Cafe Cook and Attendant (Seasonal)

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The National Audubon Society is a leading nonprofit conservation organization with 120 years of science-based, community-driven impact, dedicated to protecting birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. Birds are powerful indicators of our planet’s health, acting as sentinels that warn us of environmental change and inspire action. Audubon works across the Western Hemisphere, driven by the understanding that what is good for birds is good for the planet. Through a collaborative, bipartisan approach across habitats, borders, and the political spectrum, Audubon drives meaningful and lasting conservation outcomes. With 800 staff and over 1.9 million supporters, Audubon is a dynamic and ever-growing force committed to ensuring a better planet for both birds and people for generations to come. Learn more at www.audubon.org and on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @audubonsociety. 

Position Summary

The Café Cook and Attendant will be an integral member of the Blair Visitor Center experience. The responsibility of this role is to combine basic food service with customer service. Tasks include food preparation, café set-up, order preparation and completion, ringing up sales, liaising with customers, and daily café clean-up and organization. The Café Cook and Attendant will be provided with on-the-job training and can demonstrate and develop their skills in the Blair Visitor Center, while surrounded by nature in Naples, Florida.  

This is a full-time, seasonal position, working up to 40 hours per week, from December 2026 through April 2027.

This position is classified as on-site based at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary in Naples, Florida.

Compensation:

$19.00 / hour

Essential Functions

• Greet customers and offer assistance with their order.

• Process food orders and note special requests, so all items are made correctly.

• Explain menu items to customers with enthusiasm and knowledge of our offerings.

• Prepare requested menu items and deliver/serve food to customers in a timely manner.

• Direct customers to utensils, condiments, restrooms, etc.

• Maintain sanitary workspaces and abide by all Florida healthy, hygiene and food service regulations.

• Clean and clear tables as needed and remove waste.

• Prepare and clean-up the café and kitchen area daily.

• Check-in deliveries and restock appropriate areas.

• Communicate any food, health and safety concerns to immediate supervisor.

• Assist with special events.

• Maintain and foster a culture of safety.

• Other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Experience working with food in a commercial kitchen.

• Efficient at managing a clean, safe, and sanitary environment.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Friendly demeanor.

• Attentive to detail and product quality.

• Able to follow directions and work autonomously.

• Able to work in an occasional fast-paced environment, while keeping a positive attitude.

• Ability to multi-task.

• Ability to maneuver with up to 25 lbs., with or without accommodations.

• Ability to remain stationary for extended periods of time.

• Ability to wear required health and safety equipment – e.g. food serving gloves.

• Commitment to Audubon’s organizational values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation and Audubon’s conservation mission.

• Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments is valued.

• A moderate understanding of computer platforms, including MS Office, Outlook and other web-based applications.

Preferred:

• Previous food service experience.

•  Must have current ServSafe certification or the ability to obtain certification upon hire.Experience using credit card processing machines.

Additional Requirements:

• Must be available 5 days, 9am to 5pm (occasional evening events).

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates.

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