Food Service Clerk - Part Time - San Diego Zoo Safari Park

San Diego Zoo Safari Park • Escondido, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Food Service Clerk prepares, serves, and sells food while providing outstanding guest service. Under supervision, the clerk is assigned responsibility for one or more areas of food preparation, service, sales, and maintenance. The position supports San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance’s mission and vision of saving species worldwide through wildlife care, conservation science, and inspiring passion for nature. The position reports to Retail Management.

Requirements

• Obtain RBS Certification within 30 days; required.
• Obtain a Food Handler’s Card within 30 days; required.
• Knowledge of methods, materials, and equipment used in food service.
• Knowledge of food presentation and portion control for items served at the assigned location.
• Knowledge of basic inventory controls and best practices.
• Knowledge of basic use and care of standard kitchen equipment and utensils.
• Knowledge of safety rules and regulations, guest service standards and policies, and uniform standards.
• Ability to operate food service equipment, machines, tools, and a cash register safely and accurately.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize to meet business demands.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with guests and employees.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and carry out verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment and competently with large, diverse groups of people.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and sell food items.
• Maintain a safe and sanitary work area and follow safe food-handling procedures.
• Operate the point-of-sale system and handle a variety of sales transactions, including cash; proactively use suggestive selling.
• Provide outstanding guest service, greet guests, and professionally handle difficult situations involving guests or employees.
• Assist with daily setup, closure, and cleaning of the assigned location.
• Stock necessary food items and supplies and assist with ordering.
• Operate food service equipment and machines safely.
• Learn and perform a wide variety of tasks in a fast-paced environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed