Food Server – Part Time – San Diego Zoo Safari Park Job Vacancy at San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance (Escondido, CA 92027)

Vacancy : Food Server – Part Time – San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Company Name : San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance
Company Location : Escondido, CA 92027

Job Description

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 Food Server performs a variety of moderately difficult duties in greeting and taking orders from restaurant guests, serving guests, keeping assigned tables and areas clean and orderly. This position reports to the Lead Food Server, Manager and Supervisor.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Welcomes and greets guests
Takes and serves food and beverages orders tableside
Prepares certain menu items including salads, appetizers and desserts
Advises customers’ regarding menu items
Make Customer Service a top priority
Politely and professionally answers guests’ questions regarding the Zoo or Safari Park
Professionally handle difficult situations with employees and guests
Keeps assigned areas clean, orderly and in a safe condition
Assists new personnel as needed
Assists (Lead, Cooks, Manager and Supervisor) as needed
Assists with special events when needed
Compliance with the SDZWA and Health Departments uniform standards
Maintains a passing grade on the County of San Diego Department of Environmental Health Food Handlers exams
Maintains a passing grade on the Environmental Health Department tests
Adheres to all SDZWA and department policies and practices
Performs related duties and responsibilities as required

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Outgoing, friendly and courteous candidates with outstanding guest service skills. Ability to multi-task constantly changing priorities and easily initiate conversation with a diverse group of people. Extensive knowledge of alcoholic beverages (beer, wine cocktails) is a plus. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and be available weekends and holiday periods; weekday availability a plus.

JOB EXPERIENCE
At least one year of full service or fine dining restaurant experience.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Wine, premium beers and specialty cocktails
Standard menu items and daily specials
Cash handling procedures
Safety and sanitation methods used in the preparation and serving of food
Basic inventory controls and best practices
Basic usage and care of standard kitchen equipment and utensils
Guest service standards and policies
Operate and understand the cash register system
Proficiently handle cash and credit card transactions
Understand and carry out oral and written instructions
Make simple arithmetic calculations
Communicate effectively (verbal and written)
Interact tactfully and courteously with guests and employees
Work effectively in a team environment
Multi-task and prioritize to meet the demands of business
Work in a high volume, fast-paced environment
Work competently with large diverse groups of people
Perform required clean-up work

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

IMPORTANT DETAILS

Location: Escondido, CA
Duration: Union Hourly Non-Exempt Union Position – If selected, there will be union fees and dues to be paid to the Union
Hourly wage: $15.00 and SDZWA is pleased to offer a $1200 signing bonus for all new employees hired through April of 2022.

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SAN DIEGO ZOO WILDLIFE ALLIANCE IS A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE

SAN DIEGO ZOO WILDLIFE ALLIANCE IS AN EEO/AA/DISABILITY/PROTECTED VETERAN EMPLOYER

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

SDZWA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SDZWA will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ethnicity, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, marital status, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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.

Be an ally for wildlife by joining our team!

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