
Join the team at The Chocolatier Restaurant, Bar + Patio, a year round, full service restaurant located at Hersheypark. The Chocolatier serves up family fare with a fun spin, and hints of chocolate for lunch and dinner. The space features past and present pieces from the Hersheypark ride collection, one-of-a-kind views of neighboring attractions, and a second-story patio and bar. The Chocolatier celebrates the life and legacy of our founder, Milton S. Hershey, by continuing to bring people together for happiness, fun, and of course, chocolate.
This position is responsible for kitchen staff management, food preparation, menu development, food safety, quality, and presentation at The Chocolatier Restaurant, Bar & Patio.
As a Full-Time Team Member, you will enjoy sweet perks like FREE admission to Hersheypark, discounts, and more as soon as you receive your Employee ID! Your total compensation consists not only of the wage that you are paid, but also includes Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage beginning the first day of the next month after you begin working, 401K Contribution, paid time off, and so much more!
Job Functions (Items marked with an asterisk are essential functions of this position):
Maintain high standards of food quality and preparation, while anticipating guest needs.
Assist with developing menu items, creating recipes, sourcing ingredients, and maintaining updated costing.
Interview, supervise, motivate, guide, train, counsel, and discipline (when needed) culinary team members on a daily basis.*
Maintain proper inventory levels and control food and labor costs. Order ingredients and supplies.*
Resolve guest and employee concerns.
Inspect, evaluate, and correct food safety, sanitation, and work safety standards. Use a hands-on approach, along with coaching, to ensure all food safety and sanitation standards are met.*
Monitor compliance with company, property, and department policies and procedures.
Maintain equipment in good working order, submitting regular service repairs and requests as needed.*
Perform other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications:
Minimum of 3 years of related experience.
Industry Experience - Food and Beverage
Experience in high - volume a la carte or banquet environments
18 years of age or older.
Completion of high school or GED
Degree or diploma in Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management (or related) preferred.
Post-Employment - Must obtain RAMP Certification, ServSafe Manager and ServSafe Allergen Certificates.
Additional Qualifications:
Strong communication skills.
Understanding of food and labor costs.
Knowledge of ordering procedures and staff scheduling procedures.
Skilled in the use of the Google Workspace, including Sheets and Docs.
Physical Demands & Working Conditions
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:
Reaching Forward Frequent (34-66%)
Climbing Stairs Frequent (34-66%) (ft maximum height)
Lifting Constant (>67%) (50lbs maximum weight)
Reaching Overhead Frequent (34-66%)
Finger Dexterity Frequent (34-66%)
Hand/Eye Coordination Frequent (34-66%)
Stooping Frequent (34-66%)
Bending Constant (>67%)
Standing Constant (>67%)
Walking Constant (>67%)
This job regularly requires verbal communication of detailed information to others either by phone or in person.
Must be able to speak and read the English language.
The position is subject to environmental conditions. Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.
Schedules will vary according to operating needs, but will include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Hershey Entertainment and Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Welcome to Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company (HE&R), an award-winning entertainment & hospitality organization with properties including: Hersheypark, The Hotel Hershey, Hershey Bears American Hockey League team, Hershey Lodge, and numerous restaurants. HE&R is a sought-after employer where our team members have fun, are welcomed for their differences and get to work in historic settings with the smell of chocolate in the air. Our team-focused and service-oriented culture is paramount to our success. We are a community-minded, family-focused organization that strives to deliver memorable experiences to guests and employees alike. With a robust Training & Development program, welcoming environment for all team members, enviable perks and 'sweet' working environments, we invite you to visit www.HersheyJobs.com to apply for a position with us!
HE&R is a privately held company founded in 1927 when our founder, Milton S. Hershey, separated his chocolate manufacturing operations from his other businesses. Our nearly 1,750 full-time and more than 7,000 seasonal/part-time employees share a common goal of upholding the legacy of our founder while striving to live by our company's Core Values: Devoted to the Legacy, Selfless Spirit of Service, Team Focused, and Respectful of Others.
OUR CORE PURPOSE:
Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company is proud to help fulfill the dream of our founder, Milton S. Hershey, by providing value to Milton Hershey School® in its mission of helping students lead happy, healthy, and fulfilling lives - just as Mr. Hershey wanted. Learn more at www.MHSKids.org.