Blackberry Farm Assistant Park Manager

This recruitment is open until filled and subject to close at any time. 

The City of Cupertino Parks and Recreation Department is hiring Assistant Park Managers at Blackberry Farm Park for the 2024 operating season (late April to early September).

Definition

The City of Cupertino Parks and Recreation Department is hiring Assistant Park Managers for the 2024 operating season (late April to early September). Assistant Park Managers help supervise the Customer Service Attendants and the picnic/cafe facilities at Blackberry Farm. The position requires familiarity with Blackberry Farm cash handling procedures, efficiency in the Active registration system, knowledge of proper food handling practices, exceptional customer service, and the ability to lead a team.

Class Characteristics 
Assistant Park Manager is a seasonal part-time, temporary, non-benefited, and at-will position from late April 2024 through September 2024. 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.Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.
 

• Prepare daily deposits and financial reports 
• Help plan and lead bi-weekly trainings and staff meetings as scheduled 
• Maintain a high level of customer service 
• Set a good example by presenting a professional appearance and attitude at all time 
• Prepare, cook, and serve food according to California Food Safety standards 
• Clean and sanitize café area at the end of each day 
• Other duties as required

Knowledge of: 

• Customer services best practices 
• Safety practices in the workplace

Ability to:

• 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 Education and Experience 
• Must have at least two seasons (or 300 hours) of recent paid customer service/food service experience, and one year (30 semester units) of college coursework. 
• Must be a minimum of 18 years old. Licenses and Certificates 
• 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.

Application and Selection Process

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 : $20 - $22