Culinary Data/Purchasing Assistant - Full Time Seasonal

The Dollywood Company•Pigeon Forge, TN

11h•Onsite

About The Position

At Dollywood Parks & Resorts, we create memories worth repeating! We are seeking a Culinary Data/ Purchasing Clerk who will embody the heart and soul of our mission of creating memories worth repeating while bringing families closer together while caring deeply about our brand. We want to work alongside someone who acts as an extension of our mission, values, and culture. The ideal Culinary Data/ Purchasing Clerk will be equal parts curious learner, innovator, administrator, detail driver, mentor, and motivator. The Culinary Data/ Purchasing Clerk will be responsible for compiling data accurately and efficiently for the Culinary Department. These responsibilities will be performed in a manner consistent with the mission, vision, operating philosophies and standards for the Dollywood Company. Additionally, the ideal candidate will be able to display and live out Lead with Love qualities, strongly rooted in the Dollywood Company culture, by being patient, kind, trusting, unselfish, truthful, forgiving, dedicated and accountable.

Requirements

Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
High School Degree or equivalent
Minimum two years of general data entry experience and/or two-year accounting degree
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to write reports with clear and concise wording
Proven skills in time manager and strong organizational skills
Strong attention to detail
Must successfully complete a pre-employment background check and drug screen
Must be self-motivated and disciplined
Must be able to prioritize and complete work assignments on a timely basis
Must maintain strict confidentiality and judgment regarding privileged information
Must have professional appearance with good personal hygiene
Must be productive in a fast-paced environment
Must maintain dependable work attendance and flexibility with assigned work schedules including any required overtime, evenings, weekends and holidays
Must be sensitive to the needs of our Guests and feel empowered to act to meet their needs within company guidelines
Must be able to utilize effective communication, problem solving, conflict management and interpersonal skills
Must be able to communicate effectively with Guests and Hosts using approved communication methods
Able to collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan, execute, and deliver projects ahead of schedule, fostering open communication and mutual support to achieve shared goals
Able to comprehend instructions and retain information
Able to perform duties consistent with creating a safe and secure environment for hosts and guests
Able to be flexible to handle frequent changes in priorities
Must reflect Dollywood’s image by being genuinely friendly and caring and by taking pride in work
Must reflect Dollywood Company core values through the lens of dignity and respect
Must be committed to continuous improvement
Must promote and support a “team” work environment by cooperating and helping co-workers
Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide with accuracy

Nice To Haves

College degree recommended.

Responsibilities

Complete daily reports and necessary communication to the Culinary team
Assist Culinary Purchaser with creating and reconciling Purchase orders
Assist Culinary Purchaser with reviewing and submitting all orders
Support with Culinary Technology: System Administrator in Crunch Time, Assist Culinary Analyst with Technology Maintenance
Gather necessary data related to special projects as requested by the Culinary Purchaser, Culinary Analyst, Food Operations Managers, Senior Operations Managers, Culinary Director, VP of Culinary and Executive Chefs
Support with gathering necessary data for daily/weekly/ analysis as requested by the Culinary Purchaser
Support Culinary Purchaser with vendor communication and service requests
Assist Culinary Purchaser with credit requests and tracking
Serve as backup to the Culinary Purchaser in their absence
Assist with compiling and maintaining up-to-date allergen information documentation
Answer phones in a professional and friendly manner
Support Park Revenue Team when necessary