Daytime Assistant at Des Moines Performing Arts

Summary Description

Des Moines Performing Arts is seeking one part time (day hours) Guest Services Assistant. This position is responsible for event set ups, basic inventory functions including receiving, stocking and product rotation, equipment and utensil maintenance, and other duties as assigned. The daytime assistant is required to occasionally run errands off site with their personal vehicle (mileage reimbursed). Free parking is provided. Some weekend hours required.

One opening available from 8:30 am – 2:30 pm, Monday-Friday, with some weekend work (hours flexible) required.

Experience in food service preferred, but not required. Position will require occasional lifting up to 50 lbs as well as stooping, crouching, and standing for most of the shift.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Ensure internal and external events are set up correctly and in a timely manner.
• Light cleaning, including dishes and laundry.
• Inventory assistance including receiving, stocking, ordering, and product rotation.
• Beverage preparation.
• Organizing storage areas.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Food service experience preferred, but not required.

Critical Success Factors

• Possess a universal respect for attributes and appearances that are different than your own.
• Detail oriented
• Able to prioritize and switch between tasks
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environment
• Demonstrates initiative, self-motivated individual

Physical Demand/Work Environment

This position will be indoors in a climate controlled environment.  It will require standing, walking, stooping, and crouching. Position will require occasional lifting up to 50lbs. Occasional weekend availability is required.