Food & Beverage Procurement Internship- $19/HR

Company: Six Flags Great America & Hurricane Harbor
Location: Pell Lake
Posted on: January 12, 2026

Job Description:

Overview: Interns are responsible for managing assigned specific duties and locations while providing exceptional service for Guests. They are team-motivated, high energy, and guest service-oriented individuals who showcase our Mantra. They will lead and motivate a team of individuals to meet our guests' expectations and manage controllable expenses in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: * Positive interaction with guests and team members, promoting a friendly environment, and attending to Guests' needs in a proactive manner * Maintain proper inventory levels of all products on a daily basis through use of PAR ordering guide, inventory transfers, and delivery inspections * Enter vendor bid and/or bid information with correct pricing and descriptions * Communicate with vendors as needed to confirm orders * Ensure the accurate and timely placement of all orders via phone and internet * Maintain open lines of communication between the department, vendors, warehouse staff, and unit management * Ensure that any product not meeting quality standards is taken care of in an appropriate manner and communicate any violations * Report any food spoilage/damage in the warehouse or on the delivery dock to the proper management * Maintain and update the database on any daily, weekly, or monthly price changes * Ability to foresee and anticipate a swing in weekly usage * Process and file purchase orders * Create and maintain a weekly product usage report/database * Train and provide feedback to unit management on completing waste logs, transfer forms, and weekly inventory to help manage cost of sales * Assist the Food and Beverage Operations department with hiring seasonal staff and department events Qualifications: * Minimum Age: 18 * Currently pursuing a degree in Supply Chain Management, Food Service Management, or related field * Outgoing, professional, and friendly demeanor * Demonstrate good communication and decision-making skills * Ability to train, multi task, work well with others and follow directions * Ability to work, stand and walk for up to 6 hours at a time in all weather conditions * Available to work a minimum of 2 Sunday evenings a month to conduct Inventory Audits * Available to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays * Complete employment between the end of April 2026 to August 2026

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