Event Operator, Concession Coordinator

Cactuscorn; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Tips possible

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Cactus Corn is hiring an Event Operator – Concessions to support our Arizona events. This part-time role puts you on the front line at sports games, concerts, and festivals, delivering craft snacks with a smile while learning operations across a mobile kitchen and concession setups.

You’ll load in, serve, manage lines, handle POS and cash, and travel to sites across the Phoenix metro. Weekly pay and growth opportunities make this a fun, fast-paced side job with flexible evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Experience in live-event food service or festival concessions.
• Comfortable in fast-paced environments with large crowds.
• Reliable, punctual, and customer-focused.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel statewide.

Responsibilities

• Load in, set up, operate, and tear down mobile setups.
• Operate service equipment and serve snacks in high-volume environments.
• Manage lines, keep service moving, and deliver a friendly brand presence.
• Accurately handle POS, cash, and end-of-event reporting.
• Travel to events across Phoenix with evenings/weekends.

Skills

Live-event food service

Food trucks

Mobile kitchens

Festival concessions

Catering

High-volume service

Job description

Cactus Corn has quicklybecome the "go to" Concessionaire for Arizona's biggest and best Event and Venues. We serve our delectable treats at sporting events, concertsand premier events across the valley.

"Creating smiles with Craft snacks"

We believe in providing the freedom to have fun while getting the job done in a highly productive manner while doing right by the client, associate and the company.

OUR PHILOSOPHY

A couple quick traits that our team members identify with:

• Winners Mentality
• Keep it simple
• Grit and Determination
• Punctuality

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM

"Your mission will be to put smiles on the faces of attendees"

Flexibility

Our scheduling is flexible and we will work with your availability. We have multiple evening and weekend shifts available all year long.

Fun

Get paid to have fun, laugh and put on a show while getting things done in a highly productive manner.

Opportunity for Growth

Be part of a talented team that wants everyone to grow and succeed personally and professionally. We strive to help our people any way we can. We want to incubate your growth!

Get Paid

Make top of the market pay on a weekly basis as well as the ability to earn tips each shift!

SO WHAT WILL I BE DOING?

As an Event Associate you will be responsible for making sure events run smoothly, providing quality craft snacks to fuel smiles, and making sure everyone has a smile on their face. You will be handling the order taking, production and delivery of the craft snacks and beverages. There will be other opportunities for growth; whether it be into a Stand Lead/Manager, production or warehouse coordinator, Operations or brand Ambassador.

THINGS TO DO ON THE JOB

• Smile
• Have Fun
• Make quality products
• Be efficient
• Hustle

THIS POSITION IS NOT FOR:

• Those that aren't highly motivated to make people smile and do a great job.
• Those who aren't willing to learn and adapt.
• Those who don't give it their all.

THIS POSITION IS FOR:

• Motivated individuals
• Knows how to make things happen on the fly
• Is resourceful
• Wants to have fun, make money and put smiles on peoples faces.

WHY SHOULD YOU BE INTERESTED IN THIS JOB

• Get paid to have fun!
• Be in a fun energetic atmosphere
• Flexible hours
• Meet fun and interesting people
• Attend fun and exciting events around the valley

WHY IS THIS JOB IMPORTANT:

Brand quality is the foundation of our expansion and long term growth. Being the face of the company means you create the client experience.

Event Operator, Concessions, Spring training, Concerts

phoenix, AZ

Event Operator – Food Truck & Live Events Company: Cactus Corn Location: Phoenix Metro Area (Events throughout Arizona)

About Cactus Corn:Cactus Corn is an Arizona-based premium popcorn brand on a mission to become an iconic Arizona favorite. We partner with major sports teams, festivals, community events, and fundraisers across the state.

If you thrive in fast-paced live-event environments, enjoy hands-on food truck operations, and take pride in representing a brand directly to customers, this role is for you.

What You’ll Do (Day-of-Event Reality)This is an active, operator-level role focused on execution, reliability, and customer experience.

Load in, set up, operate, and tear down our mobile food truck and event concession setups at sports games, festivals, and large-scale live events

Operate service equipment and produce and serve popcorn in high-volume service environments

Manage busy customer lines, keep service moving efficiently, and deliver a friendly, professional brand presence

Engage directly with event attendees and represent Cactus Corn with confidence and positivity

Stock product and supplies, maintain cleanliness, and follow health and safety compliance standards at all times

Accurately handle POS transactions, cash and card payments, and assist with end-of-event closing and sales reporting

Travel to event sites across Phoenix and work variable schedules, (typically evenings and weekends which makes this a great side hustle!)

Care for company equipment and property, identify issues, and communicate supply or maintenance needs proactively

What We’re Looking For (True Requirements) Experience in live-event food service, food trucks, mobile kitchens, festival concessions, catering, or high-volume quick-service hospitality

Comfortable working in fast-paced, high-energy environments with large crowds and long lines

Strong customer service skills and confidence engaging with the public

Physically able to stand for long periods, lift and move product, and work outdoors in varying conditions

Reliable, punctual, and professional in both appearance and attitude

Availability during weekends, nights, holidays, and peak event seasons

Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel statewide

Nice to Have (Not Required)Direct food truck or mobile kitchen experience

Experience with popcorn or snack-food production

Previous work at festivals, stadiums, fairs, or concession stands

Experience with POS systems and cash reconciliation

Why Join Cactus Corn? Weekly pay plus opportunities for tips, commissions, and performance-based earnings

Be part of a high-growth Arizona brand with strong local roots and major partnerships

Hands-on role where your work is visible, fast-paced, and appreciated at live events

Gain valuable experience in event operations, mobile food service, and brand representation

Opportunities for growth into lead, trainer, or event management roles

Support our education-focused fundraising initiatives while working with a fun, driven team

If you’ve worked live events, enjoy staying busy, and take pride in showing up prepared and reliable, we’d love to meet you.

Details

Location: phoenix, AZ

Employment Type: Part-Time

Salary: $16 - $20 /per hour

Skill Level: Entry Level