Now Hiring Food Truck Staff for the 2026 Calgary Stampede! Join The Festival Beast Team!
Hey there, Stampede lovers!
Do you thrive in fast-paced environments, love great food, and want to be part of something legendary this summer? We’re Festival Beast and we’re looking for energetic, reliable, and fun-loving food truck staff to join our team for 10 action-packed days at the 2026 Calgary Stampede!
Who We Are:
Festival Beast isn’t just a name, it’s a movement. We’ve been feeding Canadian festival-goers since 2012 with boldly delicious creations from our brands Bacon Nation and Mexican Street Food.
You might recognize some of our fun festival food from social media:
- UFO Bacon Burger and Bacon-Wrapped Grilled Cheese from Bacon Nation
- Deep Fried Birria Taco Bombs from Mexican Street Food
...and other dangerously delicious treats you can’t get anywhere else.
We’ve served up smiles (and sizzling bacon) at the Canadian National Exhibition, the Royal Winter Fair, and now, the Calgary Stampede.
Who We’re Looking For:
We’re hiring multiple positions for: Cashiers/ Expediters/ Assemblers!
✅ What You’ll Need:
- A great attitude and strong work ethic
- Ability to work on your feet in a fast-paced environment
- A team-first mindset (we ride together, we fry together!)
- Availability for July 2–12, 2026 (full event)
- Previous Cashier experience required **Bonus if you have food handling experience or previous festival or food truck experience
Why Work With Us?
- Be part of an iconic Canadian food brand with a loyal following and media buzz
- Make memories - the Stampede is more than just work, it’s an adventure
- Competitive pay + tips
- Team meals and staff perks
- Work with a tight-knit, supportive crew who knows how to hustle and have fun
- Add a killer experience to your resume - work for one of the biggest festivals in North America
How to Apply:
Shoot us an email to [email protected] with:
- Your name and resume
- A little about yourself and why you want to join Bacon Nation
- Any relevant experience that makes you a superstar stand out
We’re filling spots fast, so don’t wait - bring the sizzle to Stampede 2026 with us!
Job Types: Casual, Seasonal
Contract length: 2 weeks
Pay: $15.00-$22.00 per hour
Benefits:
Application question(s):
- Are you available to work the full event from July 2-12?
Work Location: In person
