Seasonal Food & Beverage Team Member

Overview

Job Summary:

From grilling burgers to scooping ice cream, and guiding guests to their favorite animals, our Food & Beverage Team Members play pivotal roles. Some work as welcoming cashiers, while others focus on cooking, food prep, and maintaining well-stocked venues. This role offers hands-on experience in a dynamic learning environment, providing comprehensive training and skill development. You ll serve guests with a friendly attitude, prepare delicious food to high standards, maintain a clean workspace, and ensure a positive guest experience.

Collaboration within our team across various food venues is key, prioritizing guest and team well-being through safety protocols. Apply now as a Food & Beverage Team Member and join us in working wild at John Ball Zoo!

Starting at $14.00 / Hour

• Zoo Membership – during employment ($135 Value)
• Free Bus Passes
• Scholarship Opportunities
• Free Lunches ($50 Value)
• Incentive Opportunities for Close Encounters and Behind-The-Scenes Tours
• Penguin feeding, Brown Bear encounter and more!
• Tickets to Special Events
• Lanterns Festival and More!
• Reward-Based Incentives
• Free food, discounts at the retail store, zip line, rope course, and camel rides!
• Flexible Scheduling (Student & Retiree Friendly)
• Personal & Professional Development Opportunities
• Easy Application!

• Will work in various environments both inside and outside and may occasionally be exposed to inclement weather, temperature and air quality variations.
• While performing the essential functions of this position the employee may be exposed to moving mechanical hazards; noxious fumes; blood borne pathogens; cleaning compounds; solvents; detergents; noise; and other hazards.
• Heat exposure near fryers, grills, and ovens.

• Must be able to navigate entire zoo grounds to access workstations.
• Must be able to communicate effectively and exchange information accurately.
• Must be able to push, pull, raise and/or lower food & beverage ingredients, supplies, and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Tasks may involve lifting above shoulder height or bending to reach low shelves.
• Chopping, stirring, assembling meals, and packaging orders require continuous hand and arm movement.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position, perform frequent movements, and/or remain mobile for several hours during a 6–8-hour shift.
• Must move quickly and efficiently during peak hours.

• Must be 16+ to apply
• Must be able to work at least 15 hours per week
• Must be available to work weekends and evenings if required

John Ball Zoo is a drug-free workplace under federal regulations. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.