Careers at Ascend Hospitality

Ascend Hospitality is hiring for a Popcorn Production role in Nashville, TN, paying $18 per hour as a 1099 independent contractor. The work is hands-on and fast-paced, centered on turning fresh popcorn into beautifully packaged orders ready to ship. Who You Are • You take pride in turning out a product that looks as good as it tastes. • You notice the small details, like a crooked label or a short-filled bag, and you fix them before anyone has to point them out. • You love the rhythm of hands-on work and finishing a shift knowing exactly what you produced. • You believe a clean workspace is the foundation of a great product. • You are the kind of teammate who keeps the line moving and the energy steady. Who We Are • Ascend Hospitality hires people who care about quality work and want to grow. • We focus on excellence in everything that carries our name. • We invest in our team and create real opportunities for the right people. What You Will Do Each Day • Bag and package freshly made popcorn to company standards. • Apply proper labels and tags to every product. • Help prepare orders for shipping and delivery. • Keep the production area clean and organized throughout your shift. • Follow food safety and hygiene guidelines on every task. • Work efficiently to meet daily production and shipping targets. Why You'll Love Working Here • This Popcorn Production role pays $18 per hour. • It is a 1099 independent contractor position based onsite in Nashville, TN. • You see the finished product walk out the door every shift with your work on it.

Ascend Hospitality is hiring a Kettle Corn Popper in Nashville, TN at $18 per hour. You will run a 180-quart kettle outdoors, popping fresh kettle corn by the case. Training is provided, so you can step in with confidence even if you have never worked a kettle before. Who You Are: • You take pride in steady, physical work and a strong day's output. • You love working with your hands and watching a finished product come together batch after batch. • You are the kind of person who thrives outdoors and does not flinch when the weather turns cold. • You take pride in being the reliable one your crew can count on every shift. • You bring the strength and stamina to handle 40 to 50 pound loads on a regular basis. Who We Are: • We are Ascend Hospitality, operating in the Nashville area. • We are committed to excellence in the work we produce. • We create opportunities for talented people to grow their careers with us. What You Will Do Each Day: • Operate a 180-quart kettle to cook fresh kettle corn outdoors. • Produce 25 to 30 cases of kettle corn over the course of your shift. • Lift and move 40 to 50 pound loads regularly throughout the day. • Work outdoors in cold-weather conditions and stay focused on output. • Follow your training to dial in consistent quality with every batch. Why You'll Love Working Here: • Earn $18 per hour as a Kettle Corn Popper working outdoors. • Work as a 1099 independent contractor based onsite in Nashville. • Get full training on the kettle so you can hit your stride quickly. • Build hands-on skills with a Nashville-area hospitality company.

Ascend Hospitality is hiring a Cashier (Festival and Events) in Nashville, TN, paying $18 per hour as a 1099 independent contractor. You will run the register at live festivals and events, keeping the line moving and the guest experience welcoming from the first transaction of the day to the last. Who You Are • You are the kind of person guests remember because you made their day a little better. • You take pride in running a tight register, where the drawer balances and the line keeps moving. • You love the energy of a live event and stay calm when the rush hits. • You are a teammate who jumps in when the kitchen needs a hand or another booth needs covering. • You bring real cash handling and point of sale experience to every shift. Who We Are • Ascend Hospitality runs food and beverage operations at festivals and live events. • We are committed to excellence and to creating real opportunities for the people who work with us. • We hire teammates who care about the guest experience as much as we do. What You Will Do Each Day • Run the register, verify the drawer at the start of the day, and follow all cash handling procedures. • Greet guests, answer menu questions, and share pricing and specials accurately. • Support front of house and line prep so daily service stays on track. • Log food temperatures, rotation, and waste to keep safety standards on point. • Keep your station clean and sanitized in full uniform with handwashing and glove use. • Flag service or quality concerns to leadership so issues get resolved fast. Why You'll Love Working Here • $18 per hour, paid as a 1099 independent contractor. • Onsite work at festivals and live events in the Nashville area. • Varied schedule that includes nights, weekends, and holidays, built for live event work. • Hands-on role where you can step into front of house, line support, or guest service as the day demands.