Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $23.00
Benefits
Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park
Family passes
Complimentary tickets
Local and in-house discounts
Employee assistance program
Wellness Program
Job Description
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a renowned nonprofit international conservation leader dedicated to inspiring a passion for nature and creating a world where all life thrives. This esteemed organization empowers people globally to support its mission through innovative approaches and partnerships, fostering cutting-edge conservation efforts. With over a century of expertise in wildlife care, health, veterinary services, nutrition, and conservation, the Alliance serves as an invaluable contributor to the global fight to save endangered species. Its impact is experienced firsthand by millions of guests—both in person and virtually—at its iconic San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park.... Show More
Job Requirements
- Education, training and/or experience demonstrating ability to perform essential functions
- Experience as a cook or fry cook
- Experience in restaurants, catering or fine dining
- Completion of commercial cooking apprenticeship or vocational training certificate
- Knowledge of proper food preparation and cooking methods
- Knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment usage and care
- Knowledge of sanitation and safety methods
- Understanding of inventory control procedures
- Effective customer relations skills
- Leadership skills
- Ability to cook and bake food in large quantities
- Ability to understand recipes and menus
- Skill in evaluating food condition and presentation
- Ability to operate commercial kitchen equipment safely
- Ability to train and supervise kitchen staff
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to maintain records
- Ability to use cash register as needed
- Ability to complete inventory accurately
- Ability to pass environmental health tests
- Capability to work in a fast-paced high volume environment
- Ability to work in team environments
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize
- Ability to follow directions
- Professional performance and conduct
- Ability to work tactfully and courteously with diverse individuals
Job Qualifications
- Experience as a cook or fry cook
- Experience in restaurants, catering or fine dining
- Degree in culinary arts desirable
- Completion of commercial cooking apprenticeship or vocational training certificate
- Knowledge of proper preparation and cooking methods for a wide variety of food items
- Proper usage and care of commercial kitchen equipment and utensils
- Knowledge of sanitation and safety methods for food preparation and handling
- Understanding of inventory control procedures
- Effective customer relations skills
- Effective leadership skills
- Ability to cook and bake food in large quantities
- Ability to understand recipes and menus
- Ability to evaluate food condition, doneness, and decorations
- Ability to operate commercial kitchen equipment safely
- Ability to train and supervise cooks and kitchen helpers
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to keep simple records
- Ability to use cash register as needed
- Ability to complete period-end inventory accurately
- Ability to maintain passing grade on environmental health department tests
- Ability to work in a high volume, fast-paced environment
- Ability to work in and motivate a diverse team environment
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize
- Ability to follow directions effectively
- Ability to be a role model in performance
- Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with others in a diverse environment
- Ability to perform all essential job functions at a high level
Job Duties
- Assists chef and Senior Line Cook in the overall planning and supervision of the kitchen
- Understands and executes complex recipes
- Ensures correct plate presentation
- Maintains speed of service
- Assists chef in menu planning
- Prepares and cooks menu items
- Ensures that preparations are complete for the day's menu
- Prepares main and side dishes for banquets and buffets
- Follows proper plate presentation and garnish setup for all dishes
- Ensures that the kitchens are maintained in a clean and orderly condition
- Oversees daily food preparation
- Corrects issues that affect food production, service or quality
- Provides support to chefs, manager, supervisor, senior line cook and lead of the area
- Assists with new hire training and mentors staff
- Engages in the organization's mission and vision
- Adheres to all SDZWA and department policies and practices
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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