Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $19.00
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Wellness Program
Employee assistance program
retirement plans
Life insurance
Critical illness & accident insurances
Tax-free accounts
Employee crisis fund
Paid Time Off
Employee participation program
exclusive discounts
Unique benefits
Job Description
The Rockford Park District is a distinguished urban parks and recreation system dedicated to delivering exceptional services and facilities to its community. With a steadfast commitment to enhancing the quality of life for its residents, the District upholds a vision to be the best urban parks and recreation system in North America, measured by national standards and the satisfaction of the citizens it serves. Established as a comprehensive provider of recreational programs, facilities, and open spaces, the Rockford Park District operates various amenities including parks, golf courses, conservatories, and event spaces, offering a broad range of community-centered activities. The organization... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must be 21 years of age or older
- high school diploma or GED required
- relevant college coursework preferred
- food service or cash handling experience preferred
- 2+ years of management or leadership experience
- 2+ years of customer service experience
- 1+ year of experience in the food service industry or similar preferred
- first aid, CPR, and AED training
- valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- strong work ethic, excellent organizational skills, and attention to detail
- knowledge of retail merchandising, Park District policies, and inventory and food & beverage best practices
- good oral communication and interpersonal skills
- creative, energetic, and proactive in problem-solving
- ability to document information accurately
- must be available to work up to 40+ hours per week including nights, weekends, and holidays as required in a fast-paced environment
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- relevant college coursework preferred
- food service or cash handling experience preferred
- 2+ years of management or leadership experience
- 2+ years of customer service experience
- 1+ year of experience in the food service industry or similar preferred
- first aid, CPR, and AED training
- valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- strong work ethic, excellent organizational skills, and attention to detail
- knowledge of retail merchandising, Park District policies, and inventory and food & beverage best practices
- good oral communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work as part of a team
- creative, energetic, and proactive in problem-solving
- ability to document information accurately and provide efficient, expert customer care
- strong ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and management
Job Duties
- Receive and inspect all incoming food and beverage inventory, conduct quality assurance inspections and accuracy verification across multiple district locations
- Receive and accurately tag, label, and package golf merchandise for proper inventory tracking
- Organize and stock golf products to ensure availability and accurate tracking
- Coordinate with the Inventory Operations Manager on incoming deliveries and address any delivery or inventory issues
- Stock inventory in appropriate storage areas and maintain organized and efficient storage spaces
- Ensure inventory is properly rotated using the first-in-first-out (FIFO) method
- Maintain accurate records of all inventory transactions, including receiving and inter-departmental transfers
- Use inventory management software (Rectrac, Lightspeed, and Craftable) to manage inventory data and ensure accuracy
- Conduct regular cycle counts and reconcile discrepancies with inventory records
- Verify product invoices against purchase orders and report any discrepancies
- Support retail inventory preparation for events and seasonal transitions
- Maintain compliance with health department guidelines for food storage, handling, and preparation
- Compile and distribute weekly and monthly inventory usage and variance reports to support operational and financial decision-making
- Track waste, spoilage, shrinkage, and returns
- identify trends and recommend corrective actions
- Maintain data integrity within RecTrac, Lightspeed, and Craftable to ensure accurate reporting
- Support month-end inventory reconciliation and collaborate with Operations to resolve discrepancies
- Provide support for all district Food & Beverage operations, ensuring consistency across all facilities
- Act as the point of contact for supervisory or safety-related issues and resolve concerns as they arise
- Monitor and maintain records of Bassett, Food Handlers, and Food Protection Manager certifications to ensure compliance with all food and beverage safety regulations, policies, and procedures
- Transfer and transport inventory between district locations as necessary
- Assist with managing vendor relationships, contracts, and financial processing
- Oversee risk management components, including compliance with safety programs and PDRMA guidelines
- Support hiring, training, and evaluating seasonal employees and volunteers
- Ensure adherence to district cash control systems and assist with catering requests
- Submit and follow up on work orders with Maintenance and IS departments
- Act as Manager on Duty as required
- Utilize the Rockford Park District's HRIS system for all HR and payroll-related requirements and to accurately clock in and out for all shifts
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Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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