Catering & Concessions Specialist

Virginia Horse Center; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Horse Center Foundation is seeking a Food and Beverage Concessions/Catering Worker to provide friendly, courteous service and accurate order entry in a fast-paced venue. You will assist with producing all food products, ensure proper cost control, maintain safety and sanitation, and support catering events from planning through execution.

This non-exempt seasonal role requires excellent teamwork, strong communication, and reliability.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• ServSafe Certification.
• High school diploma.
• One to three years’ experience in a restaurant or catering environment.

Responsibilities

• Participates in daily tasks such as food preparation, stocking supplies, taking inventory, cleaning, operating the register, and order placement.
• Adheres to guidelines set forth by Food & Beverage Management and ABC Board.
• Maintain standard recipes to ensure consistency and quality of food.
• Help create innovative and appealing menus that reflect culinary trends and meet customer preferences.
• Oversee food preparation and cooking processes to maintain high standards of taste and presentation and acts as quality control for outgoing product.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards and health department regulations.
• Stay updated on industry trends and incorporate new techniques and ingredients into menu offerings.
• Foster a positive work environment that encourages teamwork, creativity, and professional growth.
• Handle customer inquiries and complaints in a prompt and courteous manner.
• Provide two-way communication and nurture an ownership environment with emphasis in motivation and teamwork.
• Ensure collaboration with management to achieve financial targets and contribute to the overall success of the Virginia Horse Center Foundation.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Teamwork

ServSafe Certification

Education

High school diploma

Industry related post-secondary training

Tools

POS system

Job description

Virginia Horse Center Foundation is seeking a Food and Beverage Concessions/Catering Worker to provide friendly, courteous service and accurate order entry in a fast-paced venue. You will assist with producing all food products, ensure proper cost control, maintain safety and sanitation, and support catering events from planning through execution.

This non-exempt seasonal role requires excellent teamwork, strong communication, and reliability.