Food and Beverage Lead

Civil Service Status This is NOT a Civil Service position.

Hours of Work Schedule TBD, typical shifts are from:

• 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM M-F
• 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
• 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM on weekends

Tentative Start Date May 2026

Job Summary Under the general direction of the Food and Beverage Services Supervisor, leads concession operations at the RecPlex, Raccoon River Park Softball Complex, Holiday Aquatic Center, and Valley View Aquatic Center.

• Assists customers and staff while ensuring a high level of food quality within a fast-paced environment.
• Assigns tasks to concession staff.
• Accurately processes and balances transactions.
• Ensures the accuracy and completion of all food and equipment logs.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
• Responsible for training of new concession staff.
• Assists with assessing inventory and preparing product orders.

Deadline to Apply Open until filled. Applications reviewed throughout posting period.

Job Description: Food and Beverage Lead

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent plus previous concessions, restaurant, or bar experience is preferred.

Additional After Hire Requirements

• First Aid, CPR, AED certification, within 30 days of employment.
• ServSafe certification, within 30 days of employment.
• IPACT certification, within 30 days of employment.
• If designated by department, possession of a valid drivers license.

Steps to Apply

1. Profile: You MUST complete an online Applicant Profile. A link is provided below to our Online Application System.
2. Qualifications/Certifications/Licenses: Under the Resume & Qualifications section, make sure to list any certifications or licenses you currently hold.
3. Applying for Position: Once you have completed your profile, you MUST apply for the position (The link to Finish & Apply is located on the Apply For Job section after you have completed your profile. Once you have applied, it will be listed under your My Applications tab. Any applications marked as Status: Incomplete, have not been submitted.)

All steps MUST be completed to be considered for this position. We will not accept incomplete profiles.

Communication Communication throughout this process (including invitations to any examinations and/or interviews) will be made via the email supplied through the Citys on-line application system. It is recommended to check your email "Junk" or "Spam" folder for emails from the City of West Des Moines.

Contact If you have any questions during the application process, please contact Human Resources at 515-222-3616.

Physical/Drug Testing Post offer, pre-employment drug test and credit check are required.