Job Title: Operations, Cooking Trailer Driver & Setup Specialist
About Us
We are a new food truck startup focused on delivering high-quality food and exceptional customer experiences at events, festivals, private catering functions, and community gatherings. As a growing business, we are seeking motivated team members who are excited about helping build a successful operation from the ground up.
Job Summary
The Operations, Cooking Trailer Driver & Setup Specialist is responsible for transporting, setting up, operating, and breaking down the mobile cooking trailer for events and food service operations. This position plays a key role in ensuring efficient daily operations, food safety compliance, and outstanding customer service.
Key Responsibilities
- Safely tow and transport the cooking trailer to event locations.
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle and trailer.
- Set up and break down cooking equipment, serving stations, and operational areas.
- Connect and manage utilities including power, water, and propane systems.
- Assist with food preparation, cooking, serving, and event operations as needed.
- Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and food safety standards at all times.
- Load and unload food, supplies, equipment, and inventory.
- Monitor inventory and communicate supply needs.
- Troubleshoot minor equipment issues and report maintenance concerns.
- Ensure compliance with all company policies, health department regulations, and safety requirements.
- Represent the company professionally and provide excellent customer service.
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
- Experience towing trailers or operating commercial vehicles preferred.
- Food service, catering, food truck, or event operations experience preferred.
- Strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to take initiative.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Food Handler or ServSafe certification is a plus.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to stand for extended periods.
- Ability to work in outdoor environments and varying weather conditions.
- Frequent bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, and walking.
- Experience towing trailers or operating commercial vehicles preferred.
- Food service, catering, food truck, or event operations experience preferred.
- Strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to take initiative.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Food Handler or ServSafe certification is a plus.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to stand for extended periods.
- Ability to work in outdoor environments and varying weather conditions.
- Frequent bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, and walking.
Compensation
Compensation is flexible and based on experience, qualifications, and demonstrated skills. As a startup business, we value individuals who bring relevant experience, a positive attitude, and a willingness to grow with the company. Opportunities for increased responsibility and advancement may be available as the business expands.
Why Join Our Team?
- Opportunity to be part of a new and growing food truck business.
- Flexible compensation based on experience.
- Dynamic work environment with varied event locations.
- Opportunity to contribute ideas and help shape business operations.
- Potential for growth and advancement as the company develops.
To Apply: Please submit your resume and a brief summary of your experience related to driving, trailer operations, food service, event setup, or customer service. We look forward to building our team with dedicated individuals who are excited to grow with our company.
Pay: $7.25 - $20.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
