Concession stand workers are a vital part of the sports stadium experience. They are the friendly faces that deliver much-needed refreshments and the occasional banter. 

,What is a Concession Stand Worker?

A concession worker is a person who works at the refreshment stands, or counter area of an amusement park, stadium, sports arena, or movie theater. The term concession stand is used to describe the temporary structures found in carnivals and other outdoor events where food items are sold.

A concession stand worker typically operates within the guidelines established by a specific park or company, but may also come under stricter health guidelines if they are located near or between public spaces.

Concession Worker Job Description

The job of a concession stand worker shouldn’t be taken lightly. Extended periods of standing, heavy lifting, food preparation, as well as customer relations are normal parts of the job.

The following is a list of typical concession worker responsibilities:

Take customer orders and assemble them correctly.

Check identification for age-restricted items, such as alcoholic beverages.

Accept payment from customers via a cash register.

Check food items to ensure quality and safety standards are met.

Keep the assigned area clean, sanitary, and safe.

Perform basic maintenance on machines and equipment, as needed.

Answer questions about concession stand location, prices of goods sold there, and other questions about tickets or other items sold.

Under the guidance of a supervisor, maintain concession stand records with information on products used and food served to customers.

Complete inventory sheets daily, noting supplies that need to be replenished.

Enter data into a computerized cash register system and may also be responsible for balancing register tills at the end of day.