Fair Staff Supervisor (Culinary Arts)

Huntington Beach, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Part-time

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Exact $22.75

Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

employee discount

Retirement Plan

Flexible Schedule

Professional development opportunities

Job Description

The Orange County Fair & Event Center (OCFEC) is a prominent venue that hosts a variety of events ranging from agricultural fairs to arts competitions and culinary showcases. As an organization dedicated to promoting community involvement and providing entertainment, the OCFEC plays a vital role in supporting local talent and enriching cultural experiences. The OC Fair is an annual event that attracts thousands of visitors, exhibitors, and participants, fostering a vibrant environment for competitive and educational programs. Within this dynamic setting, the Culinary Arts program is a highlight, offering competitions, demonstrations, and exhibits that celebrate culinary skills and creativity.
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Job Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age
Knowledge of Culinary Arts or a related field
Experience supervising employees effectively in a team setting
Experience with public speaking
Experience working with a variety of individuals and groups
Excellent organization skills
Excellent customer service skills
Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet
Ability to work irregular hours including weekends
Availability to work part-time January through December and full-time mid-June through September
Ability to work during the 23 days of the annual OC Fair and entry delivery days
High school diploma or equivalent

Job Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years of age
Knowledge of Culinary Arts or a related field
Experience supervising employees effectively in a team setting, creating a positive work environment
Experience with public speaking
Experience working with a variety of individuals and groups with varied interests, backgrounds, expertise and abilities
Excellent organization and customer service skills
Excellent skills using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet
Must be able to work outside the normal business day/week as demanded by events and programs
Must be available to work part-time from January through December, with increased work hours from May through August
Must be able to work the 23 days of the annual OC Fair and entry delivery days
High school diploma or equivalent

Job Duties

Coordinate and lead the Culinary program for the OC Fair and Event Center including hiring, training and overseeing 122-day staff with all aspects of the competitive program, including but not limited to, set-up, installation, stage and program activities, and removal of exhibits and storage
Secure and coordinate all aspects of judging, demonstrators and/or exhibits for the Culinary program and competitive programs and/or contests in accordance with OC Fair and Event Center and/or State rules
Create and prepare paperwork for logistics needs prior to the event for the Culinary program and competitive programs and/or contests
Create post-event program evaluations and reports, as needed
Act as a liaison and outreach to the Culinary community in an effort to encourage participation in competitions, contests and demonstrations
Collaborate with the OC Fair and Event Center’s Communications and Marketing department to promote Culinary programs and/or competitions
Establish and maintain positive working relationships with the public and community partners
Assist in the development and preparation of competition guides, websites, email blasts and related material
Evaluate and make recommendations as needed, including but not limited to competitions and contests to develop improvements for the Culinary Program
Responsible for managing the department budget and providing valuable information to make recommendations in the preparation of future budgets
Interact with and manage the needs of exhibitors and the public in a professional manner to provide excellent customer service
Collaborate closely with Exhibits and Education supervisors and all OC Fair and Event Center staff to ensure consistency in timelines, exhibit design and execution of projects

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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