Position Summary

Taste of Manitoba volunteers play an important role in creating a welcoming, safe, and enjoyable experience for all guests attending the festival. Volunteers will assist with guest services, ticket sales, entrance monitoring, and beverage service while providing exceptional customer service throughout the event.

Responsibilities

Front Entrance & Guest Services

• Welcome guests as they arrive at the event.


• Monitor entrances and exits to ensure alcohol is not brought into or taken out of the festival grounds.


• Answer guest questions and provide general event information.


• Direct guests to restaurant booths, beverage stations, washrooms, entertainment areas, and vendors.


• Assist with crowd flow and help maintain a positive guest experience.

Ticket Sales

• Sell food and beverage tickets using event procedures.


• Handle debit and credit card transactions accurately.


• Answer questions regarding ticket pricing and event procedures.


• Maintain an organized and professional ticket sales area.

Beverage Service

• Serve non-alcoholic beverages in accordance with event procedures.


• Maintain cleanliness and organization of beverage stations.


• Monitor inventory and notify supervisors when supplies need replenishing.


• Provide friendly and efficient customer service to guests.

Volunteer Benefits

• Be part of one of Manitoba's largest food festivals.


• Meet new people and support the local hospitality industry.


• Gain valuable event and customer service experience.


• Complimentary food tickets are provided

Qualifications

• Friendly, outgoing, and customer-service focused.


• Comfortable interacting with the public.


• Reliable, punctual, and professional.


• Able to work in a fast-paced outdoor event environment.


• Able to stand for extended periods and perform light lifting as required. (some areas can be done sitting)

Volunteering at Taste of Manitoba provides valuable hands-on experience and the opportunity to develop a wide range of transferable skills, including:

• Customer service and guest relations


• Communication and interpersonal skills


• Teamwork and collaboration


• Event operations and logistics


• Point-of-sale experience


• Problem-solving and decision-making


• Time management and organization


• Public relations and community engagement


• Adaptability in a fast-paced environment


• Conflict resolution and crowd management


• Professional networking within Manitoba's hospitality industry

These skills can be applied to future employment opportunities, volunteer roles, and personal development while contributing to one of Manitoba's largest and most exciting summer events.

• Sept 3 - 2:30pm - 10:30pm


• Sept 4 - 10:30am - 10:30pm


• Sept 5 - 10:30am - 10:30pm


• Sept 6 - 10:30am - 10:30pm


• Sept 7 - 10:30am - 6:30pm

• Online Application Form Below
• Email: kimr@mrfa.mb.ca (Include Opportunity ID)
• Phone: 204-783-9955