Concessions Staff
FREIGHTPOSITION OVERVIEW The Concessionaire serves food and beverages in a fast-paced, quick-serve type work environment. In addition to providing patrons with sustenance, the Concessionaire plays an important role in shaping our guests' experience during live music events. The Concessionaire maintains a friendly, welcoming attitude at all times towards guests, colleagues, volunteers, artists and others who may be local or come from around the world. Inclusivity and diversity are values we hold dear, and our Concessionaires are deeply committed to nurturing respect, hospitality, and fun for everyone at The Freight. We prioritize safety and sanitation. Concessionaires are always attentive in following cleanliness, food handling, and ABC “carding” guidelines at our all-ages venue. Our kitchen and concessions work areas are not allergen free. This position may be exposed to allergens such as gluten, dairy, tree nuts, peanuts, fish, shellfish, and/or soy. RESPONSIBILITIES Prepare concessions area for service before events. Light food prep work including slicing ingredients, assembling orders, and so forth. Take orders and process credit and cash payments using the Square Point Of Sale system. Serve drinks, including beer and wine, and hot/cold foods.(snacks, soups, sandwiches, etc.) (wine, beer, hot and cold beverages) Put away deliveries, and restock Concessions area throughout the shows. Help maintain a tidy workspace including spot cleaning the kitchen, Concessions area, lobby, gallery, and cafe areas as needed. Concessionaires are responsible for cleaning any spills or messes in the Concessions Cafe area, or Concessions Line. Additional tasks as assigned. This job description is not a comprehensive list of activities required of the employee. Duties may change or new ones may be assigned at any time. SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & ABILITIES Required Must be eager to work towards our mission: The Freight is a vital home for music with deep roots from around the world that celebrates cultures, connects communities, and inspires creativity. ServSafe food handler certification (may obtain immediately after hire, we can help) ABC LEAD training certification or equivalent (may obtain immediately after hire, we can help) Must be 18 years of age or over at time of hire. Staff under 21 will only serve alcoholic beverages as an incidental part of their duties, if at all. Must be on your feet for most of the shift. Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds. Must be able to understand and respond clearly to verbal communication from behind the counters located outside and inside our listening room during amplified music events with 450+ guests in attendance. Intermediate (or better) understanding of English Must be willing to commit to a shift schedule that may include at least one weekend matinee/evening per week Must be able to pass a background check. Must have a friendly personality, and the desire to cultivate an atmosphere of fun in a fast paced work environment. Preferred/Desirable At least 6 months quick-service café or bar experience Experience with electronic POS (Point Of Sale) systems, e.g. Clover, Square Intermediate (or better) understanding of a non-English language Experience in sales or fundraising Experience with inventory management, FIFO, etc. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT The Freight is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity to its employees and applicants for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other reason unrelated to ability to perform the position. This policy applies to every aspect of employment, including but not limited to hiring, advancement, transfer, demotion, termination, compensation, benefit, training and working conditions. Job Type: Part-time Pay: $20.30 per hour Benefits: Flexible schedule Paid sick time Work Location: In person