Cook - Part Time - San Diego Zoo Safari Park
HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION
The Cook under general supervision performs a variety of moderately difficult duties in the preparation and cooking of a variety of food items served in the various retail food service operations. This position reports to the Chef.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Serves orders for food and beverages
- Prepares and cooks menu items and other dishes
- Follows food orders
- Porposes, arranges, and garnishes food
- May coordinate and supervise other food service employees
- Serves food at food stands and perform cashier duties
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The Mkutano House is an upcoming restaurant concept built around community, connection, and exceptional guest experiences. As a scratch kitchen specializing in modern fusion cuisine, we emphasize fresh, locally sourced, and seasonal ingredients, paired with an innovative communal dining service model. We are seeking passionate, reliable, and service-oriented individuals who are excited to help bring this vision to life from the ground up. If you excel in a fast-paced environment, take pride in your craft, and believe outstanding food is best enjoyed alongside genuine hospitality, you will find a strong sense of purpose here. This is more than a position—it is an opportunity to grow with a dedicated team, help shape a new dining destination, and contribute meaningfully from day one.
JOB EXPERIENCE
- Culinary school and/or experience working in a full service restaurant; techniques, knowledge of equipment, basic food handling, preparation, and cooking skills.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
- Proper preparation and cooking methods for a wide variety of food items
- Commercial kitchen equipment and utensils
- Sanitation and safety methods for food preparation/handling
- Basic inventory controls
- Effective leadership skills
- Cook and bake food in large quantities
- Operate commercial equipment and utensils
- Understand recipes and menus;
- Evaluate and determine food condition, doneness, and decorations
- Understand and carry out instructions
- Keep simple records
- Supervise and train kitchen helpers
IMPORTANT DETAILS
- Location: Escondido, CA
- Position Type: Hourly Part-Time Non-Exempt
- Union Position - If selected, there will be fees and dues to be paid to the union
- Hourly Rate: $22.33