Restaurants Assistant Manager(Central Park Zoo)

Position:Unit Manager
Reports To:Restaurants Dept. Manager
Responsible to Supervise Directly:Seasonal Employees

About Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS):
WCS stands for wildlife and wild places. As the world’s premier wildlife conservation organization, WCS has a long track record of achieving innovative, impactful results at scale. We run field programs spanning 60 countries and the entire ocean. We build on a unique foundation: Our reach is global; we discover through best-in-class science; we protect through work on the ground with local and indigenous people; we inspire through our world-class zoos, aquarium, and education programs; and we leverage our resources through partnerships and powerful policy influence. Our more than 4,000 diverse, passionately committed team members in New York City and around the world work collectively to achieve our conservation mission.

Position Objectives:
Directly supervise assigned locations and seasonal staff as prescribed by department procedures and management. Directly perform restaurant functions including food preparation, cashiering, counter service, restaurant cleanliness and catered event setup.

Main Functions & Responsibilities:

• To manage an assigned Restaurant location and seasonal staff in accordance with the following:
• WCS and department rules and regulations.
• Department of Health food safety guidelines.
• Restaurant department quality, service, cleanliness, cash standards.
• Control scheduling of seasonal help and maintain labor cost guidelines.
• Maintain systems of ordering food, inventory and related supplies.
• Responsible to orient and train seasonal staff.
• To assist WCS and any of its departments with events.
• Perform related tasks and duties as assigned.

Internal Qualification Requirements :Position Qualifications:
The Candidate must have a minimum of 2-4 years of restaurant experience in a fast-paced quick service restaurant with proven leadership qualities. They must have demonstrated excellent service standards, interpersonal skills and have a strong understanding of product quality, cash handling and sales. Employee must be able to work Saturdays, Sundays and all holidays.
WCS is an equal opportunity employer, and the organization complies with all employment and labor laws and regulations that prohibit discrimination in hiring and ensures that candidates from all backgrounds are fairly and consistently considered during the recruitment process. We are dedicated to hiring and engaging a diverse workforce. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment and look for future team members who share that same value. The organization provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified candidates. The organization does not discriminate for employment based on gender, race/ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information or any other covered status or characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.

It is everyone’s responsibility to ensure that we do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based upon a person’s membership in one of these protected categories in areas such as recruitment, selection, job assignment, supervision, training, promotions, job grading, transfers, termination, compensation, benefits, educational opportunities, WCS sponsored recreational activities and facilities.

Note that the salary offer will reflect the selected candidate’s individual experiences, skills and qualifications, internal equity, work location and country of work.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,699.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 1 year
• 2 years

Restaurant type:

• Quick service & fast food restaurant

Shift:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• New York, NY 10021: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person