiences including menu creation for VIP events
- Create and execute innovative menus, reflecting the theme or goal of the event
- Manage budget for all banquet and commissary operations and provide culinary guidance for full service kitchens relative to menu development, cost of goods, and inventory management
- Set menu pricing against food and operating expense to ensure desired margins are met
- Develop and implement food production plans to improve operations, maintain quality, and increase profitability
- Manage culinary team including interviewing, hiring, scheduling, training, mentoring, payroll, record keeping and performance management
- Ensure efficient operations in the kitchen for all personnel matters
- Foster staff development, recognition, team building, and a healthy work culture in alignment with organizational values
- Ensure that all food is prepared, stored and served according to organizational standards and state and local health code requirements
- Responsible for daily food safety best practices in the catering kitchens and full-service dining restaurant
- Ensure safe working conditions including maintaining high levels of safety and sanitation
- Provide food safety guidance for all quick service restaurants
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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