Hospitality Specialist - Bartender

Cleveland Orchestra; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible seasonal scheduling

Access to premium events

Training and professional development

Donor hospitality experiences

Job summary

The Cleveland Orchestra at Severance Music Center is hiring a Hospitality Specialist for seasonal, part-time work in a vibrant performing arts environment. You will serve guests in premium spaces, bartend, manage bar service, assist with events, and ensure flawless guest experiences that align with our standards of hospitality excellence.

Ideal candidates have prior bartending and food & beverage experience, strong communication, and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Experience in bartending and food & beverage service.
• Professional presence and positive energy.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and events.
• Must meet Ohio age requirements for alcohol service.
• Strong communication and guest service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver warm, welcoming, and professional service to every guest
• Anticipate guest needs and respond proactively
• Create memorable guest experiences through genuine engagement
• Serve food and beverages according to established service standards
• Operate point-of-sale systems accurately and responsibly
• Support premium hospitality experiences and special events
• Maintain clean, organized, and guest-ready service environments
• Assist with event setup, replenishment, transitions, and breakdown activities
• Support teammates and contribute to a culture of hospitality excellence
• Uphold food safety, responsible alcohol service, and operational standards

Skills

Bartending

Food & Beverage Service

Guest Engagement

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

POS Systems

Job description

Hospitality Specialist Seasonal Part-Time | Severance Music Center
At Severance Music Center, guests begin forming impressions long before the orchestra takes the stage and continue forming them long after the final applause. Every interaction contributes to the overall experience.As a Hospitality Specialist, you are more than a bartender, server, or event staff member. You are a host, an ambassador, and an active participant in the guest experience. Whether serving guests in a premium donor space, welcoming patrons at a bar, supporting a special event, or creating memorable moments throughout the venue, you help shape how guests experience one of the world’s great performing arts institutions.

We are seeking hospitality professionals who take pride in creating exceptional guest experiences and who are excited to contribute to a culture where hospitality is viewed as an essential part of the performance.

What You’ll Do

Hospitality Specialists support a variety of hospitality and food & beverage operations throughout Severance Music Center, including premium hospitality and donor events, bartending and beverage service, lounge and concession operations, weddings and special events, guest engagement and floor service, and event setup/service/breakdown.

• Deliver warm, welcoming, and professional service to every guest
• Anticipate guest needs and respond proactively
• Create memorable guest experiences through genuine engagement
• Serve food and beverages according to established service standards
• Operate point-of-sale systems accurately and responsibly
• Support premium hospitality experiences and special events
• Maintain clean, organized, and guest-ready service environments
• Assist with event setup, replenishment, transitions, and breakdown activities
• Support teammates and contribute to a culture of hospitality excellence
• Uphold food safety, responsible alcohol service, and operational standards

Who Thrives Here

• Prior bartending and food and beverage experience
• Professional presence and positive energy
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and situational awareness
• Reliability and accountability
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Adaptability in fast-paced environments
• A genuine passion for hospitality and exceptional guest experiences
• Must meet Ohio age requirements for alcohol service
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events
• Alcohol service and food safety certifications and Point-Of-Sale experience preferred

Why Join Our Team?

• Be part of the guest experience at one of the world’s most celebrated orchestras
• Work in a unique hospitality environment that combines performing arts and premium guest service
• Flexible seasonal scheduling
• Opportunities for training, cross-training, and professional development
• Access to premium events, donor hospitality experiences, and specialized assignments
• Potential pathways to trainer, leadership, and supervisory opportunities as the Hospitality program continues to grow
• Hourly wage of $16 plus tips

Join us in helping create memorable experiences that connect guests to the music, the venue, and The Cleveland Orchestra.