Restaurant Staff - Impact Catering / OKC Fair Park

OKC Fair Park & The Oklahoma State Fair; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 14,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Oklahoma State Fair, Inc. is seeking a friendly Restaurant Staff member for the Impact Catering team at the event venue. You will greet guests, take orders, and help ensure smooth service in a fast-paced environment.

This part-time, hourly role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and strong communication. Candidates should be able to stand for long periods, lift up to 25 lbs, and comply with safety and appearance standards. Experience in casual dining is a plus; training is provided on site.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Liquor license/alcohol service permit and/or food handling certificate if required by state/federal regulations.
• Speak, read and write English.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests in a pleasant manner and take orders for food and beverage products.
• Deliver food orders and/or assist guests with dining-related needs.
• Keep work area and surroundings clean utilizing proper sanitation procedures and techniques to meet set standard.
• Memorize the product menu available at the cafe.
• Restock inventory as necessary.
• Assist in opening and/or closing of the restaurant.
• Assist in other food and beverage departments as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

Company: Oklahoma State Fair, Inc.

Position Title: Restaurant Staff

Department: Impact Catering

Reports To: Restaurant & Catering Manager

Supervises: N/A

Classification: Part-Time, Hourly

Pay Range: $10-$12/hr (dependent upon experience)

Job Responsibilities

• Greet guests in a pleasant manner and take orders for food and beverage products.
• Deliver food orders and/or assist guests with dining-related needs.
• Keep work area and surroundings clean utilizing proper sanitation procedures and techniques to meet set standard.
• Memorize the product menu available at the cafe.
• Restock inventory as necessary.
• Assist in opening and/or closing of the restaurant.
• Assist in other food and beverage departments as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid liquor license/alcohol service permit and/or food handling certificate if required by state and federal regulations.

General Requirements

• Utilize task prioritization and effective time management skills to meet frequent and competing deadlines in a high-volume, high-stress environment.
• Perform detailed work in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment handling multiple tasks with flexibility in a calm, professional manner.
• Effectively communicate with others in a clear, business-like, respectful and personable manner focused on generating a positive, enthusiastic and cooperative environment.
• Maintain high standards of appearance and grooming (i.e., clean, wrinkle-free clothing, proper uniform/attire, close attention to personal hygiene).
• Meet the company standard for excellent attendance, job reliability, diligence and dedication.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Speak, read and write in English.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Extended hours, nights and weekends may be required during peak periods.
• Frequent or continual movement from place to place with normal physical mobility, covering long distances with ease, managing assigned tasks throughout various indoor and outdoor locations within and around the property and in potentially inclement/severe weather conditions.
• Regularly lift, carry and put away items weighing up to 25 lbs. unassisted and occasionally lift and carry heavier items and/or assist others in lifting heavier objects, as job demands.
• Walk and/or stand for extended periods in addition to other prolonged physical exertions including seeing, hearing, reaching, grasping, lifting, pushing, pulling, squatting, crouching, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing and working in awkward positions and tight areas may be required.

Benefits

• A 401(k) program is available once the employee meets the eligibility requirements for participation.
• Additional benefits may be available based on job classification.