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

Job Details: Job Location: Wolf Trap HeadQuarters - Vienna, VA, Position Type: Variable, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Category: Food and Beverage, 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

Qualifications: 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.