Dutch Wonderland Food and Beverage Supervisor

Our story began 75 years ago when the Herschend family discovered wonder deep in an Ozark Mountain cave—and chose to share it with the world. Today, Herschend is the largest family-held themed attractions company, with over 40 leading attractions and immersive experiences that reach audiences worldwide.

While each brand offers something unique, all are united by a shared purpose: Bringing Families Closer Together by Creating Memories Worth Repeating®. Our passionate hosts make this purpose possible through everyday acts of love and service—what we call Heartspitality®—the intersection of heart and hospitality.

As an equal-opportunity employer, we strive to provide environments where every host, guest, and partner feel welcome, valued, and loved. We firmly believe that words and actions matter, which is why all individuals are to be treated equally and with respect.

The Food & Beverage (F&B) Supervisor is responsible for managing operations of one or more F&B locations throughout Dutch Wonderland. The day-to-day responsibilities of this role include overseeing assigned F&B team members, food safety and sanitation, guest service, food preparation, monitoring financial transactions, and quality controls.

This position also participates in the recruitment, scheduling, timekeeping, reporting and training activities for the F&B department, to ensure a smooth and safe daily operation.

We Are Currently Looking For a

Dutch Wonderland Food and Beverage Supervisor

Roles & Responsibilities

Supervisory Duties:

• Supervise the daily operations of the F&B team and any other assigned departments
• Act as an approachable mentor and coach to all assigned team members
• Become knowledgeable of performing the essential duties of all assigned F&B positions and backfill these positions when needed
• Participate in all aspects of supervision of assigned employees, including hiring, orientation, training, performance coaching, and discipline.
• Ensure that all required meal and other breaks are being given in accordance with PA law
• Assist with team scheduling and timekeeping activities
  
  

Departmental Duties

• Welcome all guests with a smile and positive attitude!
• Performs opening and closing procedures of assigned unit(s) including food preparation and cleanup.
• Practices, teaches and enforces proper food safety guidelines adhering to company policy and state/local Health Department requirements.
• Maintains all alcohol safety practices when applicable.
• Maintains compliance with company and industry best practices, policies, and procedures to create a safe environment for colleagues and guests.
• Handles and resolves escalated guest concerns and criticisms with a positive attitude to deescalate.
• Oversees quality controls and production of food items.
• Manages inventory, focusing on portion and waste controls.
• Interfaces with warehouse on product and supply needs.
• Interfaces with maintenance on all equipment or physical plant needs.
• All other duties assigned by leadership.
  
  

Education And Experience

• No education requirements for this position
• 1 years of previous work experience in food service, quick service, or restaurant setting
• 1 previous supervisory experience a plus, preferably in a food or restaurant setting Previous amusement park, theme park, or waterpark experience a plus
  
  

Language: Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English Spanish or other bilingual language skills are a plus.

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years of age to comply with PA Child Labor Laws
• Ability to work flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Must have reliable transportation to and from your scheduled shift
• Ability to comply with all uniform policies
• Must possess safety-oriented mindset and understand the importance of complying with all state, and local food preparation and serving regulations
• Must possess exceptional customer service skills, with an ability to resolve questions, problems, issues, and concerns in a positive and professional manner
• Must be able to speak with guests directly when other F&B leadership is not present
• Ability to handle high-pressure situations, meet the demands of constant deadlines and coordinate multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills
• Must possess strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
• Previous experience with Point of Sale (POS) technology and PCI compliance a plus
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and remain on feet for majority of the workday
• Ability to occasionally stoop, twist, kneel, bend, squat, or reach above shoulders
• Ability to withstand heat and humidity from the food preparation equipment
• Ability to carry, push, pull, lift, and hold objects weighing 30 pounds or more
  
  

Working Conditions

• This role will be based in one or more food stall and/or restaurant locations throughout the park, with exposure to both indoor and outdoor environments
• Subject to frequent interruptions and requests that may require reprioritization of activities
• Frequent exposure to the variable outside temperatures, including high heat, cold, direct sun, humidity, dust, rain, snow, ice, and other weather conditions
• Subject to constant repetitive motion, high noise levels, and heavily populated environments
  
  

Team Member Benefits

Working at Dutch Wonderland is about making people happy! It’s about being independent and having fun, making new friends and earning extra money while doing so. As a Dutch Wonderland employee, you can be the smiling face that makes a great first impression for incoming guests, a cook that serves up tasty treats and culinary delights, a lifeguard who soaks up the sun while keeping guests safe, or a ride operator that keeps guests coming back for more thrills! There are many exciting seasonal job opportunities available to take your summer job to new heights!

Palace Perks & Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Ability to cross-train and learn unique skills across various departments
• Free admission to Dutch Wonderland and all Palace Entertainment parks on your days off
• Invitations to exclusive company-sponsored employee events throughout the season
  
  

We’ve got great jobs for people just starting out in the workforce, looking for a second job or staying active after retirement. If you want a fun, flexible job with an innovative company, look no further than Dutch Wonderland! Apply today!

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