Special Events Porter

Overview

Occasional Part-Time (Up to 24 hours per week on an as‑needed basis;
Overnight & Late‑Night Saturday availability and additional two late‑night/overnight weekdays availability required. Hours for this position are diverse based on business needs, with an expected range of shift hours: Evening: 2:00pm‑2:00am & Late‑night/Overnights: 12:00am‑6:00am.)

The rate of pay for this position is $22.59 ‑ $28.25 per hour.

• As directed, assists with event set ups, including room lay out, staging, bar set ups, tables, chairs, relevant signage, and ancillary event equipment.
• Assists with “back of house” event service areas e.g. the placement of hot boxes, the cleaning of the banquet storeroom, general housekeeping, garbage removal.

• Directly related experience doing event set ups within a similar event operation.
• Working knowledge of hospitality practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of quality event equipment within a “secure” institutional environment preferred.
• Well‑developed communication skills (verbal and written).

• Discounts to Good Life Fitness.
• Free tickets to every major exhibit at AGO.
• Discounts to major attractions as a part of the Provincial/City Reciprocal Programs.
• Free admission to the AGO for friends and family, discounts at the gift shop, bistro, and Learning Centre.

Located in Toronto, the Art Gallery of Ontario is one of the largest art museums in North America, attracting approximately one million visitors annually. The AGO Collection of more than 120,000 works of art ranges from cutting‑edge contemporary art to significant works by Indigenous and Canadian artists and European masterpieces.

• Respect:
  We foster belonging and appreciate each other.
• Openness:
  We interact with an open mind and thoughtful engagement.
• Collaboration:
  
  We believe in the power of together.
• Accountability:
  We own our actions and outcomes.

At the AGO, we lead global conversations from Toronto through extraordinary collections, exhibitions, and programs, reflecting the diverse community we serve. Committed to fostering inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility, we embed these values into our strategic plan and ongoing priorities.

The Art Gallery of Ontario is an Equal Opportunity Employer.