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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $130,421.00 - $146,724.00
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 international nonprofit conservation organization that operates through two remarkable public gateways: the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. This organization is dedicated to integrating wildlife health and care, scientific research, and educational programs, all with the objective of developing sustainable conservation solutions worldwide. Committed to advancing global wildlife preservation efforts, the Alliance merges innovative science with hands-on care to protect endangered species and their habitats, while educating and inspiring visitors through immersive experiences at their world-class facilities.
The San Diego Zoo Safari Park, a premier wildlife destination ... Show More
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Job Requirements
- 7+ years progressive culinary leadership experience required
- 5+ years experience as Executive Chef or Executive Sous Chef in a large, multi-unit environment required
- 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
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 a high level organization and professionalism
- demonstrated ability to handle highly complex situations with tact and diplomacy
- able to communicate effectively verbal 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 provides 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 kitchen operations and workforce development
- enforce food safety best practices in catering kitchens and full-service dining restaurant
- maintain safe working conditions with high safety and sanitation standards
- provide food safety guidance for all quick service restaurants
Job Criteria
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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