Food Stands Lead - Full Time - San Diego Zoo Safari Park

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION The Food Stand Lead under direction supervises schedules and performs a variety of duties related to restaurant operations; handles cash register, customer complaints, inventory control, and training of new food stand employees. This position reports to the Food Service Supervisor and Manager.   WHAT YOU WILL DO Supervises the day to day operation of assigned facility Schedules employees and related duties Oversees and assists with preparation of food and food products as needed. Ensures that proper safety and sanitation methods are consistently followed Accurately and thoroughly complete daily paperwork Trouble shoot equipment problems Participates in team meetings Supervises and schedules the duties of quick service restaurant employees Makes certain the work area is maintained in a safe and sanitary condition Maintain an organized and clean facility Familiar with the quick-service operation and related responsibilities Keeps up with food and labor cost control procedures Performs weekly and period end inventories Places orders to warehouse for replenishment of food and supplies Maintains proper inventory of supplies Assists daily in preparation of food items as needed Oversees the safety and sanitation methods used in the safe handling, storage and preparation of food Familiar with all menu items in locations supervising, including ingredients and cooking methods Keeps up to date with Health Departments uniform standards Maintains a passing grade on the Environmental Health Department tests Maintain inventory and stock rotation Conduct weekly and period end inventories Assists guests in a courteous, friendly and professional manner WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE Methods, materials and equipment use in food service Cash handling standards, procedures and protocol Safety and sanitation methods used in the preparation and serving of food Basic inventory controls and best practices Basic computer usage Safety rules and regulations Guest service standards and policies and uniform standards Effective leadership practices Communicate effectively (verbal and written) Foresee needs and maintain stocks before depleted Organize, schedule and supervise food stands employees Operate commercial equipment and utensils safely Multi-task and prioritize to meet the demands of business Deal tactfully and courteously with guests and employees Work in high volume, fast-paced environment Work competently with a diverse large groups of people Proficiently handle cash and credit card transactions Work effectively in a team environment