Food & Beverage Operations Intern

Do you want to get involved in a large revenue generating facet of sports? Are you operationally minded and want to develop skills that will help you in the sport world? If so, Diamond Concessions are seeking a driven, work-oriented individual to join our staff of seasoned industry professionals as a Food and Beverage Operations Intern. We offer a challenging yet fun working environment, and provides the right candidate an opportunity to work with an industry leader in the Elmore Sports Group and the Sod Poodles.  Awarded by MiLB as the 2023 Minor League Organization of the Year, The Sod Poodles reside in a wonderful growing community of Amarillo Texas and play their games in one of the most beautiful ballparks in America, HODGETOWN.

·         Responsible for overseeing the check-out process of concession stands and portables throughout the ballpark.
 ·         Unloading supply trucks and organizing the warehouse in a tidy manner, as well as overseeing warehouse staff.

·         Assisting with inventory at the start of every month.
 ·         Ensuring that concession stands and portables are restocked and have the supplies needed to operate fluidly.

·         Help with training program for all concessions and Hospitality Staff including but not limited to production, inventories, cleanliness, alcohol awareness and POS training.

·         Assist with Food and Beverage operations during games through establishing operating procedures for staff maintain positive relationships. Overseeing staff during game nights and other events.

·         Work directly with Concessions Operations on overall cleanliness of all areas, concession stands, portables and storage areas for product.

·         Assist Food & Beverage department in managing a smooth event and troubleshooting.
 ·         Quickly recognize and react to real-time issues or customer satisfaction.
 ·         Constantly develop skills and explore new creative techniques. 
 ·         Perform other duties as assigned.

·         GED required

·         Driver’s license required
 ·         Professional sports, college or minor league team experience preferred. 
 ·         Creative, out-of-the-box thinker with a knowledge of sports, food and operations. 
 ·         Organized, flexible and high attention to detail with ability to multi-task in fast-paced environment.
 ·         Ability to work with a team and take direction, as well as work independently.
 ·         Passion for learning new skills and Sod Poodles baseball.

·         Must be proficient in Microsoft Office.

·         Work is performed in both an office environment as well as outdoors where the employee may be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time.
 ·         Hours will include nights, weekends, and holidays.

·         Be willing to work 40-100 hours/week depending on game schedule.

·         Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and be on your feet for extensive hours during game days.

·         Adhere to Amarillo Sod Poodles Policies and Procedures.
 ·         Maintain discretion in handling confidential information.
 ·         Meet department productivity standards and perform duties as workload necessitates.
 ·         Demonstrate efficient time management and the ability to prioritize workload.

·         To perform this internship successfully, an individual should be Proficient in Microsoft Office. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.