NVO Hospitality Manager

JOB SUMMARY The Hospitality Manager will oversee the teams responsible for the realms of hospitality in Gerlach which pertain to food preparation for staff in our kitchens and our bar/social/communal space at the Black Rock Saloon.
The Hospitality Manager will work with the Department of Public Works and other event production departments during the Black Rock City event season.
This is a temporary, full-time, Exempt role, based in Gerlach, NV.
The deadline to apply for this role is 5:00 pm Pacific on March 22nd 2024.
DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Leadership / Management (50%) Oversight of planning and implementation of operational elements for feeding crews in Gerlach (and the Ranch), including but not limited to overseeing more than one kitchen and meal transportation.
Assist with menu planning as needed to ensure nutritional needs are met.
Oversight of planning and implementation of operational elements for the Saloon in Gerlach, including cross departmental collaboration with DPW.
Assist with creating a welcoming space.
Do monthly reviews of Procurify, Expensify and budgets/actuals for both departments.
Communications (15%): Create a cohesive strategy for NVO communications that highlights the care and feeding of our crews.
Help to disseminate important information and updates to the NVO staff regarding feeding.
Work with the NVO Personnel Manager to prepare written and verbal communications to NVO staff.
Budget Oversight (20%): Develop accurate budgets based on a clear understanding of scope for each project and mentor staff on how to work within a budget.
Create annual budgets following a review of staffing and other expenses during the previous cycle; prepare justification for budget variances in the coming year.
Provide guidance on spending decisions to your staff/departments under your purview.
Work with managers to schedule and coordinate projects in a manner aligned with their budget.
Monitor changes to project scope and operating schedules that may affect costs.
Keep NVO AD apprised of any changes.
Accurately track spending; assist with gaining approval for emergency spending.
Review and approve the bills for materials, equipment, and services.
Collaborate to finalize contracts, monitor vendor performance, and negotiate final payments.
Other Functions and Responsibilities (15%) Maintain clear and regular lines of communication with Kitchen and Saloon Managers, providing regular reports and feedback as necessary.
Providing regular reports and feedback as necessary.
Attend Burning Man Staff Meetings as requested.
Abide by the rules and codes of conduct described in the NVO Manager Manual, NVO Handbook, and Ranch Protocols Perform various other duties as assigned.
LEARNING AND TEACHING Documentation - Drives the creation, publishing, and maintenance of process documentation related to assigned duties.
Teaching – Takes a leadership role in the acculturation and training of staff.
Teaches live or e-learning classes, as requested.
Promotes a culture of teaching and learning throughout the community.
Mentoring - Mentors subordinates in acquiring the knowledge, skills, and experience that will allow them to advance in the organization.
Aids, encourages and inspires their team.
Training development - Collaborates with the education team to develop training materials in their area of expertise, as requested.
Learning – Pursues ongoing learning in their area of expertise, working to stay current on emergent knowledge, skills, and processes.
Participates in conferences, forums, and networking events, where appropriate.
Speaking – Represents Burning Man as a subject matter expert and culture-bearer, as requested.
QUALIFICATIONS Required Knowledge of kitchen management, menu planning and nutrition.
Knowledge of bar management.
Familiarity with Burning Man and experience in event-based production work, 3 years event related experience.
Proven leadership and senior management experience, 3 years managing both departments and individuals.
Continuously leads by example, motivates teams, and has excellent interpersonal skills.
Fastidious nature; thorough, thoughtful, and meticulous.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Operates with a high level of integrity; honest, transparent, and genuine.
Acts with discretion and shows good discernment of sensitive information.
Remains patient and professional toward coworkers and staff in any situation.
Must be willing to relocate to Gerlach.
Preferred Proficient at working in Google Suite (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Drive, etc).
Knowledgeable in the development and implementation of database solutions.
Experience with public speaking.
Has prior experience overseeing a volunteer workforce.
Note: If you have gained the necessary experience to succeed in this role and have acquired this experience in other ways, we encourage you to apply and share all relevant experience in your application.
REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
Compensation: Individual compensation decisions are dependent on a variety of factors, including prior experience and geographical location.
The anticipated salary range for this position is $_1100___ to $__1300__weekly.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT Off-playa: Work is primarily sedentary but will also include the need to find and meet with department representatives who may not be in the vicinity therefore, this could include walking or using some form of transportation.
Some of the work will be in outside weather conditions and exposed to fumes or airborne particles, as well as possible extremes in temperature.
On-playa: Work is primarily sedentary but will also include the need to find and meet with department representatives who may not be in the vicinity therefore, this could include walking or using some form of transportation.
Some of the work will be in outside weather conditions and exposed to fumes or airborne particles, as well as possible extremes in temperature.
NOTICE FOR ALL APPLICANTS: Burning Man Project celebrates the importance of creating a diverse environment and enthusiastically encourages Black, Indigenous, Peoples of Color, LGBTQIA+, Immigrant, women, and people with disabilities, of all ages, to apply.
Burning Man Project provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Notice for Remote Opportunities: Burning Man Project is currently able to hire remote employees living/working in the following states: AZ, CA, CO, FL, ID, LA, MA, MI, MT, NC, NH, NM, NV, NY, OR, PA, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI.
Working hours for all positions are based on Pacific Time.
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