Concession Stand Worker - Impact Catering / OKC Fair Park

State Fair Of Oklahoma Inc • Oklahoma City, OK

1d • $11 - $12 • Onsite

About The Position

The Concession Stand Worker is responsible for greeting guests, taking orders, preparing simple food and beverages, accepting payments, and maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the work area. This role requires memorizing the product menu, restocking inventory, and assisting with the setup, opening, and closing of concession stands. The worker must ensure consistent presentation, food portion control, and quality, while also handling multiple orders simultaneously and adhering to cleaning procedures.

Requirements

• Ability to calculate basic math functions as they relate to the POS cash/credit transactions, cash reconciliation and product inventory.
• Ability to handle cash accurately and responsibly.
• Knowledge and utilization of food service equipment and safe food handling/preparation/serving skills.
• Utilize task prioritization and effective time management skills to meet frequent and competing deadlines in a high-volume, high-stress environment.
• Perform detailed work in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment handling multiple tasks with flexibility in a calm, professional manner.
• Effectively communicate with others in a clear, business-like, respectful and personable manner focused on generating a positive, enthusiastic and cooperative environment.
• Maintain high standards of appearance and grooming (i.e., clean, wrinkle-free clothing, proper uniform/attire, close attention to personal hygiene).
• Meet the company standard for excellent attendance, job reliability, diligence and dedication.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Speak, read and write in English.

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in basic food handling, sanitation and customer service, preferred.
• Experience working in a fast-paced concession stand setting preferred, or the attitude and to be trained.
• Valid liquor license/alcohol service permit and/or food handling certificate if required by state and federal regulations.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests in a pleasant manner and take orders for food and beverage products.
• Prepare simple foods and beverages, (i.e., drinks, nachos, etc.) ensuring recipes and portion control standards are consistent.
• Accept payment from guests and make change as necessary.
• Maintain currency in register accurately and responsibly at all times.
• Learn and use proper sanitation techniques.
• Memorize the product menu available at the stand(s).
• Restock inventory as necessary.
• Assist in setup, opening and/or closing of stand(s) daily which may include, but is not limited to preparing food, cleaning, prepping, coordinating with Stand Supervisor to prepare for openings of events/shows, and breakdown after monies have been taken, counted and balanced at the appropriate money room.
• Ensure work areas and surfaces remain clean and organized throughout shift, food product is properly stored and utensils are kept clean.
• Judge proper food portions for assembling orders according to posted specifications and portion controls for the Oklahoma State Fair, Inc. Food & Beverage Standards.
• Ensure presentation, food portion control and quality are consistently maintained.
• Listen to two cashiers call out orders simultaneously and retain information while continuing to work in a controlled manner.
• Review stand’s detailed cleaning list at the end of each event making sure all equipment is cleaned at the close of the event/show.
• Assist in other food and beverage departments as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• A 401(k) program is available once the employee meets the eligibility requirements for participation.
• Additional benefits may be available based on job classification.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED