Food Service, Multiple Outlets (Enhanced Pay/Special Qualifications)

Saint Louis Zoo; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 17,616 - 25,089; Full time

Job summary

Join the Food Service team at the Zoo, a beloved local institution, where you will interact with visitors and assist with various food service responsibilities. Ideal candidates should be flexible with their work hours and eager to contribute to a fun atmosphere while ensuring a quality experience for all guests. This role requires individuals who are 21 or older, capable of serving alcohol, and ready to embrace an exciting work environment.

Qualifications

• Flexible availability: weekdays, weekends, holidays.
• 21 years or older to serve alcohol.
• Positive attitude and ability to interact with visitors.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food service department responsibilities including taking orders and stocking.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of food and beverage areas.
• Distribute alcohol responsibly and manage cash register transactions.

Skills

Customer Service

Ability to Take Direction

Independence

Job description

Responsibilities:This position (see qualifications below) will assist the Zoo’s Food Service department as needed with any and all responsibilities related to the food service department. Consistently positive interaction with the Zoo’s visitors is the most important part of the position. Proper zoo uniform standards are essential. Additional duties may include but not limited to: the responsible distribution of alcohol, working a cash register, taking orders, stocking, delivering, organizing the food and beverage storage areas, assisting with the preparation of food, maintaining the cleanliness of the unit, working the front line, and assisting the manager on any other assigned tasks. The starting rate for this position is $15.50 per hour, but may increase based on availability and experience.

Qualifications:This position requires that ONE the following criteria be met: 1) Weekday availability (three or more days), March – October; 2) Year-round availability of any three or more days per week; 3) The candidates age is 21 or older with the ability to serve alcohol. If you do not meet ONE of these criteria, please refer to the standard “Food Service, Multiple Outlets” posting. Our team is a dedicated, hardworking group, who has fun and enjoys being part of one the city’s most iconic and amazing institutions. While we love prior customer service experience in our applicants, we also know not everyone has it, and that is okay. You need to be able to take direction from leaders, and also work independently when applicable. Flexible work hours are a big plus. Work schedules can include weekdays, weekends, and holidays. All candidates for this position will be required to submit to a criminal background check.