Sous Chef

About the role

Busch Gardens is a place of thrills, fun, and positive, lasting memories. This is where you'll make a difference!

Responsibilities

• Oversee a wide variety of culinary operations
• Handle food cost and recipe management
• Support menu planning and seasonal food items
• Contribute to event menu planning and execution
• Manage event and banqueting food inventories
• Ensure compliance with food and beverage safety standards and protocols
• Train new staff
• Communicate professionally and effectively with Ambassadors and Guests
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Two or more years of experience as a sous chef
• Three to five years of experience in a high-volume setting
• Intermediate knowledge in food cost management
• Understanding of catering
• Previous experience in inventory management control
• In-depth knowledge of food and safety standards, protocols, and dietary needs
• Proficiency with Microsoft programs such as Excel and Outlook
• Experience managing multiple F&B outlets (a plus)
• Experience within a theme park setting (a plus)
• Detail-oriented with strong multi-tasking and time-management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

What It Takes

• Two or more years of experience as a sous chef
• Three to five years of experience in a high-volume setting
• Intermediate knowledge in food cost management
• Understanding of catering
• Previous experience in inventory management control
• In-depth knowledge of food and safety standards, protocols, and dietary needs
• Proficiency with Microsoft programs such as Excel and Outlook
• Experience managing multiple F&B outlets (a plus)
• Experience within a theme park setting (a plus)
• Detail-oriented with strong multi-tasking and time-management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

What Else Is Important

• Ability to lift, push, pull and/or carry up to 50 lbs.
• Extensive walking and standing throughout the work shift
• Climb/ascend heights, if needed
• Perform the following physical activities: kneeling, squatting, bending, reaching overhead, simple grasp, and fine hand manipulation tasks (use of tools/keyboard/writing)
• Exposure to fumes, dust, odors, and cold/heat temperature extremes
• Work a flexible schedule/hours based on business needs, to include opening, mid-, and closing shifts; nights, weekends, and holidays
• Placement may vary based on business needs and career development opportunities

Perks of the Position

• Paid Time Off
• Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes
• Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K Retirement plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Legal Assistance Plan

EEO Employer

SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.