Bar/Lounge Manager (Heirloom Restaurant)/Seasonal Employment in London

The Heirloom Restaurant is our flagship restaurant, featuring formal dining and lakeside comfort in the dining room of the historic Athenaeum Hotel. The culinary experience is managed by the Executive Chef. During the nine-week summer season, the Heirloom Restaurant is open every day, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. During the pre-season (May) and post-season (September), the restaurant is open Thursday to Sunday for lunch and dinner.

Compensation for the Shift Supervisor starts at $18.00/Hour and, with demonstrated experience and qualifications, candidates may earn up to $21.00/Hour.

About Your Work Day:

• Assists with recruiting and training of 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 operational budget.
• Lead and follow all company policies embracing and reflecting the company’s culture and values.
• Exhibit superior organizational and teamwork skills.
• Demonstrates positive attitude and professional communication skills.
• Upholds staff uniform policy, personal hygiene, and grooming standards.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

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 5 am to 5 pm.

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 at 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.

Chautauqua Institution 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, a comprehensive hotel, food & beverage, conferencing, and events organization.

Employees will receive a traditional Chautauqua gate pass, free of cost, which provides access to many of our programs at the Amphitheater.

Chautauqua Institution values Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) as a priority in our strategic plan, 150 Forward. One of our five core values is “The dignity and contributions of all people.” We are committed to creating conditions where everyone can engage as complete and valued participants in the Chautauqua experience. The Institution is an equal opportunity employer committed to equitable and inclusive hiring practices. Applicants and employees 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 experience, engagement, and professional expertise in IDEA.