Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $65,000.00 - $70,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
401(k) Plan
short-term disability
long-term disability
Paid parental leave
paid bereavement leave
Flexible vacation
Paid sick leave
cell phone stipend
Job Description
SSA Group at Nashville Zoo is a distinguished company specializing in providing exceptional dining, retail, admissions, and related services for zoos, aquariums, museums, and other cultural attractions across the United States. With a rich history spanning over 50 years, SSA Group has established itself as a leader in the cultural attractions industry by focusing on innovative solutions that enhance revenue opportunities for its partners while promoting values such as sustainability, inclusivity, and innovation. The company's commitment to excellence is reflected in its family-oriented culture, which emphasizes love, dedication, and a tailored approach to best practices that meet the evolving needs... Show More
Job Requirements
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Proven leadership skills with team building and development
- Exceptional problem solving and decision making skills
- Demonstrated financial management and planning skills
- Ability to remain flexible in a fast-paced environment
- Computer knowledge for basic office functions
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift boxes up to 35 pounds
- Ability to work varied hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Three to five years junior sous chef or similar experience
- Culinary arts degree preferred
- ServSafe or food handling certification preferred
- Knowledge of HAACP
- Ability to communicate effectively with clients and management
- Comply with all health and safety regulations
- Maintain clean and organized work environment
- Participate in training and coaching staff
Job Qualifications
- Culinary arts degree preferred
- Three to five years of junior sous chef or similar experience in high-volume restaurants, country clubs, catering, or cultural venues
- ServSafe or food handling certification preferred
- Knowledge of HAACP
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Proven leadership and team development abilities
- Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Financial management, merchandising, and planning skills
- Flexibility in a fast-paced environment
- Computer proficiency in basic office functions
Job Duties
- Interview, hire, evaluate, reward, and coach kitchen personnel as appropriate
- Develop culinary training programs and serve as a culinary resource
- Train kitchen staff in safe operating procedures and food production principles
- Direct and coordinate kitchen production and dish room staff
- Maintain communication with Food and Catering Operations teams
- Manage employees in compliance with labor laws
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
- Supervise period end inventory for food and beverage areas
- Participate in daily food preparation and special functions menu display
- Monitor cooking and holding temperatures
- Ensure consistency and quality across operations
- Assist in menu planning and recipe development
- Price menus strategically
- Inspect food preparation quality and sanitation
- Evaluate quality of raw and finished food products
- Implement sanitary practices and comply with food safety regulations
- Process invoices and manage vendor payments
- Manage culinary operational functions
- Assist in controlling food cost and waste management
- Support implementation of efficient systems
- Assist in operational reporting and financial analysis
- Work with Executive Chef on sales and inventory analysis
- Manage payroll and controllable profit within guidelines
- Support staff scheduling in line with budget and forecasts
- Promote sustainable resources in culinary selections
- Foster an inclusive and supportive unit culture
- Support community engagement and sustainability efforts
- Perform other necessary tasks as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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