Food Service Cook

SSA Group; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team at a renowned zoo where you will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional food service. As a Food Service Cook, you will ensure a memorable experience for guests by maintaining high standards of food quality and safety. This position requires a flexible individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working collaboratively. With opportunities for growth and benefits like tuition discounts and early pay, this role is perfect for those passionate about food service and guest satisfaction. Be part of a diverse and inclusive team that values your contributions and supports your development.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Get Paid Early

Tuition Discount through Partnership College

Meal Plan & employee Discounts

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of food preparation experience is preferred.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift boxes (10-35lbs).

Responsibilities

• Ensure a memorable experience for every guest through excellent service.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the work environment.
• Support restaurant prep and respond to guest feedback efficiently.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Nashville Zoo at Grassmere, Nashville, Tennessee, United States of America

Job Description

We are looking for FUN TEAM MEMBERS who have open availability Monday - Friday primarily during operation hours of 9am - 6pm.

Position Title: Food Service Cook

Reports to: Kitchen Manager(s), Sous Chef(s) and Executive Chef

Responsibilities

• Perform the steps of SSA EXTRA Guest Service to ensure a memorable experience for every guest and client.
• Supports restaurant prep (BOH and line) for daily operation.
• Meets daily quick service, food service, safety and quality, availability, merchandising and guest service standards.
• Ensures proper food quantities are set for daily and ongoing service.
• Participates in safety logs including food temperatures, rotation and waste as necessary.
• Ensures safe food handling is maintained.
• Ensures proper uniform, hygiene, hand-washing and glove use with self.
• Maintains a SSAfe work environment by abiding to all SSAFETY rules.
• Follows through daily prep and items lists, as assigned.
• Actively helps to support operation in assigned role, supporting holes as necessary.
• Actively and efficiently responds to guest and client feedback, with report to the supervisor to ensure that any potential complaints are mitigated against further occurrence.
• Communicates up to the Restaurant Supervisor and/or Food Operations Manager in regard to any issues seen with daily service or quality.
• Remains knowledgeable of all menu items, prices and specials for sharing with guests.
• Assists with dishwashing as necessary.
• Perform other tasks as deemed necessary.
• Maintains a clean, safe and organized work environment.
• Uphold and demonstrate a complete understanding of company policies and procedures.

Job Requirements

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Exceptional problem solving/decision making skills combined with the ability to be organized.
• Demonstrates the ability to remain flexible in a fast-paced environment.
• Ideal candidate is a team player, personable, professional, upbeat and energetic, and takes initiative.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and to move and handle boxes (10-35lbs) as necessary to operation, which entails lifting, and perform all functions as set forth above.
• Ability to work varied hours/days, including nights, weekends and holidays, as needed.

Previous Experience

• 1-2 years food preparation.

SSA Group, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and equal opportunity through our commitment to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly, Non-Exempt. Pay is based on range in consideration of relevant job experience and certification/education.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Get Paid Early.
• Tuition Discount through Partnership College.
• Meal Plan & employee Discounts.