Food Services Leader - Front of House Catering (Full-Time)

Food Services Leader - Front of House Catering (Full-Time)

Toledo Zoo & Aquarium

The Toledo Zoo is currently seeking a Food Services Leader- Front of House Catering. The ideal candidate will oversee the execution of events across the zoo grounds, utilize event orders (BEO), supervise food preparation, train and direct staff on event days while performing excellent customer service. 

Responsibilities of this role will include supervising personnel, maintaining safety and sanitation, cash handling, and supporting various food service areas. By assisting with inventory management, training, and equipment maintenance, this position ensures smooth operations while collaborating with vendors, customers, and zoo staff. This position adheres to Toledo Zoo policies and OSHA regulations.

This position reports to the Senior Food Services Manger- Catering is non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for overtime pay for hours worked over forty (40) in a work week. 

Minimum Training and Experience

• Minimum of three to five years of experience in food services management, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required skills knowledge and abilities.
• Previous Catering experience is preferred. 
• Prefer degree in Food Service, Business, or related field.
• Must possess required certification in food service sanitation.
• Must be 21+ years of age.
• Flexible schedule is a must, with the ability to work night and weekend hours.
• Must have a valid drivers' license and be insurable by the fleet insurance carrier.
• The Toledo Zoo is drug-free workplace, including marijuana.

Toledo Zoo full-time and part-time employees have exclusive access to PNC EarnedIt, powered by DailyPay. This voluntary benefit allows employees to access a portion of their earned wages before payday, including pay for hours worked that same day. Learn more here.

The Toledo Zoo is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, creed, genetic information, sex, age, national origin, disability, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.