Operations Assistant, The Barn At Reynolda Village (Part-Time)

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Summary
Assist the Operations Manager with the oversight of venue operations, management of the facility and inventory, and maintaining a high level of customer service for clients.

• This is a part-time position averaging 15-20 hours per week. Working hours will vary depending on scheduled events at The Barn.

Essential Functions:

• Assist with monitoring planned vendor deliveries.
• Store equipment and materials neatly.
• Empty trash from all function areas, as needed.
• Assist with the physical set-up and/or break-down of event facilities, as needed (lifting, moving, and arranging of tables, chairs, furniture etc.).
• Review and implement requirements set forth in the Banquet Event Order (BEO) forms.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.
• Responsible for providing exceptional service to all guests in a friendly, efficient manner.
• Assist with vendor and consultant relationships.
• Assist with oversight of vendor and guest compliance with policies.
• Clean and mop all rooms of the facility, as needed.
• Inspect and report any and all maintenance issues.
• Refresh function areas during functions: tidy up rooms, and restock, and tidy restrooms.

Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds
• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language (English) used in the workplace.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Must be able to walk, bend, climb, kneel and extend reach.
• Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Versatility, flexibility and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities.
• Work schedule varies and may include covering shifts - AM/PM, weekdays, evenings, holidays and weekends.
• Responsible and Dependable.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Enthusiasm a definite must have.
• Previous experience in banquet set-up a plus.

Accountabilities
Responsible for own work
Additional
Time Type Requirement
Part time
Note To Applicant
This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.
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