Event Assistant
Saugatuck, MI Saugatuck, MI Part-time Seasonal Part-time Seasonal $15 an hour $15 an hour 10 hours ago 10 hours ago 10 hours ago WHO WE ARE The Saugatuck Center for the Arts is a community-based art center transforming lives through innovative education, bold entertainment, and unexpected engagement.
We are a community asset, a collaborative partner, and are deeply committed to building a stronger, more vibrant regional arts & cultural landscape.
THIS POSITION The SCA is currently recruiting multiple Event Assistants to join our Hospitality Team for the 2023 season.
Our ideal candidate will be passionate about the SCA's mission and programs and excited to be part of the SCA staff.
Each Event Assistant plays a key customer service role, working to create a welcoming environment for guests, performers, volunteers, and other team members.
An Event Assistant is a crucial member of our Hospitality Team (and the entire SCA staff) and is motivated, has high customer service skills, works with a sense of urgency, and has a terrific attitude toward growth and community.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING The Event Assistant's focus is to create a welcoming environment for our guests, performers, instructors, volunteers, and other team members.
This happens via:
Setting-up & tearing-down for classes, films, gallery talks, lectures, and more Preparing hospitality requests for Artist / Lecturer / Instructor Setting up dressing rooms Managing bar and merchandise sales Collecting money during a performance/event Cleaning up at the end of the event Opening/Closing/Securing the facility before and after each event Working with the Rental Coordinator to execute rental events including weddings, receptions, and special events year-round (heavy emphasis May - October) Assist at performances and special events as needed Wash on-site laundry as needed Maintain facility cleanliness before, during, and after events Organize kitchen, recyclables, returnables, and garbage Be knowledgeable about the SCA website, Facebook page, and the Saugatuck area Comfortable on your feet for multiple hours Work with the public (guests), performers, vendors, volunteers, and other SCA staff Brief volunteers on their duties and emergency protocols WHAT SKILLS YOU'LL NEED TO SHINE IN THIS JOB Must possess exemplary interpersonal skills, and be able to interact with others in a professional manner Customer service skills Strong organizational skills Ability to work well with others and be a team player Ability to follow written and verbal direction Lift materials of up to 30 pounds on occasion Must be 18 or older to apply for this position DESIRED SKILLS FOR THIS JOB Prior event/hospitality experience Prior experience supervising events Experience working with volunteers Comfortable serving at the bar when needed Comfortable being in the building alone Money handling and retail experience utilizing cash registers REPORTS TO Hospitality and Volunteer Manager COMMITMENT This is a part time seasonal position.
Spring/Summer/Fall:
15-25 hours/week.
Evenings and weekends are required.
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
We are a community asset, a collaborative partner, and are deeply committed to building a stronger, more vibrant regional arts & cultural landscape.
THIS POSITION The SCA is currently recruiting multiple Event Assistants to join our Hospitality Team for the 2023 season.
Our ideal candidate will be passionate about the SCA's mission and programs and excited to be part of the SCA staff.
Each Event Assistant plays a key customer service role, working to create a welcoming environment for guests, performers, volunteers, and other team members.
An Event Assistant is a crucial member of our Hospitality Team (and the entire SCA staff) and is motivated, has high customer service skills, works with a sense of urgency, and has a terrific attitude toward growth and community.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING The Event Assistant's focus is to create a welcoming environment for our guests, performers, instructors, volunteers, and other team members.
This happens via:
Setting-up & tearing-down for classes, films, gallery talks, lectures, and more Preparing hospitality requests for Artist / Lecturer / Instructor Setting up dressing rooms Managing bar and merchandise sales Collecting money during a performance/event Cleaning up at the end of the event Opening/Closing/Securing the facility before and after each event Working with the Rental Coordinator to execute rental events including weddings, receptions, and special events year-round (heavy emphasis May - October) Assist at performances and special events as needed Wash on-site laundry as needed Maintain facility cleanliness before, during, and after events Organize kitchen, recyclables, returnables, and garbage Be knowledgeable about the SCA website, Facebook page, and the Saugatuck area Comfortable on your feet for multiple hours Work with the public (guests), performers, vendors, volunteers, and other SCA staff Brief volunteers on their duties and emergency protocols WHAT SKILLS YOU'LL NEED TO SHINE IN THIS JOB Must possess exemplary interpersonal skills, and be able to interact with others in a professional manner Customer service skills Strong organizational skills Ability to work well with others and be a team player Ability to follow written and verbal direction Lift materials of up to 30 pounds on occasion Must be 18 or older to apply for this position DESIRED SKILLS FOR THIS JOB Prior event/hospitality experience Prior experience supervising events Experience working with volunteers Comfortable serving at the bar when needed Comfortable being in the building alone Money handling and retail experience utilizing cash registers REPORTS TO Hospitality and Volunteer Manager COMMITMENT This is a part time seasonal position.
Spring/Summer/Fall:
15-25 hours/week.
Evenings and weekends are required.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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