Hospitality Porter (Variable, 0 to 29 hours per week, January to December)

WORK SCHEDULE: Varied schedule including evenings and weekends based on event schedule

POSITION LOCATION: 100% onsite

PAY RATE: $21.85/hour

BENEFITS: Flexible work schedule; 403(b) Retirement Plan; Complimentary tickets to select performances; Discounts at Concessions and the Gift Shop

CONTACT INFO:

POSITION SUMMARY: The Variable Hospitality Porter supports Hospitality event operations by preparing and maintaining event spaces kitchens catering areas storage areas and equipment. Responsibilities include event setup and breakdown catering and buffet support receiving and inventory equipment organization beverage and kitchen support cleaning and general venue readiness.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Event & Catering Operations

• Set up move and break down tables chairs cocktail tables registration tables coat racks stanchions easels waste receptacles and other event equipment according to event requirements.
• Assist with room flips event resets buffets and post-event breakdowns.
• Coordinate with the Chef and event staff on buffet setups and deliver food catering equipment and supplies to event locations.
• Organize clean inventory stage and return catering equipment including chafing dishes buffet equipment risers platters serving utensils and related supplies.
• Ensure kitchens and catering areas have necessary serving utensils and equipment and identify equipment or supply needs.
• Assist caterers vendors and event staff with loading storage and onsite operational needs.

Receiving Inventory & Storage

• Receive unload transport put away and properly rotate food beverage catering and other deliveries.
• Maintain clean organized storage and receiving areas and assist with inventory counts.
• Transport supplies equipment food and beverages throughout the Wolf Trap campus and ensure proper storage.
• Inspect equipment and supplies for damage shortages or replacement needs and report concerns to appropriate staff.

Beverage Kitchen & Stewarding Support

• Transport and stock beer wine liquor mixers water ice and other beverage supplies; return unused products to storage.
• Perform light kitchen and stewarding duties including cleaning and sanitizing work areas sinks utility areas floors and trash and recycling break down cardboard and properly dispose of or recycle containers.
• Return kitchen equipment supplies and smallwares to designated locations and maintain kitchens and catering areas in event-ready condition.

Venue Readiness & General Operations

• Conduct pre- and post-event checks to ensure spaces are clean properly set stocked and ready for clients and guests.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of storage rooms staging areas kitchens catering areas and the Associates House/basement.
• Keep tables chairs carts dollies and event equipment organized and properly stored.
• Monitor and replenish restroom and event consumables as needed.
• Report spills damage maintenance issues missing equipment and other operational concerns.
  

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Hospitality food service culinary catering facilities event operations or customer service experience preferred.
• Catering banquet restaurant or institutional food service experience preferred.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Strong organizational skills attention to detail and follow-through.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing event needs.
• Ability to safely handle and move food beverages furniture equipment and supplies.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Professional communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to maintain clean organized and sanitary work areas.
• Ability to work evenings weekends holidays and other event-driven hours.
• Sensitivity and commitment to the mission of Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Frequently lift and/or move items weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Regularly stoop bend kneel reach push and pull.
• Stand and walk for extended periods over flat and uneven terrain.
• Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions including prolonged exposure to high temperatures heat and humidity while performing job duties.
• Safely operate or assist with carts dollies catering equipment furniture and other event equipment.

Were pleased to consider applicants who will be physically located in and who will have a local address in Virginia Maryland or the District of Columbia for the duration of their employment. The Foundation does not offer fully remote work for any positions. Applicants who reside in any other state would be required to be physically located in and provide a local address in Virginia Maryland or the District of Columbia prior to starting work for Wolf Trap Foundation.

Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse equitable and inclusive work environment that embraces and encourages different perspectives. We work to reflect and be representative of the communities in which we serve and in which we reside. Qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who need assistance or an accommodation in our job application processes should contact. An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a background check.