Event Facility Staff

City of Lincoln; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Santa Cruz Seaside Company is seeking staff to support event facilities and food service operations at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Responsibilities include cleaning, setup of tables and equipment, and assisting events staff.

The role requires reliable guest service, flexibility to work 7 days a week and occasional evenings. Candidates must have at least 3 months’ experience in housekeeping or related fields and obtain a CA Food Handler card within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• At least 3 months of work experience in housekeeping or custodial roles.
• Must obtain CA Food Handler card within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Food Service Events team to deliver hospitality for Guests.
• Set up and dismantle tables, chairs and equipment for events at the Beach Boardwalk.
• Set up audio/visual equipment and ensure clean, safe environments.
• Maintain floors, sanitize restrooms and storage areas, and handle light maintenance tasks.
• Assist with load-in/load-out of vendors and event setup as needed.

Skills

Guest service

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Reading/writing

Attic access training

Audio/visual operation

Tables/chairs setup

Education

CA Food Handler card training

Tools

Audio/visual equipment

Cushman cart

Man lift

Automated floor machines

Job description

• Location 400 BEACH ST,Santa Cruz, CA, 95060,United States
• Base Pay $19.50 / Hour
• Job Category Food Service - 501, Seasonal Position
• Employee Type Seasonal

JOB SUMMARY

Under supervision, responsible for the cleaning and maintaining of all Event Facilities at the Santa Cruz Seaside Company (including the Ball Room, Bay View Room, Sun Room, Sun Room Terrace, Beach Deck, and Aloha Terrace). Will assist events staff as needed during events. As necessary, will assist with other operational needs of the food service department.

UNIQUE JOB REQUIREMENTS

This is a unique opportunity to join the Boardwalk's great Guest Service Team. Must provide exceptional Guest Service by acknowledging and greeting all Guests and exemplify outstanding service to our Guests by owning the key Guest Service Principles: Smile, Welcome, Eye Contact, Lift the Experience and Leave Them Well.

Wears company issued uniform. Will work primarily inside, sometimes outside for special events. Must be available 7 days a week, 24 hours a day including weekends and holidays. Must be flexible, able to work on multiple tasks and follow-up on a variety of details. Must be trained to safely access the attic and crawl spaces. Must obtain a CA Food Handler card within 30 days of hire, or show proof of existing CA Food Handler card.

JOB TASKS (IN ORDER OF IMPORTANCE)

• Coordinate and work with Food Service Events team to deliver the highest quality of hospitality for our Guests
• Answer Guest questions and provide consistent helpful service to Guests and Team Members
• Set up and dismantle tables, chairs and equipment for various events at the Beach Boardwalk, including setting/arranging chairs, tables, buffets, bus stations and coffee stations
• Set up audio/visual equipment
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, scrub, polish, and sanitize various areas including rest rooms and storage areas
• Maintain hardwood floors by mopping, buffing and waxing, move furniture, run errands, clean windows and empty trash
• Perform light maintenance such as making minor repairs and changing light bulbs
• Responsible for cleaning the delivery area and for accepting and unloading deliveries
• Observe and report unsafe handling and storage of product and equipment
• Set and remove linens and install table skirts as needed
• Responsible for inventory, storage and laundering of table skirts, delivery and pick up from Wardrobe
• Staff bar for picnics
• Stock restrooms before and during events
• Provide electrical power hook-ups for booths at trade shows
• Apply safe working practices to all tasks
• Requires prior training and written authorization to access the attic and crawl spaces
• Staff events and perform tasks as required to assure events run smoothly and handle problems
• Change marquee
• Serve as door person and may be the food server for events with coffee and light snacks
• Pick up trash, beverage containers and barware (bottles, glasses, etc.) during and at close of events
• Assist with load-in and load-out of vendors and clients in freight elevator
• Check out and deliver equipment on loan to other departments
• Read event planner, keep records, and fill out forms
• On an as-needed basis, may work in restaurants as food service staff, give breaks and fill in when necessary
• Other duties as assigned

RELATIONSHIPS INTERNAL

All levels of Santa Cruz Seaside Company Team Members. Works closely with Banquet & Events staff.

RELATIONSHIPS EXTERNAL

Guests, vendors and providers of service

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

At least 3 months of work experience which includes housekeeping, custodial or related experience. Experience cleaning commercial buildings is desirable.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Ability to apply methods of cleaning for facilities at a high standard of service.
• Ability to follow safety practices and proper lifting techniques.
• Ability to adhere to safety practices for accessing the attic and crawl spaces.
• Ability to read, do simple mathematics, and write event reports.
• Ability to learn to operate "man lift".
• Ability to learn to operate automated floor machines.
• Ability to learn standard cleaning methods.
• Ability to install, operate and troubleshoot audio and visual equipment.
• Ability to be learn to operate a Cushman cart.
• Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with coworkers and guests.
• Ability to learn to properly set up and take down banquet rooms.
• Ability to stack chairs and tables, move stages, podiums, lecterns and audio/visual equipment.
• Ability to work as a team member.
• Ability to obtain CA Food Handler card within 30 days of hire.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Able to lift and stack 50 pound tables, up to shoulder height, up to 30 per shift.
• Able to walk, stand, stretch and bend for long periods of time.
• Bi-manual dexterity required.
• Able to hear normal conversations on the telephone and in person in a noisy environment.
• Able to see, read and write instructions and correspondences.
• Able to climb stairs and ladders.

LICENSES AND INSURANCE

n/a

TESTING UPON OFFER OF HIRE

criminal background check

Additional Information

• Age Requirements 18+
• Schedule This is an on site position that may be up to five days a week and may require work on nights, holidays, and weekends.
• Pre-Employment Testing Criminal Background Check