Description
Take orders and serve hot dogs and beverages from a mobile cart or stand. Prepare and assemble items, handle payments, and keep the cart clean, stocked, and compliant with health codes.
- • Address customer comments and resolve simple complaints.
- • Greet customers and answer questions about menu and toppings.
- • Take and record orders; issue tickets or order numbers if needed.
- • Accept cash and electronic payments; make change.
- • Balance daily receipts and reconcile cash drawer or POS.
- • Grill or steam hot dogs and warm buns using safe food-handling practices.
- • Assemble orders; add condiments, relishes, and garnishes as requested.
- • Serve food and beverages to walk-up customers at the cart, stand, or events.
- • Wrap hot dogs and bag takeout items for carryout.
- • Serve bottled, canned, or fountain beverages; refill as allowed.
- • Restock buns, condiments, napkins, utensils, and beverages throughout the day.
- • Monitor inventory; order hot dogs, buns, condiments, and supplies.
- • Set up the cart or stand, power equipment, and arrange condiment stations and signage.
- • Maintain safe temperatures in grills, steamers, and coolers; log temps when required.
- • Clean and sanitize grills, steam tables, counters, and utensils.
- • Perform sweeping, mopping, and trash removal to keep the vending area sanitary.
- • Wash and sanitize pans, tongs, and smallwares.
- • Note shortages and coordinate resupply or commissary pickups; rotate stock by date.
- • Follow local health codes and permit requirements; keep licenses on-site.
- • Set up umbrellas or small seating where allowed; clear the area after use.
- • Train seasonal helpers on food safety and customer service, if applicable.
- • Track sales by item and time; report daily totals to the owner or manager.
- • Move the cart to approved locations or events; secure equipment and cash when unattended.
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
