Seasonal Porter - Nobu - Indian Wells

POSITION OVERVIEW

Desert Champions is hiring for a Seasonal Porter for NOBU - Indian Wells. In this multi-faceted, labor-intensive position the porter is responsible for receiving, stocking, and dishwashing. The person in this position will be required to have knowledge of shipping and receiving practices and have the aptitude for record maintenance.

All applicants for this position must be available to work during the 2026 WTA Finals and the 2027 BNP Paribas Open Season

• Approximate start date will be between August and September
• Must be available at least 3 shifts per week, through February
• Must adhere to an agreed upon, open availability from November 8, 2026, through November 15, 2026, and February 28, 2027, through March 14, 2027
• Position may be extended through May 2027

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for receiving raw materials and products *
• Unload packages, inspect contents to ensure they are undamaged and match the order *
• Stock, organize, and allocate products to their designated places *
• Ensure invoices are checked and signed for all deliveries *
• Ensure restaurant and inventory areas are cleaned and maintained regularly *
• Follow established policies and procedures, including safety and sanitation *
• Properly clean and sanitize all dishes, glassware, pots, pans, and utensils *
• Maintain the dish room and dish machine *
• Dust, mop, organize the kitchen *
• Assist with cleaning and maintaining kitchen equipment, hoods, fridge fans, and storerooms*
• Clean and restock the restrooms *
• Deep clean kitchens and decreasing equipment as required *
• Follow pest control instructions for cleaning and drain maintenance *
• Follow SDS established cleaning methods and instructions *
• Attend all mandatory meetings and trainings; maintain certifications *
• Other duties as assigned
• Essential Job Function

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Experience as receiver, porter or similar position preferred
• Restaurant experience preferred
• Knowledge of basic sanitation rules for food service
• Bio-hazard training will be provided

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and OTHER ABILITIES

• Work in a flexible manner by being able to think quickly and adapt to sudden changes
• Remain calm under pressure and maintain a positive attitude
• Understand restaurant/kitchen etiquette
• Ability to prioritize and manage time well
• Ability to work as a team and support co-workers
• Patience and commitment to customers and coworkers
• Maintain professional appearance by being appropriately groomed and in uniform provided

REQUIRED LICENCES/CERTIFICATIONS

• California Workplace Harassment certification
• California Workplace Violence Prevention certification
• Riverside County Food Safety certification

LANGUAGE ABILITY

• Ability to speak effectively with guests, vendors, co-workers, and all organization employees
• Ability to speak, read, and understand English

REASONING ABILITY

• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations

COMPUTER KNOWLEDGE

• Basic computer literacy and Microsoft Office
• Time clock

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions within reason, and such that it would not pose undue hardship.

• This position requires flexible working hours and will include nights, weekends, and major holidays
• Must be available no less than three shifts per work week
• May be required to work extended work hours during events or special projects
• Employee is regularly exposed to indoor and outdoor weather conditions
• Frequently exposed to cold, hot, wet, or humid conditions
• Noise level in the work environment is usually loud

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described on the attached "Physical Demands of Position" chart 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. See attached "Physical Demands of the Position".

CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION

This position has no access to confidential information.

COMPANY FUNDS

This position has no access to company funds.

EOE

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF POSITION

Job Title:

Seasonal Porter

Date:

8/6/2026

How many hours are worked per day?

6 - 8 + occasional overtime

When completing this form, look at the job from a typical/average workday perspective.

Percentage Time Designation

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Rarely

<1%

Occasionally 1-33%

Frequently 34-66%

Continuously 67-100%

Stand

X

Walk

X

Sit

X

Use hands to finger, handle or feel

X

Reach with hands and arms over shoulder

X

Reach with hand and arms over head

X

Climb or balance

X

Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

X

Talk or hear

X

Taste or smell

X

i.e., Position requires standing 1/3 of the time.

Does this job require that weight be lifted or force be exerted? If so, how much and how often?

Percentage Time Designation

WEIGHT

Rarely

<1%

Occasionally 1-33%

Frequently 34%-66%

Continuously 67%-100%

Up to 10 pounds

X

Up to 25 pounds

X

Up to 50 pounds

X

Up to 100 pounds

X

More than 100 pounds

X

i.e., Position requires lifting 1/3 of the time up to 10 pounds.

Does this job have any special vision requirements? Check all that apply.

X

Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)

X

Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)

X

Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)

X

Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point)

X

Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)

X

Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

No special vision requirements