EHS Food Safety Specialist

Busch Gardens is a place of thrills, fun and positive, lasting memories. And that's just what its like to work here! As a key member of our team, you'll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If you're dedicated, dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service, this is a place for you!

Compensation Rate: $13.75/hr.

This role is responsible to conduct or assist with food safety inspections of park food service facilities; department filing and record keeping; assist educating ambassadors on proper food safety practices; attendance at all safety meetings as required. All ambassadors enthusiastically represent the company by displaying a positive attitude, high level of energy and commitment to quality throughout all aspects of the job. You will also:

• Conduct and assist with internal food safety inspections and audits as assigned by the EHS Food Safety Leader; provide detailed reporting to senior leadership
• Assist educating culinary ambassadors on food safety standards as recommended by the FDA Food Code
• Conduct and assist with regular EHS Food Safety inspections throughout the park to ensure that all departments are in compliance with SEA Food Safety policies & DBPR/DOA regulations and follow up on corrective actions
• Assist with recordkeeping and data tracking of food safety and safety data
• Conduct internal audits to ensure levels of cleanliness and a safe environment for ambassadors and guests
• Attend all safety meetings as required.
• Collaborate and establish relationships with other departments to ensure business needs are being met
• Perform other duties as assigned

What it takes to succeed:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• At least 3 days of unrestricted availability to include weekends, holidays and evenings.
• Working knowledge of computers and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (i.e., Excel, Word, and Power Point).
• Must be certified or able to complete a certified Food Safety management course within 90 days of hire (i.e. ServSafe)
• Strong analytical aptitude.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to appropriately manage confidential and sensitive information.
• Ability to handle multiple and varied tasks in a team environment.
• Knowledge of food handling techniques and be comfortable and able to work with all food types, including food allergens in any dining facility
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time; must be able to lift, push, carry and pull 25 pounds; ability to climb/ascend heights if needed; perform tasks that require frequent bending from waist to floor, kneeling, squatting, simple hand grasping work, overhead work and fine manipulation (use of keyboard/writing)
• Must be able to work indoors and outdoors, in varying Florida weather, to include extreme heat
• Ability to positively interact with park guests and co-workers of all ages, different ethnic/cultural backgrounds and/or language, and individuals with special needs.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule/hour based on business need, to include opening, mid-, and closing shifts; nights, weekends, and holidays

What else is important:

• Valid driver's license preferred.
• Some college coursework preferred.
• Previous theme park experience preferred.

The perks of the position: Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment, and great teammates, as well as:

• FREE park admission
• Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends
• Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.
• Scholarship opportunities
• Exclusive employee events and giveaways

EEO Employer:

SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.