SSA Group works with zoos, aquariums, museums, and other cultural attractions on integrating dining, retail, admissions, and more. We increase revenue opportunities for partners across the United States. With 50 years in the business, SSA has refined the basics while pioneering better ways forward. With pillars of focus like sustainability, inclusivity, and innovation, SSA is transforming the cultural attraction industry.

SSA was built by families, for families, with a family’s sense of love and dedication. We don’t just rely on the best practices in our industry, we customize best practices for each partner to set the bar higher and higher, always. We do all we can to further the mission of our partners because their guests and the communities they serve deserve it.

As a Sous Chef, you will report to the Executive Chef and be responsible for:

• Performing the steps of SSA EXTRA Guest Service to ensure a memorable experience for every guest and client.
• Creating competitive quality products.
• Supervising and participating in creating high quality products for events and food service locations.
• Assisting in menu pricing and preparation.
• Estimating food consumption for events and requesting necessary products.
• Demonstrating new cooking techniques.
• Training, coaching, counseling, and resolving problems.
• Complying with all food safety regulations and practices.
• Implementing and enforcing sanitary practices for food handling, general cleanliness, and maintenance of kitchen and/or dining areas.
• Ensuring compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations.
• Monitoring and tracking proper cooking and holding temperatures.
• Supporting management of payroll and controllable profit within established guidelines.
• Overseeing quality, product levels, and inventory of product.
• Managing employees in accordance with state and federal laws.
• Incorporating sustainable resources into the culinary selections.
• Performing specialty projects as assigned by the Executive Chef.
• Responding to guest requests and taking action to ensure client satisfaction.
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Upholding and demonstrating a complete understanding of company policies and procedures.

This is by no means an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job description. SSA Group reserves the right to revise the job description or to require that other or different tasks are performed when circumstances change (i.e., emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, or technological developments).

SSA Group, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and equal opportunity through our commitment to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

All California Residents: By submitting your job application, you agree you have reviewed the SSA Group California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Candidate and Employee Privacy Notice ("Notice").

San Francisco Residents: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Please see the "Fair Chance Ordinance - Know Your Rights" document for more information. By submitting your job application, you agree you have reviewed the "Fair Chance Ordinance - Know Your Rights" document.

• Training and Career Development.
• Tuition Discount through Partnership College.
• Parental Leave.
• Meal Plan & Employee Discounts.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proven leadership skills and team building experience.
• Exceptional problem solving and decision making skills.
• Financial management and analytical skills.
• Ability to remain flexible in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer knowledge for office functions.
• Three years food preparation experience.
• ServSafe or Food Handling Certified.
• Knowledge of HACCP Culinary training.