Overview
Banquet Worker – Part Time – San Diego Zoo Safari Park Jobs in Escondido, CA at San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a nonprofit international conservation leader, committed to inspiring a passion for nature and creating a world where all life thrives. Empowering people from around the globe to support our mission to conserve wildlife through innovation and partnerships, we support cutting-edge conservation, and bring the stories of our work back to our two world-famous front doors — the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park — giving millions of guests, in person and virtually, the opportunity to experience conservation in action. The deep and extensive knowledge gained from more than a century of experience in wildlife care, health, veterinary services, nutrition and conservation makes us invaluable in the global effort to save species. Our team members play a crucial role in driving our conservation efforts forward and bringing us closer to a world where all life thrives.
HOW WILL YOU IMPACT OUR MISSION
The Banquet Worker provides customers with table service this position assists in making assigned facility efficient and attractive to the public. This position reports to the Banquet Lead, Food Service Supervisor or Food Service Manager.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Serves orders for food and beverages
Prepares some food items such as salads and sauces
Assists in escorting guests to and from scheduled activities
Advises guests regarding menu items
Assists guests
Answers guests’ questions regarding the Zoo and Safari Park
Greets guests
Closes down event in a timely manner
Follows standard inventory procedures
Adheres to all SDZWA and department policies and practices
Performs related duties and responsibilities as required
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
JOB EXPERIENCE
Catering/Banquet experience is required
Some bar tending experience is required
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
Competently perform the essential functions, knowledge and skills outlined
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Effective customer service skills
Assist customers in making menu selections
Deal tactfully and courteously with the public in a diverse environment
Understand and carry-out instructions
Understand diagrams
Make simple arithmetic calculations
Understand and accurately pour beer, wine and liquor
Understand and operate equipment and appliances
Serve guests with proper and consistent etiquette
SOME OF THE PERKS YOU WILL ENJOY AS A TEAM MEMBER
Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Family Passes
Complimentary Tickets
Local and In-House Discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Program
IMPORTANT DETAILS
Location: Escondido, CA
Position Type: Part-Time Hourly Non-Exempt Union Position and if selected there will be union fees and dues to be paid to the Union
Hourly wage: $17.25
Fraudulent Recruiting
Beware of fraudulent recruiting. Legitimate San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance contacts will use an @sdzwa.org email address. We do not request money, checks, equipment orders, or sensitive personal data during the recruitment process. San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance only conducts interviews via phone, Zoom, Teams or in-person.
If you have been asked for any of the above, or believe you have been contacted by someone posing as a San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance employee, please e-mail [email protected]. If you feel that you have been the victim of fraud, please contact your financial institution(s) immediately.
Be an ally for wildlife by joining our team!
At San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, we thrive on celebrating our differences. Diversity is vital for the benefit of our team members, our guests, our community, and our wildlife.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, please email your request to [email protected] and provide the job title and location to which you are applying.
As a Federal Contractor, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a drug free workplace.
Title: Banquet Worker – Part Time – San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Company: San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance
Location: Escondido, CA
