Seasonal Food Service Worker

Job Posting: Food Service Worker

Employment Type: Food Service Worker

Status: Non-Exempt

Grade Level: Hourly

Pay Rate: $18/hour

Location: Bronx Zoo

Reports To: Seasonal Supervisors, Managers and Full-Time Management Staff

Schedule: Must be able to work weekends and holidays; weekday hours also available

Hours: 8:00 AM 6:00 PM, dependent on weather and guest attendance; schedule subject to change through the spring, summer and holiday of lights. Hours are subject to change on short notice depending on weather and needs of the business. Special event hours may be required, including Holiday Lights, with shifts ending at 11:00pm.

Overview of Responsibilities

Set up and break down workstations

Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation - including trash removal, sweeping/mopping and general cleanliness

Knowledge of food product, identification and acceptable level of food quality

Maintain Department of Health standards at all times and participate in inspections

Rotate and change food holding containers as needed

Requirements may include preparation of food according to recipes and protocols set, including operating food preparation equipment

Ensuring proper portion sizes to maintain food costs

Assist in other areas of production as needed

Perform cash handling functions, including operating the POS

General customer service

Additional Job Functions

Adhere to daily/weekly/monthly cleaning schedules as posted and directed by management

Ensure that all work locations are neat, clean, organized and safe

Provide consistent quality throughout menu and ensure the proper preparation and holding of products.

Completion of any reasonable request or assigned tasks by Management

Campus Partner

Establish and maintain a collaborative working relationship with all staff.

Maintain general knowledge of park attractions and amenities so as to provide superior customer service.

Follow all WCS rules and regulations.

Maintenance Responsibilities

Remove debris and empty trash receptacles from restaurant seating and public areas.

General sanitation of restaurant grounds.

Deep cleaning of equipment, walls, floors, ceilings etc. as assigned

Operate light weight grounds equipment if needed (i.e. pressure washer, leaf blower, etc.)

Adhere to local, state, and federal cleanliness, food handling, food storage procedures

Perks of Working with Us:

Free employee access to 5 Parks: surround yourself with animals of all kinds and getting the opportunity to interact and engage with like-minded individuals

Complimentary Parking

Complimentary Guest Park Tickets (After 45 days)

Company provided uniforms

Park Discounts on Merchandise, Food purchases, Memberships and Daily Complimentary Meal

Serve Safe Certification Training/ Food Handler Certification Reimbursements

Access to online learning and tuition discounts with Monroe College

Earned Paid Sick Time

Employee Assistance Program

Free Banking

Wildlife Conservation Society