Who we are: We’re the Traverse City Pit Spitters, a championship-winning collegiate wooden bat baseball team that brings big-league fun to Northern Michigan. Whether it’s a packed game night at Turtle Creek Stadium, a unique promotional event, or a community partnership, we’re all about creating memorable experiences for our fans, sponsors, and partners. We work hard, play hard, and always bring the energy.
Why we want you:
We’ve got a ballpark full of hungry fans and we’re looking for the person who can keep them well-fed with hot and delicious ballpark fare. You’re a detail-oriented, high-energy leader who knows your way around kitchen operations, inventory spreadsheets, and staffing schedules. You’ve got a passion for great customer service, and the ability to keep your cool while managing a fast-paced environment with lots of moving parts. You know food trends, love a good theme night, and understand that concessions can make or break the fan experience. You’re organized, thrive under pressure, and enjoy building and leading a team. Bonus points if you can change a keg and make someone laugh at the same time.
Why you want to work here:
We can sum up our mission in three words: Fun. Community. Experiences. When you join our team, you become part of something bigger, where your ideas matter and your work directly impacts thousands of fans. We're a tight-knit crew with an all-hands-on-deck mentality, which means no two days are the same, and we like it that way. We work hard, but we make time for postgame hangouts, surprise staff treats, and the occasional belly rubs for the office dog. In addition to traditional benefits, you’ll get generous PTO, paid volunteer time, free tickets to games and events, and a chance to work in one of the most beautiful ballparks in the Northwoods League.
What you’ll do:
You’ll oversee the entire food and beverage operation at Turtle Creek Stadium, from ballpark favorites like hot dogs and nachos to premium catering and special event menus. You’ll lead a seasonal team of full-time and part-time staff, oversee inventory and ordering, manage vendor relationships, and ensure that every guest gets quality food and quick service. You’ll build and manage budgets, work with our events team to plan creative menus for non-baseball events and constantly seek ways to make our concessions more efficient and exciting. You’ll help set the tone for game days and ensure we’re always delivering an exceptional fan experience.
What you need:
You’ll need at least 2-3 years of food & beverage leadership experience, preferably in sports, entertainment, or a high-volume environment. You should be a proven team builder, a strong communicator, and someone who thrives in a fast-paced setting. Experience with food safety protocols, POS systems, staffing and scheduling, and cost controls is essential. You’ll also need to be available to work non-traditional hours, including nights and weekends. A ServSafe certification and a great attitude are both musts.
Let’s do this:
If you’re ready to bring your food and beverage expertise to one of the most fun and fast-paced environments in Northern Michigan, we’d love to hear from you. Submit your resume and drop us a note explaining why you’re the right fit. We’ll be in touch!
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
