NY State Fair Milk Bar Staffing

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STAFF RECRUITMENT IS CLOSED FOR 2023!

We've filled our staffing requirements for this year's Milk Bar at the NYS Fair!  Thank you for your interest.  If you'd care to submit an application, we'll be glad to keep you in mind for next year!

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Cornell Cooperative Extension Cayuga County once again will staff and manage the Milk Bar at the Great New York State Fair, August 23 to September 4, 2023 at the New York State Fairgrounds in Syracuse, NY. We are seeking youth aged 14 and up to fill multiple paid temporary positions for Cashier, Educator (Milk Pourer) and Stocker/Maintenance as described below.  An additional temporary Milk Bar Manager position is being developed and will be posted soon.

Location & Scheduling

The Milk Bar is located inside the air-conditioned Dairy Products Building on the New York State Fairgrounds.  Applicants hired for these positions will work shifts that total 6-to-8 hour/day, and must work at least 6 days during the 13-day run of the Fair. Those who wish to work more than 6 days can work as many extra days and hours as they are legally eligible to work based on their age. All hired staff must attend paid training on 8/21/23 and 8/22/23. Workers are responsible for their own transportation to the work site.

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How to Apply

Download and complete the CCE Temporary APPLICATION FORM, then save and attach it to an email to Heather Ward at hab27@cornell.edu. Be sure to contact Heather if you have any questions!

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2023 OPEN POSITIONS

NYS Fair - Milk Bar Cashier

Summary: This position will work under the direction and supervision of the NYS Fair Milk Bar Manager. Primary responsibilities include operating a cash register, cash controls, customer service, educating the public about dairy and where the milk came from and letting youth know about the 4-H Youth Building. Applicants are required to work a minimum of 6 days of the 13 day fair and attend training on 8/21/23 and 8/22/23.

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to complete basic math in a fast-paced environment
• Experience working in customer service and retail environments
• Attention to detail
• Ability to get to work and be on time
• Ability to handle multiple tasks
• Ability to operate or learn to operate a cash register
• Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position
• Ability to meet acceptable background check standards (DMV and criminal background checks - - only for those 18-19 and above)
• Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate
• Knowledge of dairy and dairy practices
• See full POSITION DESCRIPTION

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NYS Fair - Milk Bar Educator (Milk Pouring)

Summary: This position will work under the direction and supervision of the NYS Fair Milk Bar Manager. Primary responsibilities include: pour milk, customer service, educating the public about dairy and where the milk came from and letting youth know about the 4-H Youth Building. Applicants are required to work a minimum of 6 days of the 13 day fair and attend training on 8/21/23 and 8/22/23.

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to work in a fast paced environment and handle multiple tasks
• Desire to work in customer service and retail environments
• Attention to detail
• Ability to get to work and be on time
• Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position
• Ability to meet acceptable background check standards (DMV and criminal background checks - - only for those 18-19 and above)
• Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate
• Desire to gain knowledge of dairy and dairy practice
• See full POSITION DESCRIPTION

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NYS Fair - Milk Bar Stocker/Maintenance

Summary: This position will work under the direction and supervision of the NYS Fair Milk Bar Manager. Primary responsibilities include stocking of supplies needed to pour milk at the milk bar; cleaning, and sanitizing workstations of the milk bar; sweeping and mopping milk bar area; trash removal; educating the public about dairy and where the milk came from, and letting youth know about the 4-H Youth Building. On a regular basis, the Milk Bar Stocker/Maintenance staff will inspect the Milk Bar for cleanliness, organization and refill supplies as needed. Applicants are required to work a minimum of 6 days of the 13-day fair and attend training on 8/21/23 and 8/22/23.

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to work in a fast paced environment and handle multiple tasks
• Desire to work in in customer service and retail environments
• Attention to detail
• Ability to get to work and be on time
• Ability to lift 40 lbs.
• Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position
• Ability to meet acceptable background check standards (DMV and criminal background checks - - only for those 18-19 and above)
• Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate
• Desire to gain knowledge of dairy and dairy practices
• See full POSITION DESCRIPTION

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How to Apply

Download and complete the CCE Temporary APPLICATION FORM, then save and attach it to an email to Heather Ward at  hab27@cornell.edu. Be sure to contact Heather if you have any questions!

Last updated August 14, 2023