Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens Food Service - Jr Sous Chef

Jacksonville, FL, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Hourly

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $45,400.00 - $61,300.00

Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Benefits

Employee assistance program

Get Paid Early

Tuition Discount

Parental leave

meal plan

Employee Discounts

Job Description

SSA Group is a renowned organization specializing in partnering with zoos, aquariums, museums, and other cultural attractions across the United States. With over 50 years of industry experience, SSA Group excels in integrating dining, retail, admissions, and other guest services to enhance revenue opportunities for its partners. Driven by core values such as sustainability, inclusivity, and innovation, SSA Group continues to transform and set higher standards within the cultural attraction industry. The company is family-founded and operates with a family-oriented philosophy, emphasizing dedication and care for the communities and guests they serve. SSA Group focuses not only on implementing industry... Show More

Job Requirements

Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Proven leadership skills with team building and development
Exceptional problem solving and decision making skills
Ability to be organized and detail oriented
Flexible in a fast paced environment
Team player with professional and upbeat attitude
Basic computer knowledge
Physical ability to stand for extended periods and handle boxes 10-35lbs
Availability to work varied hours including nights, weekends and holidays
1-2 years experience in culinary

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
1-2 years experience in culinary
Proven leadership experience in kitchen or food service environment
Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced setting
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
Basic computer skills for office functions
Ability to coach and mentor team members
Familiarity with local, state and federal food safety regulations

Job Duties

Perform the steps of SSA EXTRA guest service to ensure a memorable experience for every guest and client
Ensure restaurant/location is adequately prepped and staffed (BOH) for daily operation
Oversight of location kitchen duties ensuring quickservice, food service, safety and quality, availability, merchandising and guest service standards are all met and excelled
Oversight of safety logs including food temperatures, rotation and waste
Ensures proper uniform, hygiene, handwashing and glove use with staff
Responsible for supporting SSAfety training with knife handling skills, ensuring all direct reports display proper use of knife and slicers
Creates daily prep and items lists, delegating to employees as necessary
Actively helps to support operation and fill holes as necessary to ensure smooth service
Maintains a checklist of routine or daily cleaning tasks and ongoing projects or menu planning
Assists Sous Chef assign associates to duties, coaching through projects daily tasks and guest interaction
Actively and efficiently responds to guest and client feedback, with report to the operations manager to ensure that any potential complaints are mitigate against further occurrence
Oversees personnel duties including training new employees and issuing performance reviews, managing and issuing progressive documentation, reporting attendance and break management, inspecting equipment and performing routine maintenance, communicating up to the Sous Chef and Food Service Operations Manager, working directly with restaurant supervisors to ensure standards
Remains knowledgeable of and supervises in accordance with all applicable local, state and federal laws
Perform other tasks as deemed necessary
Maintain a clean, safe and organized work environment
Uphold and demonstrate a complete understanding of company policies and procedures

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Job Location

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