Event Staff

Three Little Pigs

United States

On-site

CAD 39,000 - 48,000

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

Three Little Pigs in the Bay Area is hiring BBQ food stall team members for front and back of house. This event-based, part-time role places you at pop-ups and farmers markets across the Tri-Valley area and the Bay Area.

You will greet customers, take orders, assist with food prep, maintain cleanliness, and help ensure safe food handling. Compensation ranges from $20 to $25 per hour, depending on role and experience.

Qualifications

  • Must be at least 18 years old and legally authorized to work in the United States.
  • Reliable transportation to travel to various off-site event locations (mostly Tri-Valley, SF, and Oakland).
  • Event catering requires working unconventional hours; must be available weekends, evenings, and occasional holidays.
  • Ability to stand 6-8 hours and lift up to 40 lbs in an outdoor setting; strong stamina.
  • Must possess or be willing to obtain a Food Handler’s Card or ServSafe certification.

Responsibilities

  • Greet customers and take orders at the front counter; operate the POS system and process payments.
  • Prepare and plate food items during service and assist with prep tasks.
  • Expedite orders; ensure accuracy and timely handoff to customers with a smile.
  • Maintain cleanliness and food safety standards at the stall throughout events.

Skills

Customer service
Reliability and hustle
Food safety awareness

Education

Food Handler’s Card / ServSafe

Job description

BBQ Food Stall Team Members Needed (Front & Back of House)

About Three Little Pigs

Authentic Chicago BBQ, Made in California. Three Little Pigs isn’t just a business; it’s a family legacy born from a love for authentic flavors and the joy of feeding our neighbors. Owned and operated by Chicagoland natives. We believe that BBQ is the ultimate “comfort food”—a meal that brings people together, sparks conversation, and turns strangers into friends. When you eat at Three Little Pigs, you aren’t just a customer - you’re dining with the Chatmans. We bring that same warmth and hospitality to every event we serve, from local brewery pop-ups to large-scale corporate gatherings. A Taste of Chicago in California.

Description

Job Title: BBQ Food Stall Team Members Needed (Front & Back of House) - $20-$25/hr!

Location: Tri-Valley Area (Dublin, Pleasanton, Livermore) & Various Bay Area Events

Compensation: $20.00 – $25.00 per hour (Based on role and experience)

Job Type: Event-Based Part-Time / Farmers Market Style Food Stall

The Gig: Three Little Pigs is hiring reliable, high-energy individuals to help us serve authentic, high-quality barbecue at upcoming food festivals and events across the Bay Area. This is a fast-paced, customer-facing position that requires hustle, a positive attitude, and a strong focus on food safety. If you love working with food, enjoy a dynamic outdoor environment, and are looking for a great hourly wage, we want to hear from you!

Positions Available:

Front of House (Customer Facing)

  • Cashier / Order Taker: The friendly public face of the booth! Greet customers, take orders, operate the POS system, and handle payments.
  • Food Prep Assembly: Take prepped ingredients, add the final touches, and plate food in packaging.
  • Order Expediter: The bridge between prep and the customer. Package the food, double-check order accuracy, add utensils, and hand the completed meal to the guest with speed and a smile.

Back of House (Kitchen & Support)

  • Support / Runner / Maintenance: The backbone of the booth. Assist with restocking, fetching, dishwashing, trash removal, and maintaining overall cleanliness to keep production moving.
  • Food Cook: Prepare raw ingredients before and during service. Chop vegetables, season meat, portion proteins, and ensure a steady supply of ready-to-use ingredients.
  • Grillmaster: Operate the charcoal-fired grill, monitor cooking times, ensure food safety temperatures are met, and dictate the pace of the kitchen.

Requirements:

  • Age & Authorization: Must be at least 18 years old and legally authorized to work in the United States.
  • Logistics: Must have reliable transportation to travel to various off-site event locations (mostly Tri-Valley, SF, and Oakland).
  • Schedule Flexibility: Event catering requires working unconventional hours. Must be available to work weekends, evenings, and occasional holidays.
  • Physical Demands: Ability to “hustle” in a fast-paced outdoor environment, stand comfortably for 6-8 hours, and lift up to 40 lbs (coolers and prep bins).
  • Compliance: Must possess a valid Food Handler’s Card or ServSafe certification (or be willing to obtain one prior to your first shift).
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