Line Cook - Full Time - San Diego Zoo

San Diego Zoo Safari Park • San Diego, CA

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About The Position

The Line Cook performs a variety of moderately difficult food-preparation and cooking duties in large quantities, working under minimal supervision. The role supports San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance’s mission and vision through a positive attitude and high-quality culinary execution. The Line Cook reports to Retail Management and assists the chef and culinary team with kitchen operations, food production, and staff training.

Requirements

• Education, training, and/or experience demonstrating the ability to perform the essential functions, such as experience as a cook or fry cook, completion of a commercial cooking apprenticeship or other vocational training certificate program, or experience in restaurants, catering, or fine dining.
• Obtain a Food Handler’s Card within 30 days.
• Knowledge of proper preparation and cooking methods for a wide variety of food items.
• Knowledge of proper usage and care of commercial kitchen equipment and utensils.
• Knowledge of food-preparation and handling sanitation and safety methods.
• Knowledge of inventory-control procedures and best practices.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Ability to cook and bake food in large quantities.
• Ability to understand recipes and menus and evaluate food quality, doneness, and presentation.
• Ability to operate commercial equipment and utensils correctly and safely.
• Ability to train and supervise cooks and kitchen helpers.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally, keep simple records, and accurately complete period-end inventory.
• Ability to maintain a passing grade on Environmental Health Department tests.
• Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced, team environment and motivate others in a diverse environment.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, follow directions effectively, and serve as a role model in all areas of performance.
• Ability to perform each essential job function at a high level.

Nice To Haves

• A degree in culinary arts is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Understand and execute recipes of increasing complexity.
• Oversee and ensure proper daily food preparation and production.
• Assist the chef and culinary team with overall kitchen and culinary execution.
• Follow proper plate presentation and garnish setup for all dishes.
• Maintain kitchens in a clean and orderly condition.
• Consistently follow food safety and sanitation methods.
• Prepare culinary needs for banquets, full-service operations, and quick-service restaurants (QSRs).
• Assist with new-hire training and mentor staff.
• Order supplies based on daily inventories and par sheets.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed