Beer Tents (CITYFOLK)
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Volunteer Types: Outdoor activities (landscaping/gardening), Public speaking (Speaking about value of volunteering), Retail, Skilled Trades, Special events and festivals, Translation and Interpretation, Transportation of goods, Accounting and Finance, Others, Communications and Marketing, Entertainment, Environment, Event planning and participation, Food preparation and services, Fundraising, Health Care, Human rights
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Short term (less than 6 months)
Application Deadline: March 2, 2025
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Description

Beer tents are spread throughout the festival grounds. Beer tents are beverage tents where patrons can get beer, wine, coolers, and chilled non-alcoholic beverages.
Duties in this crew include serving, running and pouring, all under the direction of a Supervisor.

Duties:
-Stock, set up, clean up, and close
-Manage queues leading to the Beer Tent and assist patrons
-Provide responsible drink service
-Serve drinks to patrons in cooperation with Beverage Cashiers
-Lift or move small loads, approx 20 lbs
-Report observes irregularities in alcohol service, security, or finances to the Beer Tent Supervisor promptly
-Assist the Beer Tent Supervisor as needed (e.g. ensure all products are stocked properly in tubs, and coolers, maintain tent cleanliness, clear the tent of debris, etc.)

Requirements:
-Must be 18 years of age or over
-Smart Serve Certification
-Accessibility Standards Customer Service Training
-The position required individuals to be energetic & responsible
-Must work efficiently, in pairs, with or without direct supervision
-Must wear non-slip, closed toed shoes (e.g. runners)
-Willing to stand for long periods of time
-Willing to work in all types of weather

Skills:
-Able to multitask efficiently
-Effective communication
-Able to switch tasks easily
-Excellent interpersonal skills
-Able to anticipate needs of fellow volunteers and offer assistance

Assets:
-Previous bartending and/or serving experience
-Willing to pick up extra shifts on very short notice
-Bilingualism

This team is publicly recruited meaning everyone is welcome to register (no application required). Volunteers may only register with one team. Register directly HERE:

How will this opportunity benefit the volunteer?
Volunteers additionally receive perks such as the entire festival for FREE, meals on-shift, a volunteer shirt, invitation to our appreciation event and a enjoyable time supporting our community.
How will the organization benefit?
Our festival is majorly volunteer run. With your support, we're able to continue year to year.
Volunteer location:
The Great Lawn at Lansdowne Park (1525 Princess Patricia Way), Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, K1S 5J3

Contact

Volunteer Services
@Ottawa Bluesfest & CityFolk Festival
Time it will take to contact applicants:
​1-6-days

Details

This position would be great for: Young Adults (19-24), Seniors (65+), Newcomers to Canada, Person with a disability or medical condition, Families, Groups, Adults, Anyone 18 and older
Number of Positions Available: 100
Good for people interested in: Outdoor activities (landscaping/gardening), Public speaking (Speaking about value of volunteering), Retail, Skilled Trades, Special events and festivals, Translation and Interpretation, Transportation of goods, Accounting and Finance, Others, Communications and Marketing, Entertainment, Environment, Event planning and participation, Food preparation and services, Fundraising, Health Care, Human rights
You will be helping with: Youth (19-24 years), Youth (16-18 years), Youth (11-15 years), Children (0-10 years), Persons new to Canada, Women, Men, Visible minorities or racialized persons, Persons with disabilities or medical conditions, LGBTQI2+, Homeless, Disadvantaged, First Nations, Métis, Inuit, Indigenous persons, Seniors

Volunteer Considerations

  • Smart serve required
  • Suitable for community service hours
  • Public transportation available
  • This position can accommodate persons with a disability
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