Job Description

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

promotes the enjoyment, understanding, and appreciation of gardens, sculpture, the natural environment, and the arts. Meijer Gardens is ranked among the 100 most visited art institutions in the world. The organization embraces the concept of a major cultural attraction centering around horticulture & sculpture. Meijer Gardens' commitment is to create a legacy of lifelong learning, enjoyment, and a rich cultural experience for generations to come.

Department

: Concessions

Supervisor

: Concessions Manager

Pay Type:

Hourly, Part-time

Compensation

: This position offers an hourly wage of $15.00-$17.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Position Summary:

Responsible for providing exceptional customer service and support during public events through food and beverage service, order fulfillment, and event operations.

Essential Functions

Deliver guest-focused service for food and beverage events. Follow work assignments and instructions provided by the supervisor. Serve guests in alignment with floor service layout and organizational guiding principles. Serve, coordinate, and document beverage inventory use per event. Pour and serve drinks for guests. Fulfill food orders accurately and professionally. Operate cash registers and accurately record sales. Rotate inventory and stock supplies as needed. Monitor and maintain cleanliness and organization of facilities and equipment. Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, and service locations. Properly store equipment and products at the conclusion of each event. Support both front-of-house and back-of-house operations as needed. Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Education and / or Qualifications preferred:

Experience

: No prior experience required; training provided. Candidates must demonstrate a willingness to learn, be coachable, and listen actively.

Skills/Knowledge/Licenses:

Must be attentive to detail, practice strong time management, and follow directions effectively. Candidates should be reliable, respectful, and hardworking, with the ability to stand for long periods of time.

Organizational Expectations

Embrace Meijer Gardens' mission to promote the enjoyment, understanding and appreciation of gardens, sculpture, the natural environment, and the arts. Embrace the organization's non-profit status and commitment to serving and treating the public with dignity and working with a broad and diverse group of employees, volunteers, members, and guests in a respectful and professional manner.

Working Conditions

: Basic mobility is expected in offices, grounds, and exhibition areas. Ability to observe details at close range and communicate information accurately with others. Engage in occasional object manipulation with or without assistance, and efficiently navigate the workspace to access essential resources. Ability to regularly move up to 20 pounds, and/or frequently up to 50 pounds, (i.e., load, unload, and move supplies, medium to heavy weight tools, and equipment). Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder. Regularly operates in outdoor and challenging weather conditions, including exposure to temperatures exceeding 100F and dropping below 0F, rain, high humidity, snow, and direct sunlight. This encompasses both outdoor settings and greenhouse environments. May entail exposure to various workplace hazards such as hazardous materials, loud noise, and extreme heat/cold.


As part of our onboarding process, all new hires are required to complete our background check.

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.