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Conservation Centers for Species Survival (C2S2)

Culinary Specialist

Glen Rose, Texas, United States · On-site

Mid level

FOSSIL RIM WILDLIFE CENTER invites applicants for the position: Culinary Specialist Summary/Purpose of Position: This position requires a high-impact, hospitality-focused culinary professional responsible for creating ex…

Skills: Culinary operations, Menu development, Food safety, Inventory management, Purchasing

Conservation Centers for Species Survival (C2S2)

Support Services Tech

Glen Rose, Texas, United States · On-site

Entry level

FOSSIL RIM WILDLIFE CENTER invites applicants for the position: Support Services Tech Summary/Purpose of Position: The purposes of this position of “Support Services Tech” is to include, but not be limited to: the upkeep…

Skills: Carpentry, Plumbing, Electrical, Landscaping, Equipment operation

Conservation Centers for Species Survival (C2S2)

Entry Level - Administrative Coordinator

Glen Rose, Texas, United States · On-site

$15/hr–$18/hr

Entry level

FOSSIL RIM WILDLIFE CENTER invites applicants for the position: Entry Level Administrative Coordinator THIS IS AN HOURLY POSITION: $15-$18.00 Must be 21 years or older Summary and Purpose of Position: This position is re…

Skills: Administrative support, Inventory management, Human resources support, Data entry, Communication

Conservation Centers for Species Survival (C2S2)

Animal Care - Carnivore Curator

Glen Rose, Texas, United States · On-site

Senior

FOSSIL RIM WILDLIFE CENTER invites applicants for the position: Animal Care - Carnivore Curator "Fossil Rim only houses four species of carnivores- we do them all in a big way! We have one of the largest collections of c…

Skills: Carnivore Management, Staff Supervision, Public Speaking, ZIMS, Budget Management

Culinary Specialist

Conservation Centers for Species Survival (C2S2)

Glen Rose, Texas, United States • On-site

Mid level

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Full-time
professional certificate
Posted 1d ago
~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

The Culinary Specialist is responsible for planning and executing high-quality meals for guests while overseeing daily kitchen operations, including menu development and inventory management. They must ensure compliance with food safety standards and provide exceptional hospitality to enhance the guest experience.

Requirements

Candidates should have previous culinary experience in a hospitality environment and possess or be able to obtain a Texas Food Manager Certification. Strong organizational skills and the ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, are required.

Full job description

FOSSIL RIM WILDLIFE CENTER invites applicants for the position:

Culinary Specialist

Summary/Purpose of Position:

This position requires a high-impact, hospitality-focused culinary professional responsible for creating exceptional dining experiences for overnight guests staying at the Lodge and Safari Camp. The Culinary Specialist is responsible for preparing the complimentary continental breakfast offerings, lunches, elevated buffet or plated dinners, and special event meals while maintaining the highest standards of food quality, presentation, cleanliness, and food safety.

Working collaboratively with the Lodgings leadership team, this position oversees the day-to-day culinary operation including menu development, inventory management, purchasing, food safety, and the continuous improvement of the dining program. The Culinary Specialist is responsible for ensuring all food is prepared, stocked, and ready for service.

Description of Position: The essential responsibilities of the Lodgings Culinary Specialist include, but are not necessarily limited to the following:

Culinary Operations
- Plan, prepare, and execute high-quality breakfast, lunch, dinner and special event meals based on occupancy forecasts, guest counts, dietary needs, and operational requirements.
- Prepare and stage the complimentary continental breakfast for service.
- Develop and continuously improve seasonal menus and culinary offerings that complement the overnight guest experience.
- Coordinate menus and meal service with the Lodgings Manager for VIP guests, buyouts, special events, and seasonal programming.
- Accommodate food allergies, dietary restrictions, and special requests.
- Ensure consistency in food quality, presentation, and portion control.
Food Safety
- Possess or obtain Texas Food Manager Certification.
- Maintain compliance with all applicable health, food safety, sanitation, and regulatory requirements.
- Ensure proper food temperatures, storage, preparation, and service procedures.
- Maintain clean and sanitized kitchen, workstations, equipment, utensils, and serving areas.
- Be actively involved with Fossil Rim’s Food Safety Committee.
Guest Experience
- Deliver a dining experience consistent with Fossil Rim’s hospitality standards.
- Professionally engage with guests and respond to questions, requests, and dining concerns.
- Support celebrations, VIP experiences, and special occasions.
- Evaluate guest feedback and recommend improvements to menus, presentation, and service.
Department Collaboration
- Work collaboratively with the Lodgings Manager and other department leaders.
- Participate in daily operational planning, occupancy discussions, and special event coordination.
- Communicate inventory needs, purchasing requirements, and operational concerns proactively.
- Participate constructively in meetings, planning sessions and departmental initiatives.
- Assist in training culinary support staff as assigned.
- Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, teamwork, and support of Fossil Rim’s Mission, Vision, Core Values, and departmental goals.

Other Responsibilities: These include the following:

Present world-class customer service through professionalism, helpfulness, and hospitality.
Maintain current knowledge of Lodge operations, Safari Camp operations, special events and departmental procedures.
Ensure adherence to the Employee Handbook, Risk Management Plan, departmental SOPs, and all Fossil Rim policies.
Maintain confidentiality regarding guests, staff, and organizational operations.
Be a part of Foss Rim’s Food Safety and Health Standards Committee.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience and Qualities Required: These include the following:

Previous culinary experience in a hotel, resort, restaurant, catering, country club, or similar hospitality environment preferred.
Texas Food Manager Certification or the ability to obtain certification within 90 days of hire.
Experience preparing meals for groups of up to 70 guests preferred.
Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
Knowledge of food safety, inventory management, purchasing, and food cost control.
Creative approach to menu planning and food presentation.
Professional appearance, dependability, and the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a leadership team.
The availability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.

Physical Requirements:

Be able to stand for extended periods.
Be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Be able to bend, kneel, reach, and climb stairs as necessary.
Work safely around commercial kitchen equipment, hot surfaces, cleaning chemicals, and outdoor serving environments.

Position Specs: A full-time exempt position, typically requiring a minimum of a 40-hour work week. Flexibility is required based on occupancy, special events, and operational needs. Additional hours, evenings, weekends, and holidays may be required to support the operational needs of the Lodgings Department.

Please submit your resume today! We are a Non-Profit organization and an equal employment opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected classification under federal and state law.

Fossil Rim is an “at will” and equal opportunity employer. It should be noted that it is company policy to conduct background checks on potential new employees, inclusive of testing for drugs and controlled substance use.

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About Conservation Centers for Species Survival (C2S2)

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Industry: Environmental Services
Company size: 1 employee
Headquarters: Austin, Texas
LinkedIn followers: 1,319

Mission: Leadership in studying and creating self-sustaining populations ex situ and in situ of the world's most endangered animal species. The Conservation Centers for Species Survival (C2S2) is a group of conservation centers that collectively manage more than 25,000 acres of land devoted to the survival of threatened species with special needs (including those requiring large land areas, natural group sizes and minimal public disturbance). By combining their scientific and management expertise, these centers excel in studying and creating self-sustaining populations of some of the world’s most endangered animals. Currently the six full participating facilities are the Fossil Rim Wildlife Center, Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium, Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute, the Wilds and White Oak Conservation Center. Collectively, C2S2 has large, naturalistic areas that support significant-sized groups of animals that, in turn, allow for enhanced research in husbandry, reproductive biology, endocrinology, nutrition, genetics, behavior, health and ecology. By focusing on species that can most benefit from its space and facilities, populations can be managed on a large scale. Our goal is creating information, animals and populations that directly benefit that species in nature.

Offices: 701 Brazos St. #1623, Austin, Texas 78701, US

Wildlife conservationendangered speciesresearchreintroductionland stewardshipreproductive biologycapacity buildinganimal husbandrybehaviorand species and population management

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About Conservation Centers for Species Survival (C2S2)

LinkedIn Visit site

Industry: Environmental Services
Company size: 1 employee
Headquarters: Austin, Texas
LinkedIn followers: 1,319

Mission: Leadership in studying and creating self-sustaining populations ex situ and in situ of the world's most endangered animal species. The Conservation Centers for Species Survival (C2S2) is a group of conservation centers that collectively manage more than 25,000 acres of land devoted to the survival of threatened species with special needs (including those requiring large land areas, natural group sizes and minimal public disturbance). By combining their scientific and management expertise, these centers excel in studying and creating self-sustaining populations of some of the world’s most endangered animals. Currently the six full participating facilities are the Fossil Rim Wildlife Center, Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium, Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute, the Wilds and White Oak Conservation Center. Collectively, C2S2 has large, naturalistic areas that support significant-sized groups of animals that, in turn, allow for enhanced research in husbandry, reproductive biology, endocrinology, nutrition, genetics, behavior, health and ecology. By focusing on species that can most benefit from its space and facilities, populations can be managed on a large scale. Our goal is creating information, animals and populations that directly benefit that species in nature.

Offices: 701 Brazos St. #1623, Austin, Texas 78701, US

Wildlife conservationendangered speciesresearchreintroductionland stewardshipreproductive biologycapacity buildinganimal husbandrybehaviorand species and population management

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