Loss Prevention
Zoo Knowledge
EXTRA Guest Service
SSA Group
Gift Shop Policies
100

Who is the main link to stopping shrinkage?

YOU!

100

What year was the Cincinnati Zoo founded?

1873

100

What does the letter 'E' in EXTRA Guest Service stand for?

Every Guest is Greeted

100

Where was SSA Group founded?

Denver, Colorado. 

100

What colored pants and shoes are associates permitted to wear during their shift?

Pants: Khaki pants or shorts (must be 9 inches, Bermuda length)

Shoes: ALL black (bottoms, logos, and laces must be solid black)

200

What are three ways managers trace their store's shrinkage progress and trends?

1. Point of Sales Cash Register

2. Weekly Cycle Counts

3. Bi-Annual merchandise inventories 

200

Roughly how many members does the Cincinnati Zoo have?

Over 77,000 members!

200

What style of questions should you be asking our guests?

Open-ended questions!

200

How many partnerships does SSA Group have?

88.

200

How often do attendance points reset?

Every 60 days.

300

What are the three main factors that cause shrinkage?

External theft, internal theft, and human error.

300

What accreditation does the Zoo hold? 

AZA (Association of Zoos and Aquariums).

300

What percentage of communication is in body language and tone?

93%!

300

What three services does SSA Group provide for the Cincinnati Zoo?

Retail, Food, and Catering Services.

300

What is the proper procedure if you are calling off for your scheduled shift?

1.Offer your shift up on Slack and Dayforce (if applicable).

2. Try to find coverage.

3. Call the gift shop and speak with a manager.

400

What is the gift shop's code word when there is a possible shop lifter?

"Gum on the floor"

400

How many animal species does the Zoo currently hold?

500

400

What does the letter 'R' in EXTRA stand for?

Remember to suggest!

400

How many states does SSA Group have partnerships in?

32 states.

400

Name three items that are NOT included in the SSA Group meal plan.

Prepackaged foods, Dippin Dots, ICEES, Graeter's Ice Cream, Dole Whip & Bottled Drinks (these items can be purchased for 50% off).

500

Who is permitted to ring out SSA Group employees?

Gift Shop Managers! (Manager or Supervisor)

500

How many calming rooms does the Zoo have?

Two- One in Vine Street Village (across from the gift shop), and one in Mai Tai's Marketplace.

500

Is the guest always right?

The guest may not always be right, but they will always be our guest :)

500

Name the four employee resource groups SSA Group provides.

PRIDE, Empow(h)er, Melevated, and Hispanos.

500

What is the Gift Shop number?

(513) 559-7763

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