What are the responsibilities and job description for the Concession Aide (Seasonal Summer 2025) position at City of Ferguson?
The City of Ferguson's Parks and Recreation Department is looking for responsible candidates with good communication and customer service skills to fill full-time openings for the Concession Aide. Requires serving food and beverages to visitors at January Wabash Park/Splash at Wabash Aquatic Complex. Responsibilities include: Food sales and preparation including operation of food service equipment; maintaining work areas in a clean and organized manner; operating cash register; and performing other duties as assigned. Must be able to stand for long periods. Minor lifting may be required.
Under the guidance and supervision of the Recreation Supervisor, the incumbent will provide quality service to members, customers, and the general public.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Requires a positive, can-do attitude with ability to work independently and as a part of a team.
Strong working knowledge of cash handling, customer service and food service.
Must possess strong human relation skills.
Must be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Sound judgment and decision-making skills to handle problem solving and interpersonal skills to deal with people of all socio-economic levels.
Maintain positive rapport with members, patrons and staff.
Meet training deadlines, set forth, in the Program Training Model.
Must take orders in a friendly manner.
Be able to prepare food while following all food preparation guidelines.
Be able to count change and deal with the general public in a positive manner.
Perform food inventory.
Execute ordering and stocking of product.
Assist with special events and programs as needed
Operate the cash register system and computer programs for data management.
Record cash transactions.
Follow aspects of Crisis Communication Plan.
Follow the opening/closing checklist.
Work at least 15 hours per week.
Read the pass along/blog daily.
Respect staff confidentiality.
Other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Must be at least 16 years old.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Work is done in an indoor and outdoor setting. Expected to work approximately 30 hours per week and not exceeding 40 hours per week.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work is performed mostly in an office setting; hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently is required to stand and talk or hear; use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell.
The employee may be required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Ferguson is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
The City of Ferguson makes every effort to fully comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. If you need assistance or accommodation for the application, interview, or a particular testing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-524-5256.
MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION
To apply: Complete the electronic employment application located on the City website under “Employment Opportunities.” OR : A paper application can be picked up at Ferguson City Hall, 110 Church St., Ferguson, MO 63135. Return paper applications to: City of Ferguson, Attn: Human Resources-Summer, at the address listed above.
Under the guidance and supervision of the Recreation Supervisor, the incumbent will provide quality service to members, customers, and the general public.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Requires a positive, can-do attitude with ability to work independently and as a part of a team.
Strong working knowledge of cash handling, customer service and food service.
Must possess strong human relation skills.
Must be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Sound judgment and decision-making skills to handle problem solving and interpersonal skills to deal with people of all socio-economic levels.
Maintain positive rapport with members, patrons and staff.
Meet training deadlines, set forth, in the Program Training Model.
Must take orders in a friendly manner.
Be able to prepare food while following all food preparation guidelines.
Be able to count change and deal with the general public in a positive manner.
Perform food inventory.
Execute ordering and stocking of product.
Assist with special events and programs as needed
Operate the cash register system and computer programs for data management.
Record cash transactions.
Follow aspects of Crisis Communication Plan.
Follow the opening/closing checklist.
Work at least 15 hours per week.
Read the pass along/blog daily.
Respect staff confidentiality.
Other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Must be at least 16 years old.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Work is done in an indoor and outdoor setting. Expected to work approximately 30 hours per week and not exceeding 40 hours per week.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work is performed mostly in an office setting; hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently is required to stand and talk or hear; use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell.
The employee may be required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Ferguson is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
The City of Ferguson makes every effort to fully comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. If you need assistance or accommodation for the application, interview, or a particular testing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-524-5256.
MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION
To apply: Complete the electronic employment application located on the City website under “Employment Opportunities.” OR : A paper application can be picked up at Ferguson City Hall, 110 Church St., Ferguson, MO 63135. Return paper applications to: City of Ferguson, Attn: Human Resources-Summer, at the address listed above.
