City of Portland - Concessions Staff (On-Call)

This job was posted by https://joblink.maine.gov : For more information, please see: https://joblink.maine.gov/jobs/1384072 City of Portland - Concessions Staff (On-Call) Parks, Recreation & Facilities Department Public Assembly Facilities \ About the City of Portland Parks, Recreation and Facilities Department: The Portland Parks, Recreation, and Facilities Department is comprised of 160 full-time and over 250 seasonal staff dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Portland, Maine. They achieve this by operating cultural venues, running community programs (including Before and After School, Swim Lessons, and Senior Adult programs), and maintaining public buildings, waterfront infrastructure, 70 parks, 40+ miles of trails, 13 cemeteries, and 30 playgrounds. Their diverse team, including Park Maintainers, Lifeguards, Event Managers, Horticulturalists, and many others, works collaboratively to provide spaces and opportunities for social connection, recreation, and community development. \ Job Summary: You can be a part of the guest experience at Merrill Auditorium, the James A. Banks Exposition Building, Fitzpatrick Stadium, Ocean Gateway, William B. Troubh Ice Arena and other outdoor parks and City properties. Exciting opportunity to work Maine Celtics games, performances at Merrill Auditorium, and many more events. \ Duties & Responsibilities: - Set-up prior and tear-down following an event. - Preparing, cooking, taking orders, serving, and distributing food and beverages. - Cleaning before, during and after events. - Crowd management. - Excellent communication and customer service skills needed. - Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends and holidays. - Must have a valid Class C driver's license with a good driving record. \ Required Skills & Experience: - Ability to work with others, as well as independently. - Prior experience handling money. - Ability to reach, grasp, and stoop and lift/push/pull/move moderate to heavy loads for long hours. \ Preferred Skills & Experience: - Prior experience in food and beverage operations at a public venue. - Experience working with diverse populations. \ Expected Hours/Schedule: Flexible schedule, including nights, weekends and holidays. \ Applications accepted until filled. Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. \ Salary: This is an on-call position, with a pay rate starting at $18.00/hour, with an additional $2.00/hour stipend for all Maine Celtics events worked. \ If you have any questions or need assistance with the application, please email Human Resources at [email protected] or call 207-874-8624. \ The City of Portland believes that to do our best work, our employees need to reflect the diverse, vibrant community we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation, please call 207-874-8624 or email [email protected]. To apply, visit https://selfservice.portlandmaine.gov/ess/EmploymentOpportunities/JobDetail.aspx?req=344&sreq=10&form=1000&desc=CONCESSIONS%20STAFF%20(ON-CALL) je-6d56b002ee15493ab6e4559145429e7f