Part-Time Concession Attendant

City of Kerman; Hanford (CA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Hanford is seeking five (5) Part-time Concession Attendant positions in the Recreation and Community Services Department. You will perform a variety of food service, customer service, and cash handling duties to support concession operations.

You will prepare and serve food and beverages, maintain a clean and safe work environment, and deliver excellent customer service to patrons across department locations. Evening, weekend, and holiday hours are expected.

Qualifications

• Basic food handling and sanitation practices.
• Customer service principles and practices.
• Basic math skills for cash transactions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve concession food and beverage items in accordance with health and safety standards.
• Operate cash registers and handle cash, credit, and digital transactions accurately.
• Provide friendly and efficient customer service to patrons of all ages.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of concession areas, including counters, equipment, and storage areas.
• Restock food, beverages, and supplies as needed.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and hygiene regulations.
• Assist with opening and closing procedures.
• Monitor inventory levels and report shortages to supervisors.
• Work cooperatively with staff and supervisors to ensure smooth operations.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Food handling

Customer service

Cash handling

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food Handler’s Certificate (preferred)

Tools

POS / cash register

Job description

Description

The City of Hanford is seeking to fill five (5) Part-time Concession Attendant vacancies in the Recreation and Community Services Department. Under the general supervision of the Sports Coordinator, the Concession Attendant performs a variety of food service, customer service, and cash handling duties in support of Recreation and Community Services concession operations.

This position is responsible for preparing and serving food and beverages, maintaining a clean and safe work environment, and providing excellent customer service to patrons throughout various department locations.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives supervision from the Sports Coordinator, Recreation Manager, and the Recreation and Community Services Director.

Example Of Essential Duties

• Prepare, cook, and serve concession food and beverage items in accordance with health and safety standards.
• Operate cash registers and handle cash, credit, and digital transactions accurately.
• Provide friendly and efficient customer service to patrons of all ages.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of concession areas, including counters, equipment, and storage areas.
• Restock food, beverages, and supplies as needed.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and hygiene regulations.
• Assist with opening and closing procedures.
• Monitor inventory levels and report shortages to supervisors.
• Work cooperatively with staff and supervisors to ensure smooth operations.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Basic food handling and sanitation practices.
• Customer service principles and practices.
• Basic math skills for handling cash transactions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability To

• Follow instructions and safety procedures.
• Work in a fast-paced environment.
• Handle cash and operate point-of-sale systems (POS) accurately.
• Work effectively as part of a team.
• Work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in food service or customer service.
• Experience handling cash or operating a point-of-sale (POS) system.
• Current Food Handler’s Certificate.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills desirable.

Experience

Any combination of experience, training, and education that provides the required knowledge and abilities qualifies. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Some experience in food service, concessions, retail, or customer service is desirable.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent, or currently attending high school.

Additional Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years of age at the time of appointment and provide a work permit through school.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Food Handler’s Certificate within thirty (30) days of appointment.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver’s license may be required, depending on assignment.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Work is performed indoors in varied weather conditions, including heat and cold. Some facilities do have AC systems, while others may not.
• Requires standing, walking, bending, lifting, and carrying materials (up to 35 lbs.).
• May require early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays based on field usage, tournaments, and events.
• Exposure to heat, noise, food aromatics, and high-paced environments.

Additional Information

The application screening will involve a competitive evaluation of relevant education, training, and work experience, followed by a written examination and/or an interview before an Oral Board to identify the most qualified candidates. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee applicants an interview, and the screening committee's decision is final. Candidates deemed eligible for appointment to the position will be placed on the City’s Certified Eligibility List. Applicants will receive written notification regarding the results of all phases of the recruitment process leading up to the establishment of the Eligibility List, if applicable.

Paid Sick Leave

Employees are eligible to accrue paid sick leave beginning with their first day of employment. Employees accrue paid sick leave at the rate of one (1) hour for every thirty (30) hours of work, subject to the maximum annual benefit of forty (40) hours. Unused accrued paid sick leave hours will carry over from one year to the next.

457 Deferred Compensation Plan

Part-Time employees are enrolled in a 457 deferred compensation retirement plan ("PTS Plan") and will contribute 7.5% of their salary. The City is contracted with Mission Square Retirement.