Cook - Part Time - San Diego Zoo Safari Park

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a nonprofit international conservation leader, committed to inspiring a passion for nature and creating a world where all life thrives. Empowering people from around the globe to support our mission to conserve wildlife through innovation and partnerships, we support cutting-edge conservation, and bring the stories of our work back to our two world-famous front doors — the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park — giving millions of guests, in person and virtually, the opportunity to experience conservation in action. The deep and extensive knowledge gained from more than a century of experience in wildlife care, health, veterinary services, nutrition and conservation makes us invaluable in the global effort to save species. Our team members play a crucial role in driving our conservation efforts forward and bringing us closer to a world where all life thrives.

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION
The Cook under general supervision performs a variety of moderately difficult duties in the preparation and cooking of a variety of food items served in the various retail food service operations. This position reports to the Chef.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Serves orders for food and beverages
• Prepares and cooks menu items and other dishes
• Follows food orders
• Portions, arranges, and garnishes food
• May coordinate and supervise other food service employees
• May serve food at food stands and perform cashier duties 

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Commitment and top notch interpersonal skills to provide great customer service. Problem solving skills to identify practical solutions. Teamwork skills to work well with others and to be a productive member of the team. Applicants must be available weekends and at least two weekdays.

Please note if you are selected for this role you will be required to complete the Responsible Beverage Service Training (RBS) within 60 days of your hire date. Training will be provided to you by the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance and completed on site. 

• JOB EXPERIENCE
• Culinary school and/or experience working in a full service restaurant; techniques, knowledge of equipment, basic food handling, preparation, and cooking skills.

• SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
• Proper preparation and cooking methods for a wide variety of food items
• Commercial kitchen equipment and utensils
• Sanitation and safety methods for food preparation/handling
• Basic inventory controls
• Effective leadership skills
• Cook and bake food in large quantities
• Operate commercial equipment and utensils
• Understand recipes and menus;
• Evaluate and determine food condition, doneness, and decorations
• Understand and carry out instructions
• Keep simple records
• Supervise and train kitchen helpers

SOME OF THE PERKS YOU WILL ENJOY AS A TEAM MEMBER

• Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park
• Family Passes
• Complimentary Tickets
• Local and In-House Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program

IMPORTANT DETAILS

• Location: Escondido, CA
• Position Type: Hourly, Part-Time, Non-Exempt, Union Position - If selected, there will be fees and dues to be paid to the union
• Hourly Rate: $17.00

Be an ally for wildlife by joining our team!

At San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, we thrive on celebrating our differences. Diversity is vital for the benefit of our team members, our guests, our community, and our wildlife.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, please email your request to sdzwacareers@sdzwa.org and provide the job title and location to which you are applying.

As a Federal Contractor, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States. 

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a drug free workplace.