JOB SUMMARY
The House Manager is responsible for arranging and coordinating the hospitality needs of MMA events. Works closely with and under the direction of the Assistant Director. Regularly requires 1-2 weekday nights (this varies) and occasional weekend hours. Generally, hours are flexible.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Hours Vary (Fiscal year 2022-2023 weekly average 13.5, Fiscal Year 2023-24 weekly average 14.7, Fiscal year 2024-2025 weekly average 14).
- Works with people and organizations who are reserving/renting space in the MMA to plan their event.
- Responsible for providing bar service for events. Manages bar cash box. Acts as bartender for smaller events or hires bartenders for larger functions. Coordinates and schedules Tips training/recertification every three years.
- Maintains hospitality inventory and certain office supplies.
- Coordinates event arrangements with appropriate MMA staff for set-up and clean-up.
- Coordinates and maintains lists of caterers, Tips-certified bartenders, etc.
- Coordinates volunteers and paid workers for special events (GALA, ON TAP and other museum needs (welcome desk, etc.).
- Drafts and circulates room event forms to staff.
- Assists GALA and Festival committees in planning and execution of those events.
- Secures liquor/food vendors/service personnel for MMA events.
- Keeps hospitality equipment and kitchen clean and in order, including laundering and folding of tablecloths/dishtowels/work rags, cleaning coolers and tubs, bagging ice, etc.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in hospitality-related activities, including liquor service, catering service, and/or restaurant/hotel environments, events management.
- Proficient with PC computer programs and point of sale system.
- Possess excellent writing, editing and verbal communication skills, along with ability to work with a wide range of groups and individuals.
- Must be highly organized and possess excellent interpersonal skills.
- Possess (or be willing to obtain) Tips certification to be able to bartend and supervise bartenders.
- Regular walking, standing, bending, twisting, lifting at least 20 pounds, climbing stairs and short ladders, and standing for periods of 2 or more hours.
EDUCATION
Minimum of two-year degree or comparable work experience in business or retail management.
Send Cover Letter, Resume, and three references to [email protected].