Café/Food Truck Cook

ABOUT US

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens offers world-class horticulture, art & nature-based exhibitions and educational programs. The 13-acre indoor and outdoor facility—situated two miles from downtown Columbus—features glasshouses including the historic John F. Wolfe Palm House; botanical gardens including the Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation Children’s Garden and Scotts Miracle Gro-Foundation Community Garden Campus; and event venues. The Conservatory is home to the largest collection of Chihuly glass in a botanical garden and Light Raiment II by internationally renowned artist James Turrell. Committed to the community, the Conservatory strives to provide an accessible and welcoming experience to all.

MISSION

Inspired by horticulture, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens elevates quality of life and connects the community through educational, cultural and social experiences.

VISION

A world that celebrates nature as essential to the human experience.

JOB SUMMARY: The Seasonal Café Cook prepares recipes from scratch while ensuring high quality food and customer service for all guests and employees of the Conservatory.

Compensation: $18/hr + tips.

Additional Information: Part-Time staff will receive complimentary Conservatory membership and participation in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Sets up and stocks the “Hot Line and Grab & Go” areas before opening with all necessary menu and back up items for service.
• Communicates relevant menu and ingredient needs/information to fellow team members.
• Operational procedures and hours.
• Notifies the Executive Chef and fellow team members when any items are running low.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Executive Chef.
• Prepares ingredients and from scratch baked goods, soups, salads, and sauces in a fast and efficient
• Runs food to guests as needed.
• Manner, following cafe recipes and specifications while paying special attention to food quality, flavor, temperatures, date labels, and product rotation.
• Maintains focus on outstanding food and service.
• Ensures all food leaving the kitchen is fresh, properly presented, and up to café standards.
• Follows Ohio Health Department guidelines regarding personal hygiene, food temperature controls, date labels, and product rotation.
• Opens, closes, and operates the Café and/or Conservatory Food Truck according to predetermined
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of the work station, kitchen, truck, and storage areas.
• Prepares orders according to menu or special request, as quickly and neatly as possible, without sacrificing food quality.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Knowledge of food weights/measurements.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Servsafe certification.
• Knowledge of food preparation and equipment.
• Ability to work long days, weekends, holidays, and evening hours.
• Proficient written and oral communication skills.
• Experience in customer service within a restaurant or café environment.
• Ability to stand/walk for several hours at a time.
• Knowledge and understanding of safe food handling procedures.
• Ability to lift, carry, or otherwise move objects weighing up to 50 pounds when receiving and storing food and equipment.
• Proficient problem solving skills.
• Previous foodservice experience required, including experience preparing recipes from scratch.

EEO Statement:

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Conservatory does not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, lactation status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other protected status. The Conservatory values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.