Gallery Sales Consultant Part Time

Kessler Collection; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Kessler Hotels in Greenville, SC, seeks a Gallery Consultant to support sales, art curation, and guests’ experiences within the Kessler Collection. This role emphasizes maintaining curating standards and enriching programs for hotel guests and staff.

The incumbent will work with the Gallery Director to ensure gallery operations succeed, coordinate art sourcing and events, and uphold Kessler Values of teamwork, integrity, profitability, enrichment and relentless service.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years’ experience in luxury retail, fine art or similar scope and title - required
• Bachelor’s degree in Fine Art or related field - preferred
• Experience within luxury brand/markets - required
• Experience within similar size organizations - preferred
• Maintain a valid driver’s license - required

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Gallery Director in all areas of the business to ensure the success of all gallery operations and activities.
• Lead by example The Kessler Collection Mission Statement, “Inspiring Places,” “Intuitive Service,” “Exuberant Guests” and Core Values of Teamwork, Integrity, Profitability, Enrichment and Relentless.
• Service standards indicative of The Kessler Collection Culture with internal and external guests, vendors and artists.
• Art and product assortment sourcing, curating, signage and standards for the art within the gallery and hotel.
• Operations include full function and consistent activity in POS data obtaining, entering, adjusting and reporting. EOM inventory controls and adjustments. Full function and consistent activity in Excel and Outlook programs.
• Participate in planning and executing artist events of all mediums and scope of work.
• Participate in training and development of Art Enrichment programs with GPs and guests.
• Participation in hotel and RCK Collection curating standards.

Skills

Luxury retail

Fine art

Sales

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fine Art

Tools

Excel

Outlook

POS

Job description

Kessler Hotels Kessler Hospitality’s portfolio of artistically inspired boutique hotels features unique design, luxurious accommodations, enriching ambiance, and intuitive service. With properties throughout Colorado, Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, and South Carolina, each hotel’s exquisite art, music, and cultural influences are intentionally approachable. Designed to inspire and create unforgettable experiences, Kessler guests are immersed in refined Bohemian luxury, whether at a cutting-edge downtown icon, a premier luxury lodge, Savannah’s entertainment destination, or an elite ski lodge. As the founding member of Marriott’s Autograph Collection, Kessler Hospitality has long championed bold, original hotels, each carefully created with distinctive style and the Individualist traveler in mind.

Hourly Kessler Hotels Kessler Hospitality’s portfolio of artistically inspired boutique hotels features unique design, luxurious accommodations, enriching ambiance, and intuitive service. With properties throughout Colorado, Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, and South Carolina, each hotel’s exquisite art, music, and cultural influences are intentionally approachable. Designed to inspire and create unforgettable experiences, Kessler guests are immersed in refined Bohemian luxury, whether at a cutting-edge downtown icon, a premier luxury lodge, Savannah’s entertainment destination, or an elite ski lodge. As the founding member of Marriott’s Autograph Collection, Kessler Hospitality has long championed bold, original hotels, each carefully created with distinctive style and the Individualist traveler in mind.

Location

Perched on the falls of the iconic Reedy River in the heart of Downtown Greenville, our AAA Four Diamond boutique lodge offers guests an intimate way to experience the area's natural wonders. Whether you're here for adventure or for the luxurious spa, our hotel in Greenville, SC, will restore and recharge your entire being. From the stunning views to our curated art collection, Grand Bohemian Lodge enlivens the senses and instills wonder. Find floor-to-ceiling windows around every corner of our lodge, and earth-inspired details in everything from the chandeliers to the wine room. Make yourself comfortable with beautiful balconies and majestic accents. Relax at our outdoor bar and restaurant, Between the Trees, overlooking the Reedy River, or delight in Greenville’s natural beauty from our perfectly manicured event lawn. With an onsite spa, art gallery, fitness center, and hiking trails that meander the grounds, you will find yourself deeply connected to all this destination offers.

Overview

The overall objective and purpose of the Gallery Consultant is to participate in sales, service, art and operations of the gallery and to support Art Enrichment training and development for hotel Grand Performers (employees) and guests. The incumbent is responsible for supporting maintenance of hotel curating standards and Richard Kessler’s Collection. They are to demonstrate Kessler Values of Teamwork, Integrity, Profitability, Enriching and Relentless as well as Service Standards at all times with guests and staff to ensure a positive experience.

Responsibilities

Primary duties, responsibilities, and tasks include, but are not limited to the following:

• Work closely with the Gallery Director in all areas of the business to ensure the success of all gallery operations and activities.
• Lead by example The Kessler Collection Mission Statement, “Inspiring Places,” “Intuitive Service,” “Exuberant Guests” and Core Values of Teamwork, Integrity, Profitability, Enrichment and Relentless.
• Service standards indicative of The Kessler Collection Culture with internal and external guests, vendors and artists.
• Art and product assortment sourcing, curating, signage and standards for the art within the gallery and hotel.
• Operations include full function and consistent activity in POS (point of sale) data obtaining, entering, adjusting and reporting. EOM (end of month) inventory controls and adjustments. Full function and consistent activity in Excel and Outlook programs.
• Participate in planning and executing artist events of all mediums and scope of work.
• Participate in training and development of Art Enrichmentprograms with GPs and guests.
• Participation in hotel and RCK Collection curating standards.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications (Education, License, Certifications, Experience)

• Minimum two years’ experience in luxury retail, fine art and/or similar scope and title - required
• Bachelor’s degree in Fine Artor related field - preferred
• Experience within luxury brand/markets - required
• Experience within similar size organizations - preferred
• Maintain a valid driver’s license - required

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities(KSA’s)

• Proven track record and consistent performance in sales and other measurable goals
• Proven track record and consistent activity in building a client book of business of internal and external guests/collectors including, but not limited to key clients within the media and market
• Must be positive, results oriented and can work under pressure and have the ability to work a highly flexible schedule to ensure the success of the gallery
• Knowledge and experience working with Excel, Outlook and POS (point of sale)

Physical Demands

• Push, pull, lift and hang up to 50lbs including but not limited to curating and hanging over sized artwork, installations and sculptures.
• While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to sit, stoop, bend and crouch on a daily basis.
• Reach with hands and arms, use fingers to handle or feel.
• Inspect details visually in person or via computer.

Work Environment / Conditions

• Candidate must be comfortable working in a shared space, with constant noise, without the use of a private office.
• Candidate must be able to cope with frequent changing priorities and deadlines with a high degree of optimism, professionalism& collaboration.
• Schedules may vary from week to week based on business demands, team availability and performance, with or without notice.
• This position frequently interacts in person, email and phone, with guests, vendors, artists, corporate executives and property level leadership

Benefits

We are pleased to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial future.

• Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching contributions
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick leave (provided in accordance with applicable law)
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Educational opportunities / Tuition reimbursement
• Paid jury duty leave, personal leave, medical leave, and military leave in accordance with applicable law

For Employees Based In Washington

• 8 paid holidays per year
• Up to 20 days of paid vacation per year, based on classification and length of service
• Paid Sick & Safe Time accrues at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, with up to 72 hours of unused time carried over from one anniversary year to the next.

For Employees Based In Colorado

• 8 paid holidays per year; employees working in the City of Denver receive 64 hours of designated holiday time per calendar year
• Up to 20 days of paid vacation per year, based on classification and length of service
• 6 days or 48 hours of Paid Sick Leave per year, accrued at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.

For Employees Based In California

• 8 paid holidays per year
• Up to 20 days of paid vacation per year, based on classification and length of service, capped at 1.5x annual accrual rate; non-supervisory employees working in the City of Los Angeles accrue up to 22 days of Compensated Time Off, based on length of service capped at 192 hours of combined PST and CTO.
• Paid Sick Time accrues at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, unused time is carried over from one anniversary year to the next up to a maximum of 80 hours; employees working in the City of Los Angeles are provided 40 hours of Paid Sick Time annually on their anniversary, unused time is not carried over from one anniversary year to the next.

Please note that certain benefits described above for associates in Washington, Colorado, and California may vary for associates covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (“CBA”). For such associates, eligibility for and the terms and conditions of benefits are governed by the applicable CBA and any applicable plan documents, and may differ from the benefits described above. In the event of any conflict or inconsistency, the terms of the applicable CBA and governing plan documents will control, as applicable.

Posting Date

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