Cook - Part Time - San Diego Zoo Safari Park
About The Position
San 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. They integrate wildlife health and care, science, and education to develop sustainable conservation solutions. The Cook, under general supervision, performs a variety of moderately difficult duties in the preparation and cooking of various food items served in the retail food service operations. This position reports to the Chef. The Mkutano House is an upcoming restaurant concept built around community, connection, and exceptional guest experiences, specializing in modern fusion cuisine with an emphasis on fresh, locally sourced, and seasonal ingredients, paired with an innovative communal dining service model. The organization is seeking passionate, reliable, and service-oriented individuals excited to help bring this vision to life from the ground up, who excel in a fast-paced environment, take pride in their craft, and believe outstanding food is best enjoyed alongside genuine hospitality. This role offers an opportunity to grow with a dedicated team, help shape a new dining destination, and contribute meaningfully from day one.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Culinary school and/or experience working in a full service restaurant
- Techniques, knowledge of equipment, basic food handling, preparation, and cooking skills
- Proper preparation and cooking methods for a wide variety of food items
- Commercial kitchen equipment and utensils
- Sanitation and safety methods for food preparation/handling
- Basic inventory controls
- Effective leadership skills
- Ability to cook and bake food in large quantities
- Ability to operate commercial equipment and utensils
- Ability to understand recipes and menus
- Ability to evaluate and determine food condition, doneness, and decorations
- Ability to understand and carry out instructions
- Ability to keep simple records
- Ability to supervise and train kitchen helpers
Responsibilities
- Serves orders for food and beverages
- Prepares and cooks menu items and other dishes
- Follows food orders
- Portions, arranges, and garnishes food
- May coordinate and supervise other food service employees
- May serve food at food stands and perform cashier duties
Benefits
- Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park
- Family Passes
- Complimentary Tickets
- Free Parking at the San Diego Zoo & San Diego Zoo Safari Park
- Local and In-House Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
