MN Landscape Arboretum Event Captain (Temporary/Casual)

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Responsibilities: * Act as main Arboretum contact for clients and vendors throughout events * Familiarize oneself with unique needs of each event in advance * Respond to questions and requests with hospitality * Enforce Arboretum rules and policies * Manage frontline Arboretum staff throughout event * Manage and assist in set-up of bar, and other venue-provided amenities * Keep bar stocked and resupplied throughout event * Unlock and relock supply rooms as needed * Set up points of sale for bars and concessions * Communicate cleaning, repair, and furniture needs to Arboretum facilities crew * Communicate Security concerns to Arboretum Security team * Manage and assist in bar clean-up and tear-down * Close down points of sale according to Arboretum Policy * Clean up linens at the conclusion of events * Put out and away Arboretum signage as needed * Communicate effectively with Arboretum management Qualifications Required Qualifications (must be mentioned on application/resume): * High school diploma or equivalent * Must have basic knowledge of food and beverage preparation and service of various alcoholic beverages * Successfully completed T.I.P.S. Training * Ability to obtain any needed government-required license or certificate. * Basic mathematical and computer skills necessary to operate a cash register, make change, total guest checks, count total bank, prepare cash drops, total all other charges, and understand portion sizes * Ability to read, speak and understand the English language in order to communicate with guests and staff * Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, memos and to write simple correspondence. * Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and employees. * Ability to handle keys and locks Preferred qualifications: * Familiar with Arboretum spaces, personnel, and practices * Available for evenings and weekends * Prior events experience Physical demands: * Ability to lift up to 50 pounds * Ability to stand for long periods of time * Sufficient manual dexterity in hands in order to use a knife, pick up glassware and bottles, scoop ice, mix drinks, and reach overhead to retrieve stock. About the Department The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum is a community outreach unit of the University of Minnesota's College of Food, Agriculture and Natural Resource Sciences. The Arboretum is located west of Minneapolis/St Paul and its 1,200 acres traverse the municipalities of Chaska, Chanhassen and Victoria. As a member of the American Public Garden Association and an accredited museum through the American Alliance of Museums, the Arboretum is a tremendous public asset. Visitors engage with gardens, collections, natural areas, a farm, research demonstrations, youth and adult education, events and exhibits. For more information please visit us at: https://arb.umn.edu/ How To Apply Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a resume. 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