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SalaryProof of the Pudding is the food service provider for the UFL Houston Roughneck Football games at RICE University. We are hiring Food Runners to join our game day team!
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Receive and deliver food, product, and equipment using carts and dollies to various kitchens, pantries, suites, and stands around the stadium.
Stocking concessions, bars, popup location, and suites throughout the event venue with equipment and food & beverage products according to pull-sheets or direction from management
Plug-and-play electrical and propane equipment as directed.
Assists in all gameday operations as business needs dictate.
Interact with customers in a professional and upbeat manner.
Ensuring hot and cold food is delivered in accordance with food safety standards.
Assist with disassembly and event breakdown: end of event inventory, warehouse stocking, and organization of equipment and leftover food products.
Work efficiently and independently to complete assigned tasks.
Cleaning and sanitizing food contact surfaces such as dishes, small wares, and food prep surfaces.
Punctual and consistent work ethic.
Performs other related duties as required.
Education and/or Experience:
High School diploma or equivalent preferred
1+ year experience in a food service role emphasizing operations or logistics, experience in high volume of stadium food & beverage preferred
Live within 25 miles of RICE University preferred.
ServSafe certified or is available to receive training.
Specialized Qualifications:
Strong Customer Service skills with the desire to provide excellent service to our customers.
Comfortable receiving on-the-job training to perform their responsibilities.
Effective communication skills with both team members and guests.
Ability to use machinery or work with another team member to move heavy equipment.
Must be able to pass a background check.
A good memory and ability to problem solve effectively.
Work Environment
The work environment for this position will work out of and report to RICE University. Events may be indoors, outdoors, or in temporary structures. This position will often traverse throughout the grounds on different terrains delivering supplies.
Uniform Requirements
Adherence to Company Uniform Requirements outlined in the Associate Handbook, uniform requirements outlined in your orientation guidelines.
Physical Demands:
Prolonged periods of moving through an event space, and traversing throughout the venue
Bending, lifting, scooping, and carrying miscellaneous equipment and food items
Must be able to lift up-to 50 pounds at times.
COMPANY CORE VALUE AND COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
Business Acumen - Demonstrate comprehension of the job, including policies, practices, and relationships. Possess the expertise and skill levels required of the job and perform with quality.
Dedication - Dependable, reliable and follows through on projects from inception to completion. Willing to put in as much time as necessary to complete tasks. Demonstrate a win-win attitude: “see it, own it, solve it.”
Ethics and Integrity - Acts with integrity, honesty and knowledge that promote the company’s culture, values and beliefs while maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct.
Safety & Security - Observe safety and security standards. Use equipment and materials properly. Comply with safety standards and personal protective equipment requirements. Report potential unsafe conditions or practices to appropriate person immediately. Promote restaurant safety, cleanliness and security compliance at all times.
Teamwork - Cooperate and be willing to work as a team player to achieve goals and tasks accurately, efficiently and timely.
Communication - Communicate clearly and effectively with mutual respect, understanding and trust to fellow associates, managers, supervisors and guests. Listen carefully to opinions and views of others; state understanding of what has been heard.
Initiative - Contribute new ideas and suggestions to enhance productivity and efficiency. Be proactive in troubleshooting problems or issues and take action to mitigate potential problems.
Adaptability & Planning - Possess the ability to learn new tasks and adjusts well to new situations. Perform well under tight time schedules and pressures to change direction quickly.
Service Orientation - Demonstrates a sense of urgency. Is welcoming, friendly and smiles when visible to guests.
Position Salary & Benefits:
- This is considered a part-time hourly role with competitive pay based on experience.
Free meal while working.
Opportunity for advancement. Proof of the Pudding is consistently seeking to amplify talented team member’s roles.
On-the-job training that can be applied industry wide.
Working at the most scenic and iconic venue in Houston, TX
Proof of the Pudding and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion and employing a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected characteristics.
