San Diego Zoo Employment – Food Server

Website San Diego Zoo Global

Job Description:

The Food Server will support San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance’s mission of saving species worldwide by performing a variety of moderately difficult duties in greeting and taking orders from restaurant guests, serving guests, keeping assigned tables and areas clean and orderly. This position reports to the Lead Food Server, Manager and Supervisor. Positions in this class are assigned to a restaurant which provides guests with table service; takes customers’ orders and provides service; assist all other front-of-the house employees to create a congenial and efficient facility that is attractive to guests.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Assists with special events when needed
  • Compliance with the SDZWA and Health Departments uniform standards
  • Assists new personnel as needed
  • Assists (Lead, Cooks, Manager and Supervisor) as needed
  • Maintains a passing grade on the County of San Diego Department of Environmental Health Food Handlers exams
  • Maintains a passing grade on the Environmental Health Department tests
  • Make Customer Service a top priority
  • Politely and professionally answers guests’ questions regarding the Zoo or Safari Park
  • Prepares certain menu items including salads, appetizers and desserts
  • Advises customers’ regarding menu items
  • Professionally handle difficult situations with employees and guests
  • Keeps assigned areas clean, orderly and in a safe condition

Job Requirements:

  • Cash handling procedures
  • Safety and sanitation methods used in the preparation and serving of food
  • Make simple arithmetic calculations
  • Communicate effectively (verbal and written)
  • Wine, premium beers and specialty cocktails
  • Standard menu items and daily specials
  • Basic inventory controls and best practices
  • Basic usage and care of standard kitchen equipment and utensils
  • Proficiently handle cash and credit card transactions.
  • Understand and carry out oral and written instructions
  • Guest service standards and policies
  • Operate and understand the cash register system

Job Details:

Company:  San Diego Zoo Global

Vacancy Type: Part Time

Job Location: San Diego, CA, US

Application Deadline: N/A

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