Temporary Food & Beverage Coordinator

Position: TemporaryFood & Beverage Coordinator

About the Role: The temporary Food and Beverage Coordinator position is focused on overseeing the daily operations of Summer for the City. This role is critical in welcoming guest culinary artists for the day by managing opening procedures, coordinating staff readiness, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. The Food and Beverage Coordinator will work closely with various departments to guarantee that all facilities and equipment are prepared and operational before guests arrive. Additionally, this position involves proactive problem-solving to address any issues that may arise during opening hours, maintaining high standards of customer service and operational efficiency. Ultimately, the Food and Beverage Coordinator plays a pivotal role in creating a welcoming environment that supports both staff performance and guest satisfaction from the very beginning of each day.

Responsibilities:

• Hands on food truck management; changing of propane tanks, filling and emptying food truck handwashing stations, stocking with supplies
• Assist with opening operations of the facility, ensuring all areas are clean, organized, and ready for service.
• Coordinate opening staff and verify completion of operational standards.
• Conduct pre-opening inspections of equipment, supplies, and safety protocols to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with campus relations, event production and guest experience teams to synchronize opening activities and address any immediate concerns.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate with suppliers or management to replenish stock as needed for daily operations.
• Implement and enforce health, safety, and sanitation standards during opening procedures.
• Prepare reports on opening activities, incidents, and staff performance for management review.
• Check visiting vendors out at the end of the night ensuring the truck is ready for the next vendor the following day
• Provide training and guidance to new and existing staff on opening protocols and customer service expectations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in food service industry.
• Strong knowledge of health, safety, and sanitation regulations applicable to hospitality operations.
• Ability to work early morning shifts and manage physical tasks associated with opening procedures.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience with inventory management and scheduling software.
• Certification in food safety or hospitality management.
• Demonstrated ability to lead diverse teams and resolve operational challenges efficiently.
• Previous experience in a multi-unit hospitality environment.
• G-23 certification
• TIPs certified

What is Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts?

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, Inc. (LCPA) is a cultural and civic cornerstone of New York City. We believe the arts play an important role in our lives: they nourish our hearts and minds, teach us valuable lessons and critical skills, and help us create community. We invite you to consider joining our talented, multi-faceted team.


We are:

1. The manager of the 16-acre Lincoln Center campus


-We are one of eleven amazing resident arts organizations


2. A leading Arts Presenter.


-We curate numerous programs and performances, showcasing music, dance, and more

3. An Education Hub.


-We have reached 20 million students, educators, principals, and community members


Who are our people?


LCPA is a team of dreamers, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who use unique platforms in the heart of New York City and beyond to advocate for the transformative impact of artistic experiences.


Lincoln Center People imagine and create in concert with this mission by founding President John D. Rockefeller III - "The arts are not for the privileged few, but for the many. Their place is not on the periphery of daily life, but at its center."


We welcome applicants from all sectors who agilely solve problems, show up as they are, and can't stop innovating.


What's the news?

Recent and Upcoming Programming

• Lincoln Center Reveals 25/26 Season Featuring Jeanine Tesori as Visionary Artist
• Kyle Abraham's 20 Years of Urgency at Lincoln Center Rose Theatre

Campus Happenings

• Lincoln Center Gets $50 Million Gift to Promote Contemporary Dance
• The new JFK terminal will show iconic artworks from MoMA, the Met and Lincoln Center

Legacies of San Juan Hill

• WNYC: Lincoln Center Celebrates 'Legacies of San Juan Hill
• Lincoln Center Launches San Juan Hill Project Digital Hub To Remember the Lost Urban Neighborhood

Who is our President and CEO?


Dr. Mariko Silver

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It is the policy of Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, Inc., to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, marital or civil partnership/union status, familial or caregiver status, alienage or citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, military or veteran status, genetic information, predisposition, or carrier status, unemployment status, domestic violence, sexual violence, or stalking victim status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. LCPA is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation.

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