Cafe Cook and Attendant (Seasonal)

Caf Cook And Attendant

The Caf Cook and Attendant will be an integral member of the Blair Visitor Center experience. The responsibility of this role is to combine basic food service with customer service. Tasks include food preparation, caf set-up, order preparation and completion, ringing up sales, liaising with customers, and daily caf clean-up and organization. The Caf Cook and Attendant will be provided with on-the-job training and can demonstrate and develop their skills in the Blair Visitor Center, while surrounded by nature in Naples, Florida.

This is a full-time, seasonal position, working up to 40 hours per week, from December 2026 through April 2027.

This position is classified as on-site based at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary in Naples, Florida.

Compensation: $19.00 / hour

Essential Functions

• Greet customers and offer assistance with their order.
• Process food orders and note special requests, so all items are made correctly.
• Explain menu items to customers with enthusiasm and knowledge of our offerings.
• Prepare requested menu items and deliver/serve food to customers in a timely manner.
• Direct customers to utensils, condiments, restrooms, etc.
• Maintain sanitary workspaces and abide by all Florida healthy, hygiene and food service regulations.
• Clean and clear tables as needed and remove waste.
• Prepare and clean-up the caf and kitchen area daily.
• Check-in deliveries and restock appropriate areas.
• Communicate any food, health and safety concerns to immediate supervisor.
• Assist with special events.
• Maintain and foster a culture of safety.
• Other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with food in a commercial kitchen.
• Efficient at managing a clean, safe, and sanitary environment.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Friendly demeanor.
• Attentive to detail and product quality.
• Able to follow directions and work autonomously.
• Able to work in an occasional fast-paced environment, while keeping a positive attitude.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to maneuver with up to 25 lbs., with or without accommodations.
• Ability to remain stationary for extended periods of time.
• Ability to wear required health and safety equipment e.g. food serving gloves.
• Commitment to Audubon's organizational values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation and Audubon's conservation mission.
• Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments is valued.
• A moderate understanding of computer platforms, including MS Office, Outlook and other web-based applications.

Preferred:

• Previous food service experience.
• Must have current ServSafe certification or the ability to obtain certification upon hire. Experience using credit card processing machines.

Additional Requirements:

• Must be available 5 days, 9am to 5pm (occasional evening events).

EEO Statement

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