Job Opportunities
Current Job Openings at Columbus Museum of Art
Thank you for your interest in employment at Columbus Museum of Art. See below for current job position openings at Columbus Museum of Art. Please check back frequently for jobs at Columbus Museum of Art, an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Event Captain
Position Summary:
Coordinate and serve as liaison for staff, vendors, guests, and clients for the set-up, duration, and tear-down of special events to ensure outstanding customer service while maintaining Museum procedures and compliance with Museum policies.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Work in tandem with the event team for special event operations to ensure all event details are executed as required. Ensure that the events run on time and adjust as needed, ensuring to relay that information to appropriate personnel.
• Review banquet event orders at the beginning of each shift with a manager to ensure equipment needs and set-up requirements are met.
• Provide leadership to the staff in the absence of a manager.
• Maintain all equipment and facilities in an organized, clean, and safe environment.
• Communicate any needs and concerns from guests to the appropriate staff.6
• Complete administrative tasks as assigned by management.
• Pulling/Returning bar products ensuring all inventory is counted accurately.
• Responsible for end-of-shift duties including cleaning event spaces and all work areas, returning all inventory to the correct places, checking out external caterers and vendors, and releasing staff.
• Assist catering team as needed to prepare for events when given direction from a Banquet Manager
• Maintain CMA service standards, while adhering to all federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding sale and service of food and beverage.
• Set/Strike as needed for events.
Interested candidates may apply here
Facilities Support Staff
Position Summary:
Under the direction of the Facilities Support Supervisor, the Facilities Support Staff is responsible for keeping all museum facilities in clean, safe, and orderly condition. Performs cleaning duties, such as cleaning floors, and rugs, washing walls and glass, and removing rubbish. Duties include notifying management of the need for repairs and cleaning snow or debris from sidewalks and parking surfaces. Please note: This is a bargaining unit position.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Cleans floors in both public and non-public areas by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming them.
• Removes wastepaper baskets and containers and empties same into trash containers and cleans the area after trash has been picked up.
• Services, cleans, sanitizes, and supplies restrooms (refills toilet paper, paper towels, and soap dispensers).
• Cleans and polishes furniture and fixtures.
• Cleans windows, glass partitions, mirrors, and blinds using approved cleaners and tools.
• Dusts furniture, walls, machines, and equipment.
• Cleans and polishes hardware such as doors, woodwork, door handles, push plates, kick plates, metal handrails, and drinking fountains.
• Removes and cleans floor mats and entrance rug runners.
• Reports burned-out light bulbs to Maintenance Operations Manager.
• Report the need for repairs to the Maintenance Operations Manager or Facilities Director.
• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment in order to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
• Turns in found articles to dock security.
• Handles emergency mop-ups and spills, utilizing appropriate wet floor signage.
• Assist with the removal of snow from sidewalks, steps, driveways, and parking areas and spread snow-melting chemicals as directed.
• Requisition supplies and equipment needed for cleaning and maintaining storage areas in a safe and orderly manner.
• Performs other related duties as required or assigned.
Interested candidates may apply here
Event Sales & Catering Assistant
Position Summary:
The Event Sales & Catering Assistant will support the ongoing operations of the Special Events Department at the Columbus Museum of Art. This position will provide administrative assistance to process client experiences for corporate, social, and internal events. They will act as the first point of contact in the sales cycle and engage new audiences for private events at the Museum. They will provide some assistance on the day of event execution. This position displays the utmost professional attitude and demeanor; always provides superior customer service support and acts as a representative of the museum.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Oversee initial components of the sales cycle, including but not limited to responding to leads, facilitating site visits, and making appropriate follow-ups.
• Arrange for and facilitate site visits for potential clients. Attend client and internal meetings as they relate to bookings of special events.
• Promptly answer phone and e-mail inquiries and respond to all sales leads. Qualify inquiries based upon availability of dates, event budget, or other pertinent factors.
• Track lead database and maintain electronic CRM for individual and vendor accounts. Sustain contact lists for target marketing and communications. Analyze, project, and report on client trends.
• Coordinate digital media content for social networks including Instagram, WeddingPro, and CMA website.
• Work as a cohesive unit with other Event Managers, Banquet Managers, and Sales Manager to contribute to a team dynamic. Work in conjunction to foster growth as a department.
• Convey and support the institutional mission statement by seeking opportunities for all community members to interact with the Columbus Museum of Art.
• Assistance with event execution on select nights & weekends as assigned for largest-scale evening productions and midday bookings.
Interested candidates may apply here
Accounting Coordinator
Position Summary:
As Accounting Coordinator, you will play a vital role in our financial operations. This includes responsibility for accounts payable processing, sub-ledger reconciliation, and recording monthly journal entries. Your expertise will support the daily operations of the organization and contribute to its overall financial health.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Ensure vendor invoices and credit card transactions are accurate for payment and audit purposes.
• Process invoices, verify financial data, and post transactions for use in maintaining accounts payable records.
• Effectively monitor outstanding payables ensuring timely payments to vendors.
• Protect the organization against unintentional overpayment of liabilities.
• Analyze discrepancies and unpaid invoices.
• Maintain accurate vendor data and files.
• Create monthly journal entries for various account reconciliations.
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Prepare year-end reports for annual audit.
• Assist in compiling data for financial analysis and budgeting.
• Perform filing and general administrative tasks.
• Liaise with other departments and vendors.
• Fulfill other duties as needed.
Interested candidates may apply here
Controller
Position Summary:
As Controller, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing our financial operations. This includes responsibility for ensuring accurate accounting practices, maintaining a strong internal control framework, financial reporting, and analysis. Your expertise will contribute to the overall financial health of our organization.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Develop and refine accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Maintain the chart of accounts including sub-funds and projects.
• Oversee payments for accounts and bank loans, and ensure adherence to terms.
• Monitor accounts receivable and ensure prompt collections.
• Manage cash balances and projections.
• Review general and subsidiary ledgers for accuracy and compliance with policies and procedures.
• Record adjusting entries as required for general ledger accounts.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliation.
• Provide timely and accurate financial and operational data to assist management, board of trustees, and granting organizations.
• Calculate variances from the budget and report significant issues to management.
• Coordinate and prepare organizational budgeting and financial planning.
• Manage department KPIs with various teams within the organization.
• Offer additional financial analysis as requested, including operational best practices.
• Assist the Executive Deputy Director for Finance and Administration in preparing and presenting financial information to the Board of Trustees, senior staff, and committees.
• Lead the annual audit process, coordinate, and prepare necessary information.
• Optimize financial processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• • Administer the financial databases, ensuring effective utilization.
• Regulate offsite records storage.
• Fulfill other duties as necessary.
Interested candidates may apply here
Sous Chef
Position Summary:
Second in the kitchen and catering hierarchy after the Executive Chef, the Sous Chef maintains full control of the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef and manages and coordinates all food service in conjunction with the Schokko Art Café and CMA Special Events Catering.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Establish the working schedule and organize the work in the kitchen so that everything works like a “well-oiled machine.” Maintain order and discipline in the kitchen during working hours.
• Oversee the daily operation of the kitchen, meeting all the requirements of excellent quality, freshness, and variety in a cost-effective manner.
• Assist the Executive Chef in all aspects of restaurant and events operations.
• Execute menus for catered events.
• Assist the Executive Chef in daily planning and costing of menus for Schokko Art Café.
• Train and oversee kitchen personnel as it relates to cleanliness and sanitation of all food preparation and storage areas, dining areas, and all kitchen equipment. Make sure the hygiene and food safety standards are met in all stages of food preparation, starting with the ingredients and ending with the finished dish which leaves the kitchen.
• Along with the Executive Chef and Special Events Sales & Operations, meet with clients as needed to customize menus and provide food tastings.
• Train, and supervise all kitchen personnel, including temporary personnel for catered events.
• Assist the Executive Chef in the requisition and purchase of supplies in compliance with the purchase order policy.
• Responsible for control of kitchen inventory, including purchase, storage, and monthly physical inventory.
• Work closely and communicate effectively with front-of-the-house staff to enhance customer service.
• Makes sure that the professional equipment is in good condition and signals any malfunction before it affects the staff or the clients.
Interested candidates may apply here
Human Resources Generalist
Position Summary:
The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for supporting and working alongside the Director of People & Culture, Human Resources Manager, and Human Resources Generalist.
Duties and Responsibilities:
This position will be instrumental in the staff experience with day-to-day operations, coordinating activities, and supporting the onboarding of new hires. In addition, this role supports the HR office with payroll, recruiting, benefits, filing, training, HR compliance, special projects, and various initiatives.
• Collaborate, engage, and respond to employees and leaders related to human resources questions, problems, and issues.
• Oversee internal payroll, employee data, accurate reports, and data and performs other duties as requested.
• Coordinate and manage the full-cycle recruitment process, including job descriptions, posting jobs, conducting interviews, background checks, paperwork process, and new hire orientation.
• Effectively manage a wide range of tasks and objectives while balancing the demands of frequent interruptions that may occur; adapt well to stopping and starting job tasks and maintain a cooperative, confidential, and courteous relationship with staff.
• Anticipate, identify, intervene, and resolve issues. Conduct investigations of employee concerns and issues, as needed, and ensure timely and responsible resolution.
Interested candidates may apply here
Visitor Experience Safety Supervisor
Position Summary:
The Visitor Experience (VE) Safety Supervisor provides leadership in supporting CMA policies and procedures that allow VE Associates to fulfill the dual role of maintaining safety and security while ensuring a positive visitor experience throughout the entire museum. The VE Supervisor is a leader to the VE team for day-to-day operations, and in promoting the philosophies and values of CMA. The VE Supervisor ensures the highest level of customer service and safety for CMA.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Directly responsible for the physical safety and security of the museum and the people in it.
• Must be able to handle stress in an emergency or unknown situation and react calmly and appropriately according to museum policies and procedures.
• In addition to fulfilling regular shifts as an Associate, a VE Supervisor must monitor gallery and visitor desk coverage, provide break support, set and manage the daily VE Associate assignments, lead team touch base, and open and close the Museum.
• Act as a liaison between the VE Associates and other departments including attending meetings as the department representative.
• Perform daily inspections of the galleries, doors, locks, and public and private spaces.
• Promptly report and document any damage in accordance with the museum’s safety policies and protocols.
• Assist with the parking lot and gate issues.
• Inspect incoming packages and deliveries to the building.
• Maintain the safety of people and art in museum galleries and spaces.
• Serve as the first responder for incidents including injuries, emergency procedures, and de-escalation of upset visitors, filling out accurate and timely incident reports.
• Ensure that visitors comply with museum policies, by proactively communicating those policies in a direct, friendly and respectful manner.
• Be respectful of boundaries and personal space, thoughtfully monitor body language and facial expression, and always communicate in a respectful and professional manner.
• Utilize a variety of strategies to inquire about visitor needs, interests, and questions.
• Participate in and lead regular professional development workshops about museum security procedures, CMA philosophies, learning, visitor engagement and conversational strategies, professional behavior, customer service, and art and exhibition content.
• Communicate and collaborate regularly with colleagues to improve team effectiveness.
• Manage visitor entrance including controlling crowds and entrance flow; greeting visitors; and providing directions as necessary.
• Manage and monitor building entrances including monitoring all security access control systems, alarms, doors, keys, badges, and receiving deliveries.
• Ensures all staff, visitors, and vendors are registered properly before entering secure areas of the property.
• Manage sales including admission, membership purchase/renewal/upgrade, and program registration.
• Act as Manager on Duty — opening/closing tils; making deposits; coaching team members; upholding policies; maintaining chain of communication.
• Maintain standards in matters of appearance, attitude, and performance
• Oversee necessary supplies for front-end operations including parking system, register, first aid, and general office supplies.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned according to museum needs, individual skills and interests.
Interested candidates may apply here
Museum Store Assistant Manager- Online Store Lead
Position Summary:
Reporting to the Museum Store Manager, manages day-to-day operations of the Museum Store. Management responsibilities include in-store and online marketing and advertising, buying overseen by the Museum Store Manager, inventory management, merchandising, budgeting/invoice processing, personnel staffing, and supervision.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Partner with the Museum Store Manager to drive all aspects of sales, marketing, inventory control, and the buying of merchandise.
• Create and maintain a selection of merchandise that celebrates the Columbus Museum of Art’s collection, exhibitions, and seasonal opportunities.
• Work with vendors and artists to achieve the best selection of merchandise at the best terms possible to maintain a great margin, in departments assigned by Museum Store Manager.
• Creatively merchandise the store to show the merchandise in the best light possible through placement, signage, changing displays, point-of-purchase displays, and in-store marketing campaigns with the Museum Store Manager
• Work closely with the Finance department to maintain meticulous records of receiving, invoice processing, sales, and inventory in a timely manner. Adhere to the goals of annual budgets for the museum store.
• Plans, with the assistance of the Marketing and Communications department, all marketing and advertising for the museum store including members’ calendar, social media, and online store.
• Update and maintain a sales-oriented website worthy of the museum’s reputation to increase store revenue.
• Maintains relations with other departments within the museum and attends exhibition and management meetings as needed by the Museum Store Manager.
• Develop and implement in-store programs such as book signings, trunk shows, exhibition tie-ins, and discount strategies to increase sales and store exposure.
• Work with the Museum Store Manager to develop products based on the Museum’s collection, traveling exhibitions, and Museum brand.
Interested candidates may apply here
Events Manager
Position Summary:
The Events Manager will be primarily focused on the coordination of the corporate, social, wedding, and internal events of the Columbus Museum of Art as assigned. This position functions as the liaison between clients, museum staff, and additional vendors, as related to special events. This position displays the utmost professional attitude and demeanor; provides superior customer service support and acts as a representative of the museum at all times.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Attend client and staff meetings as they relate to the planning and execution of special events.
• Promptly answer phone and e-mail requests, to coordinate with clients and booked vendors.
• Develop event proposals, timelines, and floor plans based on event logistics and client needs.
• Manage all rental items used including checking the accuracy of all deliveries, return of rental items, and record-keeping related to breakage.
• Oversee all special event functions including set-up, teardown, staffing, bar service, and catering.
• Catering knowledge of menu items and service styles, organizing the execution of service, finalizing quantities and menu choices, executing tastings, service contracts, and payments.
• Coordinate A/V, security, catering, and facilities needs with CMA staff. Provide detailed information to those various departments with clear communication of expectations and needs.
• Track event changes and distributes updated information to the necessary parties on a timely basis.
• Responsible for the tracking of event charges, invoicing of clients according to payment timelines, and the communication of payments to the CMA Finance Department.
• Convey and support the institutional mission statement by seeking opportunities for all community members to interact with the Columbus Museum of Art.
Interested candidates may apply here
Dishwasher
Position Summary:
Responsible for washing all dishes, silverware, glasses, and cooking utensils used in daily production. Will also assist with prep food tasks as needed. Please note: This is a bargaining unit position.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Operate dish machine, wash dishes, and daily cleaning of the machine.
• Responsible for the orderliness, cleanliness, and sanitation of the work area including putting away stock, organizing storage areas, and cleaning equipment and shelves.
• Communicate and cooperate with Chef, Assistant Manager, and co-workers.
• Maintains a clean kitchen, properly washes and sorts soiled dishes, and preps foods as needed. Keeps dish area free of clutter and organized.
• Sets up dish stations, including dish machines and sinks.
• Maintains clean/dry floors throughout the shift.
• Properly washes, stacks, and stores china, glassware, silverware, cookware, and storage containers.
• Changes water of machines and sinks every two hours, or more often as required by business levels, and properly uses chemical dilutions set by Autochlor.
• Assists in the timely storing of food deliveries.
• Maintains trash cans throughout a shift and removes full trashcans and boxes at the end of each shift.
• Maintains the dry storage area and the organization of storage shelves.
• Follows the posted daily dish-cleaning duties.
• Assists in food prep and any other duties set forth or requested by the chef as needed.
• Accomplishes all job duties while adhering to all safety guidelines and practices throughout the shift.
• Reports any unsafe condition, unsafe act, accidents, and/or injuries to the manager on duty.
• Sweeps, mops, and takes out the trash at the end of the evening.
Interested candidates may apply here
Special Event Server and/or Bartender (Event Service Staff)
Position Summary:
The Special Event Servers and Bartenders will provide expert service of food and beverage items for corporate, social and internal events at the Columbus Museum of Art. This position is responsible for customer service of Special Event clients and guests in accordance with CMA’s service standards. This is a contingent position and will be asked to work on “as needed” basis or at the convenience of an individual’s personal schedule.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Setting rooms and working with service equipment to execute food service in a variety of scenarios and spaces throughout the building.
• Properly and setup and serve alcoholic beverages in accordance with liquor control service guidelines and CMA service standards.
• Provide excellent customer service for all clients and guests before, during and after the event
• Must be able to lift and carry trays of food, move throughout tight spaces with efficiency, have the ability to be on their feet for long periods of time, and push and pull carts of furniture (tables and chairs) and other equipment
• Must adhere to Serve Safe guidelines and safe food and beverage practices according to the city, county and state guidelines.
Interested candidates may apply here
Server
Position Summary:
The Columbus Museum of Art is seeking professional, dynamic, and skilled candidates for the position of Server.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Ensuring excellent levels of customer service and assuming the role of receiving and welcoming guests.
• Excellent multi-tasking ability and good problem-solving skills
• Responsible for the orderliness, cleanliness, and sanitation of the work area including putting away stock, organizing storage areas, and cleaning equipment and shelves.
• Communicate and cooperate with Chef, Assistant Manager, and co-workers.
• Taking customers’ food and drink orders
• Collaborating with the kitchen staff for the prompt and correct delivery of orders
• Memorizing the menu and recommending appetizers, meals, and drinks
• Delivering a memorable dining experience by resolving all customer issues promptly
• Assisting with the tidying of tables, clearing leftovers, and keeping the dining area neat and pleasant
• Knowledgeable in espresso beverages and execution of recipe specs
• Restocking, organizing, and cleaning service area including drink case, pastry case, and coffee stations
• Cleaning and resetting the garden patio during patio season including setting umbrellas, wiping tables, and moving tables and chairs
• Polishing and rolling silverware and glassware
• Restocking plate ware
• Accomplishes all job duties while adhering to all safety guidelines and practices throughout the shift.
• Reports any unsafe condition, unsafe act, accidents, and/or injuries to the manager on duty.
• Sweeps, mops, and takes out the trash at the end of the evening
Interested candidates may apply here
Cashier
Position Summary:
The Columbus Museum of Art is currently seeking Cashiers to join our Café team. We are looking for highly qualified candidates with excellent customer service skills, who exhibit professionalism in attire, work habits, and communications skills. We take pride in what we serve to our museum visitors and in how we serve food to them. We’re looking for candidates to join our Café Team! Please note: This is a bargaining unit position.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Greet customers in a friendly manner. Answer questions regarding food items and ring up orders.
• Report food, beverage or supply needs to kitchen in a timely manner.
• Balance daily cash register receipts and make daily cash drop.
• Responsible for the orderliness, cleanliness and sanitation of Café food prep work areas.
• Stock all needed products for daily operation, such as paper products, cutlery, condiments, and beverages. Brew coffee and tea for beverage station.
Interested candidates may apply here
Line Cooks
Job Summary:
We are looking for highly qualified candidates with excellent line cooking skills and customer service skills. We take pride in what we serve to our museum visitors and in how we serve food to them. We’re looking for candidates to join our Café Team! Please note: This is a bargaining unit position.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Experience cooking commercially.
• Prepare all menu items daily for Café.
• Report food, beverage, and supply needs to the Chef for ordering on a timely basis, daily, if needed.
• Responsible for the orderliness, cleanliness, and sanitation of Café food prep work areas.
• Assisting with stocking and setting up the kitchen stations
• Preparing food including cleaning and cutting the ingredients and cooking main dishes, desserts, appetizers, and snacks
• Plating prepared foods based on the chef’s specs.
• Working with servers to ensure that orders are completed according to request and on time.
• Washing and cleaning the kitchen and cooking utensils and storing the equipment at the end of shifts
• Ensuring that the kitchen operation procedures and hygiene meet food safety standards and regulations.
• Follows the posted daily cook cleaning duties.
• Assists in food prep and any other duties set forth or requested by the chef as needed.
• Accomplishes all job duties while adhering to all safety guidelines and practices throughout the shift.
• Reports any unsafe condition, unsafe act, accidents, and/or injuries to the manager on duty.
• Sweeps, mops, and takes out the trash at the end of the evening.
Interested candidates may apply here
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