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Chautauqua Institution Restaurant Manager (Brick Walk Cafe)/Seasonal Employment in Chautauqua, New York
Description
The Brick Walk Café (https://www.chq.org/discover-chautauqua/eat-drink-shop/dining/) is a fast casual restaurant with a menu featuring snacks and lunches as well as healthier choices, all prepared fresh daily. The Brick Walk is also home to an ice cream sundae bar and the Starbucks Gazebo. On Bestor Plaza with indoor and outdoor seating. The Brick Walk Café is open 11:30 to 8:00 p.m. during the summer season.
About Your Compensation
Compensation for this salaried position is $1,161.65 per week for up to 18 weeks (Starting in May).
Pre-Season: Part-Time work begins in February with the possibility of remote work. Compensation for pre-season work will be $29.04/Hour.
About Your Work Day
Assists with recruiting and training of culinary and foodservice team.
Oversees staff orientation and training.
Assists with programming and operation of POS systems including cash handling policies and standards.
Tracks and manages food costs, inventory controls, scheduling, and labor costs to meet the operational budget.
Lead and follow all company policies embracing and reflecting the company’s culture and values.
Exhibit superior organizational and teamwork skills.
Demonstrates a positive attitude and professional communication skills.
Upholds staff uniform policy, personal hygiene, and grooming standards.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Daily Operations: The primary role of a manager is to ensure the daily functioning of the Team.
Staffing: Assists Venues Manager interviewing, hiring, and training new employees
Set Goals: Manager communicates to Team short and long-term goals set by Venues Manager and Manager
Liaising: Manager oversees Kitchen Manager, Supervisors, and Team Members, managers effectively communicates and updates Venues Managers daily
Administration: Manager completes audits, daily reporting, and associated forms
Delegation: Effective managers have confidence in their employees and delegate tasks according to the business needs
Motivate: As a leader, a manager motivates staff and creates an environment where employees thrive and develop
Enforcing Policy: Managers enforce company policy to cultivate an environment that makes employees hold one another accountable for their actions.
Training: If new technologies or systems are introduced to the business, Kitchen Manager assists to train employees. Managers, Supervisors, and Team Members are required to attend orientation and all subsequent training
Evaluation: To encourage satisfactory work, managers evaluate employee behavior and performance to determine necessary training, redirection/coaching, and development
About the Referral Program
Chautauqua Institution’s Referral Bonus Program (https://www.chq.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/CHQ_ReferralBonus_2024_final.pdf) is a talent solution to recruit, develop, and retain a diverse workforce that encompasses all the skills and experience necessary to deliver on our goals and objectives. Chautauqua Institution will provide a $500 referral bonus (less taxes) for active employees referring a new candidate who is hired and remains employed for at least 90-days from the first physical date of work. In the case of seasonal positions working less than 6-months, the new candidate must remain actively employed for at least 30-days from the first physical date of work and until the closing date of the season. The closing date of the season is the last Sunday in August.
About Your Schedule
Chautauqua Institution and Chautauqua Hotel Company offer flexible schedules, full and part-time, for seasonal employment during summer operations starting annually each June and concluding in August. Seasonal employment may be available earlier (pre-season) and beyond season (post-season) based on business needs and candidate availability. Schedules typically include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays as a requirement.
While you will confirm your final schedule with management at the time of an interview and offer of employment, you should generally anticipate the following schedule options for this position:
Typically work an eight-hour shift with a start time that varies between 5am to 5pm.
About Living on the Grounds
Chautauqua Institution may provide limited housing options on our grounds or assist you with locating nearby housing arrangements for select opportunities based on business needs. Housing is not an option for many positions and may be of a cost to you. Candidates should assume there are no employer-provided or employer-assisted housing options available for this position unless it is otherwise stated.
Employer provided housing may be available with this position.
About Chautauqua Institution
Chautauqua Institution (https://www.chq.org/) is a not-for-profit global convener of dialogue on the most significant issues of the day through engagement across four pillars of the arts, education, religion, and recreation. The Chautauqua community is located on the shores of Chautauqua Lake in southwestern New York State and comes alive each summer with a unique mix of visual and performing arts, lectures, interfaith worship/programs, and recreational activities. Chautauqua Institution owns and operates Chautauqua Hotel Company (https://www.chq.org/discover-chautauqua/accommodations/athenaeum-hotel/) , a comprehensive hotel, food & beverage, conferencing, and events organization. The Institution’s office in Washington, DC is located strategically for an ongoing role in the cultural conversations of the nation.
Discovering Your Chautauqua Experience
There are countless ways that our talent will engage with our mission, vision, and diverse communities, and you are invited to immerse yourself in our programming as a gateway to this experience. Employees will receive a traditional Chautauqua gate pass, free of cost, which provides access to many of our programs at the Amphitheater.
Our Commitment to IDEA
Chautauqua Institution values Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) (https://www.chq.org/about/idea/) as a priority in our strategic plan, 150 Forward (https://150fwd.chq.org/) . One of our five core values is “The dignity and contributions of all people.” We are committed to creating conditions in which everyone feels that they can engage as full and valued participants in the Chautauqua experience. The Institution is an equal opportunity employer committed to equitable and inclusive hiring practices and applicants will not be discriminated against based on any status protected under federal, state, or local law. We especially welcome applications from those who can demonstrate past experience, engagement, and professional expertise in IDEA.
Joining Our Talent Community
Join our talent community online at CHQ.org/employment. You are encouraged to learn more about Chautauqua Institution at CHQ.org and view the 150 Forward Strategic Plan at 150fwd.CHQ.org.
Qualifications
Skills
Preferred
Flexibility: Expert
Multitasking: Expert
Team Management: Expert
Behaviors
Preferred
Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
Motivations
Preferred
Entrepreneurial Spirit: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business
Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
Licenses & Certifications
Preferred
- Food Manager (ServeSafe)
Experience
Required
- 3-5 years: Restaurant Management