Cafe Cook and Attendant (Seasonal)

National Audubon Society•Naples, FL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Café Cook and Attendant is an integral member of the Blair Visitor Center experience, combining basic food service with customer service. Duties include food preparation, café setup, order preparation and completion, ringing up sales, assisting customers, and daily café cleanup and organization. On-the-job training is provided. The position is based at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary in Naples, Florida, and is classified as on-site. It is a full-time seasonal position, working up to 40 hours per week from December 2026 through April 2027. Compensation is $19.00 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience working with food in a commercial kitchen.
Ability to manage a clean, safe, and sanitary environment efficiently.
Excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
Attention to detail and product quality.
Ability to follow directions and work autonomously.
Ability to work in an occasionally fast-paced environment while maintaining a positive attitude.
Ability to multitask.
Ability to maneuver with up to 25 pounds, with or without accommodations.
Ability to remain stationary for extended periods.
Ability to wear required health and safety equipment, such as food-serving gloves.
Commitment to Audubon’s organizational values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation, and to its conservation mission.
Moderate understanding of computer platforms, including MS Office, Outlook, and other web-based applications.
Availability to work five days, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with occasional evening events.

Nice To Haves

Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments.
Previous food service experience.
Current ServSafe certification or ability to obtain certification upon hire.
Experience using credit card processing machines.

Responsibilities

Greet customers and offer assistance with their orders.
Process food orders and note special requests so items are prepared correctly.
Explain menu items to customers with enthusiasm and knowledge.
Prepare requested menu items and deliver or serve food to customers in a timely manner.
Direct customers to utensils, condiments, restrooms, and other resources.
Maintain sanitary workspaces and follow Florida health, hygiene, and food service regulations.
Clean and clear tables as needed and remove waste.
Prepare and clean the café and kitchen area daily.
Check in deliveries and restock appropriate areas.
Communicate food, health, and safety concerns to the immediate supervisor.
Assist with special events.
Maintain and foster a culture of safety.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.