Seasonal Food & Beverage Intern

Experience the fun of working in the entertainment industry at Canterbury Park - home to live horse racing every summer and year round action in our Card Casino, Racebook and Expo Center.

Canterbury Park offers competitive pay and benefits for FT & PT employees; including PT PTO and holiday premium pay. Employees also receive free live racing admission, perks of special events and a variety of local & Canterbury Park discount.

Canterbury Park offers competitive pay and an attractive benefits package for part-time team members. Our team members enjoy paid time off, floating holidays and holiday premium pay. For eligible team members, we provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes life, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching; robust wellness programs designed to promote overall health and well-being; and much more. Additional exciting perks include free admission to live racing events, exclusive access to special event privileges, and a wide variety of discounts at local businesses and throughout Canterbury Park. These benefits are carefully designed to not only enhance your experience at work but also contribute to a vibrant and rewarding lifestyle in the community.

Job Summary:

We offer an exciting and unique place for individuals looking to develop hospitality management techniques by working in a large entertainment venue. With direct supervision from Food & Beverage Management, this position will assist Food and Beverage Leadership and supervise Food & Beverage team members on assigned shifts. Responsible for supporting the Companies Mission, Vision, and Values by providing Fun and Games, through the Canterbury Way.

Learning Objectives:

• Develop leadership skills, negotiation and interpersonal communication techniques by working with team members and guests.
• Learn hospitality management skills by assisting Canterbury Park Leadership in oversight of a variety of frontline positions.
• Develop communication skills by applying analytical and critical thinking abilities.
• Learn from experienced industry professionals in a fast paced and high energy hospitality environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead by example.
• Responsible for maintaining a high degree of hospitality, as well as a positive and professional demeanor at all times.
• Foster strong morale through teamwork and collaboration.
• Mentor and coach direct reports for growth opportunities.
• Assist in Food and Beverage operations in diverse capacities which include managing concessions, bars, restaurant service, or working directly with Senior Food and Beverage Leadership.
• Assist in management of Front House Food & Beverage employees, including staffing, training, and monitoring performance.
• Work in front line positions when required.
• Understand, endorse, teach and enforce the Canterbury Park mission, philosophy, policies and procedures.
• Maintain and safeguard the inventory of products, supplies and equipment.
• Maintain a positive team environment.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED OR any equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved.
• Must be able to interact with guests, co-workers and vendors in a professional and courteous manner.
• Must be adaptable, versatile, and tactful in dealings with the public.
• Must have basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to learn quickly and work well under pressure.
• Must be able to pass Canterbury Park's pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check and verification of work history.
• Must be able to attain a Minnesota Racing Commission (MRC) license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Pursuing or has acquired an Associate or Bachelor's degree in in hospitality, hotel or tourism management or equivalent experience in a similar industry.
• Previous supervisory experience.
• Food & Beverage industry experience
• Mature, responsible, dependable, and able to work independently, and as part of a team.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Maintain a flexible working schedule, which may include days, nights, weekends, and holidays during the live race season May - September.
• While performing the essential functions of this job, this position requires frequent standing, walking, stooping, twisting, and bending.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

Canterbury Park is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer