Sous Chef

SeaWorld • Tampa, FL

38d • Onsite

About The Position

Busch Gardens is a place of thrills, fun and positive, lasting memories. And that's just what its like to work here! As a key member of our team, you'll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If you're dedicated, dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service, this is a place for you! Working directly with the Executive Chef, you will be responsible for a wide variety of culinary goods for the park. You will contribute to recipe management and menu/product design as well as train new staff to ensure consistency and quality control. You may also play a key role in the execution of catering, banqueting and consumer events. You’ll need to be flexible in working nights, weekends, and other times when events can be scheduled. You will:

Requirements

• Two or more years of experience as a sous chef
• 3-5 years of experience in a high-volume setting
• Intermediate knowledge in food cost management
• Understanding of catering
• Previous experienced in inventory management control
• In-depth knowledge of food and safety standards, protocols, and dietary needs
• Proficiency with Microsoft programs such as Excel and Outlook
• Detail-oriented with strong multi-tasking and time-management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to lift, push, pull and/or carry up to 50 lbs.
• Position engages in extensive walking and standing throughout entire work shift and climb/ascend heights, if needed
• Perform the following physical activities: kneeling, squatting, bend floor-to waist/waist-to-overhead, reach overhead, simple grasp and fine hand manipulation tasks (use of tools/keyboard/writing)
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors, in varying weather, to include extreme heat.
• Position may be exposed to fumes, dust, odors and cold/heat temperature extremes
• Perform cleaning duties; including use of cleaning chemicals
• Work a flexible schedule/hours based on business need, to include opening, mid-, and closing shifts; nights, weekends, and holidays
• Flexibility in work locations as placement will depend on business needs and career development opportunities

Nice To Haves

• Experience managing multiple F&B outlets a plus
• Experience within a theme park setting

Responsibilities

• Oversee a wide variety of culinary operations
• Handle food cost and recipe management
• Support menu planning and seasonal food items
• Contribute to event menu planning and execution
• Manage event and banqueting food inventories
• Ensure compliance with food and beverage safety standards and protocols
• Train new staff
• Communicate professionally and effectively with Ambassadors, and our Guests
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes
• Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K Retirement plan
• Voluntary Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Legal Assistance Plan

What This Job Offers

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