What are the responsibilities and job description for the Blackberry Farm Park Manager position at City of Cupertino?
Farm Park for the 2025 operating season (late April through September).
Definition:
The City of Cupertino Parks and Recreation Department is hiring a Park Manager for the 2025
operating season (late April through September). Park Managers assist the Recreation Coordinator
with the day-to-day supervision of the Customer Service Attendants and the picnic/cafe facilities.
The position requires familiarity with Blackberry Farm cash handling procedures, efficiently in
ActiveNet, knowledge of proper food handling practices, exceptional customer service, and the
ability to lead a team.
Class Characteristics
Park Manager is a seasonal part-time, temporary, non-benefited, and at-will position from April
2025 through September 2025. It is also limited to no more than 995 hours per fiscal year.
Applicants must possess all relevant certifications before the first day of employment.
positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the
essential functions of the job.
• Park Managers are responsible for daily tasks such as taking picnic site reservations,
managing a team of Customer Service Attendants, dealing with customer service issues, and
maintaining a clean and safe facility
• Plans and leads in-service training as well as bi-weekly meetings/trainings
• Schedules Customer Service Attendants
• Prepares daily deposits and financial reports
• Manages all birthday party and catering packages
• Helps with the execution of a variety of special events
• Sets a good example by presenting a professional appearance and attitude at all times
•Maintains a high level of customer service
• Safety practices in the workplace
• Understand and follow written and oral instructions
• Must be responsible, alert, courteous, and punctual
• Manage time effectively, show initiative, and work independently
• Work and communicate effectively with peers, supervisors, and patrons in a team setting
• Available to work weekends and evenings
• Provide own transportation to and from work
• Must be able to lift a maximum of 50 pounds
• Must have at least three seasons (or 500 hours) of recent paid customer service/food service experience, and two years (60 semester units) of college coursework
• Must be a minimum of 18 years old
• Must possess ServSafe® Food Handler course certification prior to the first day of employment
• Must possess current Red Cross CPR/First Aid certification prior to the first day of employment.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your City of Cupertino employment application to Human Resource. This recruitment is open until filled and subject to close at any time. Applications must be filled out completely. Failure to complete the supplemental application will disqualify the applicant from the recruitment process. Failure to list work experience or stating "See Resume" in the work experience section of the application will be considered an incomplete application and subject to rejection. Resumes may be attached separately. Electronic applications may be submitted online through the City's employment page at https://www.cupertino.org/jobs or application materials may be submitted to: Human Resources, 10300 Torre Avenue, Cupertino, CA 95014. Late applications will not be accepted.
Applications will be screened according to the qualifications outlined in this job announcement. Applicants possessing the most desirable qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process, which may include a written examination and/or panel interview.
Additional Information
The City of Cupertino is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of a person's race, religion, color, sex (including gender and pregnancy), sexual orientation (including heterosexuality, homosexuality, and bisexuality), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, marital status, age, medical condition, genetic characteristics, and physical or mental disability. Candidates with a disability, which may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process, should advise the City of Cupertino Human Resources upon submittal of application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request.
The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
Salary : $22 - $26
