Front of House Manager, The Barns (Variable, up to 24 hours per week, October 2026 to May 2027)

Pay rate:                   $20.60/hour
Benefits:                   Flexible work schedule; Complimentary tickets to select performances; Discounts at concessions and the gift                                                    shop
Position location:      100% On-site
Contact information: [email protected].  

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Nightly oversight of all FOH operations
• Ensure all proper opening procedures are being followed and the bar is ready to open as scheduled
• Manage nightly staffing assignments, ensure staff are properly trained on their assigned tasks, provide training to ensure staff can adequately complete their tasks.
• Ensure all proper closing procedures are being followed and the bar has been properly reset, stocked, cleaned, and sanitized for the next service day

• POS operation including taking orders and handling payments
• Assist with preparing and serving drinks as needed
• Turnover of the bar as needed to setup for special events

• Oversight and verification of all opening banks and closing deposits
• Check in with customers to ensure their experience is satisfactory
• Assist with patrons ordering via QR code
• Resolve any customer service concerns/issues
• Communicate any food concerns/issues to the Chef and Kitchen staff
• Assist with opening, closing, and monthly inventory counts as assigned
• Follow all Fairfax County Health Department standards.  Maintain the highest level of sanitation practices, safe food handling and storage

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be at least 21 years old
• Previous management experience preferred
• Must be able to work weeknights and weekend
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be able to work quickly and independently
• Must successfully complete a Virginia Alcohol Server Training, ServSafe Training or company approved equivalent course within 30 days of start date

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Regularly required to walk, stoop, bend and reach with arms
• Lift/move up to 20 pounds frequently
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time
• Use hands and fingers to handle, feel, reach, cut, mix, etc.

We’re pleased to consider applicants who will be physically located in and who will have a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia for the duration of their employment. The Foundation does not offer fully remote work for any positions. Applicants who reside in any other state would be required to be physically located in and provide a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia prior to starting work for Wolf Trap Foundation. 

Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment that embraces and encourages different perspectives.  We work to reflect and be representative of the communities in which we serve and in which we reside.  Qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who need assistance or an accommodation in our job application processes should contact [email protected].  An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a background check.