Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $15.00 - $16.00
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
overtime pay
on-demand pay program
meal plan
Employee Discounts
401(k) program
Tuition Discount
Bereavement leave
Holiday pay
Paid sick leave
Job Description
SSA Groups at Wonders of Wildlife in Springfield, MO, presents an exciting opportunity for outgoing and experienced kitchen cooks to join the culinary team within the iconic Aquarium setting. This company has been a pivotal figure in the hospitality industry for over five decades, partnering with various cultural attractions to deliver exceptional hospitality experiences. SSA’s foundational philosophy, known as 452 Hospitality, is dedicated to creating special moments that resonate deeply with guests and clients, emphasizing warm, welcoming, and memorable interactions. With a strong focus on innovation, operational intelligence, and human connection, SSA seamlessly integrates admissions, culinary, and retail operations to... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Exceptional problem solving and decision making abilities
- Ability to remain flexible in a fast-paced environment
- Team player with a personable and professional demeanor
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods and handle boxes weighing 10-35 pounds
- Availability to work varied hours including nights, weekends and holidays
Job Qualifications
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Exceptional problem solving/decision making skills combined with the ability to be organized
- Demonstrates the ability to remain flexible in a fast-paced environment
- Ideal candidate is a team player, personable, professional, upbeat and energetic, and takes initiative
- Food handling license preferred
- 1-2 years food preparation experience
Job Duties
- Live out 452 Hospitality by delivering warm, welcoming, and memorable experiences for every guest and client
- Supports restaurant prep (BOH and line) for daily operation
- Meets daily quick service, food service, safety and quality, availability, merchandising and guest service standards
- Ensures proper food quantities are set for daily and ongoing service
- Participates in safety logs including food temperatures, rotation and waste as necessary
- Ensures safe food handling is maintained
- Ensures proper uniform, hygiene, hand-washing and glove use with self
- Maintains a SSAfe work environment by abiding to all SSAFETY rules
- Follows through daily prep and items lists, as assigned
- Actively helps to support operation in assigned role, supporting holes as necessary
- Actively and efficiently responds to guest and client feedback, with report to the supervisor to ensure that any potential complaints are mitigate against further occurrence
- Communicates up to the Restaurant Supervisor and/or Food Operations Manager in regard to any issues seen with daily service or quality
- Remains knowledgeable of all menu items, prices and specials for sharing with guests
- Assists with dishwashing as necessary
- Perform other tasks as deemed necessary
- Maintains a clean, safe and organized work environment
- Uphold and demonstrate a complete understanding of company policies and procedures
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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