Cook - Part Time - San Diego Zoo

Cook PositionSan Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is an international, nonprofit conservation organization with two front doors: the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. We integrate wildlife health and care, science, and education to develop sustainable conservation solutions.Job DescriptionThe 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 DoServes orders for food and beveragesPrepares and cooks menu items and other dishesFollows food ordersPortions, arranges, and garnishes foodMay coordinate and supervise other food service employeesMay serve food at food stands and perform cashier dutiesWhat We Are Looking ForJob ExperienceCulinary school and/or experience working in a full-service restaurant; techniques, knowledge of equipment, basic food handling, preparation, and cooking skills.Skills And KnowledgeProper preparation and cooking methods for a wide variety of food itemsCommercial kitchen equipment and utensilsSanitation and safety methods for food preparation/handlingBasic inventory controlsEffective leadership skillsCook and bake food in large quantitiesOperate commercial equipment and utensilsUnderstand recipes and menus;Evaluate and determine food condition, doneness, and decorationsUnderstand and carry out instructionsKeep simple recordsSupervise and train kitchen helpersSome Of The Rewards You Will Enjoy As A Team MemberFree admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari ParkFamily PassesComplimentary TicketsFree Parking at the San Diego Zoo & San Diego Zoo Safari ParkLocal and In-House DiscountsEmployee Assistance ProgramWellness ProgramImportant DetailsLocation: San Diego, CAPosition Type: Hourly Part-Time Non-Exempt Union Position - If selected, there will be fees and dues to be paid to the unionHourly Rate: $22.33Fraudulent Recruiting Beware of fraudulent recruiting. Legitimate San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance contacts will use an @sdzwa.org email address. We do not request money, checks, equipment orders, or sensitive personal data during the recruitment process. San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance only conducts interviews via phone, Zoom, Teams or in-person.If you have been asked for any of the above, or believe you have been contacted by someone posing as a San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance employee, please e-mail View email address on click.appcast.io . If you feel that you have been the victim of fraud, please contact your financial institution(s) immediately.At San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, we celebrate our differences and foster a culture of belonging. Diversity strengthens our employees, enriches our guests' experiences, deepens our connection to our community, and supports the wildlife we serve.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 View email address on click.appcast.io 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. We are not offering sponsorship for this position at this time.San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a drug free workplace.