Hospitality Porter

# Hospitality Porter (Variable, 0 to 29 hours per week, January to December)
Wolf Trap Head Quarters - Vienna, VA 22182## Overview Salary Range $21.85 - $21.85 Hourly Position Type Variable Category Hospitality ## Description
** 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**:
TJPluck
** 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.
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* 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 equipment.

Empty 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.## Qualifications
** 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 ABILITIE
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* Must be at least 18 years old.
* Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and follow-through.
* Ability…