Senior Line Cook - Full Time - San Diego Zoo

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 Senior Line Cook works under minimal supervision, performs a variety of moderately difficult duties and exceeds expectations in the preparation and cooking of food in large quantities; assists chef in the overall planning and supervision of the kitchen. This position reports to the Sous Chef.

WHAT YOU WILL DO
• Assists chef in the overall planning and supervision of the kitchen
• Understands and Executes Complex Recipes
• Ensures Correct Plate Presentation
• Maintains Speed of Service
• Provides Direction for other line cooks
• 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
• 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 the chefs, manager, supervisor 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
• Models for punctuality and professionalism
• Exemplifies the highest standard of work ethics
• Performs consistently above organization performance standards
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• JOB EXPERIENCE
◦ Education, training and/or experience which clearly demonstrate the ability to perform the essential job functions, knowledge and skills listed; an example would be extensive experience as a senior cook or fry cook; completion of a commercial cooking apprenticeship or other training programs; experience in other restaurants and operations such as catering or fine dining in a senior capacity.
• SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
◦ Proper preparation and cooking methods for a wide variety of food items
◦ Proper usage and care of commercial kitchen equipment and utensils
◦ Sanitation and safety methods for food preparation and handling
◦ Inventory control procedures and best practices
◦ Informational Zoo fact
◦ Effective customer relations skills
◦ Effective leadership skills
◦ Cook and bake food in large quantities
◦ Understand recipes and menus
◦ Evaluate food condition, doneness, and decorations
◦ Operate commercial equipment and utensils correctly and safely
◦ Train and supervise cooks and kitchen helpers
◦ Communicate effectively (written and verbal)
◦ Keep simple records
◦ Use cash register (as needed)
◦ Accurately complete the period-end inventory
◦ Maintain a passing grade on Environmental Health Department tests
◦ Work in a high volume, fast-paced environment
◦ Work in a team environment and motivate others
◦ Multi-task and prioritize
◦ Keep simple records
◦ Use cash register (as needed)
◦ Accurately complete the period-end inventory
◦ Maintain a passing grade on Environmental Health Department tests
◦ Work in a high volume, fast-paced environment
◦ Work in a diverse team environment and motivate others
◦ Multi-task and prioritize
◦ Follow directions effectively
◦ Be a role model in all areas of performance
◦ Deal tactfully and courteously with others in a diverse environment
◦ Competently perform the representative duties outlined above
◦ Perform each essential job function at a high level


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 Ticke