Museum Events & Bar Manager: Curate Experiences & Revenue

ADP, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vacation

Sick-time

15 paid holidays

Free admission to Balboa Park museums

Job summary

The San Diego Natural History Museum (The Nat) in San Diego, CA is seeking a Special Events and Bar Manager to lead the planning, execution, and client experience of facility rental events while managing the museum's bar services program.

This role is responsible for creating exceptional event experiences, maintaining vendor relationships, and ensuring the financial success of both event rentals and bar operations, supporting the museum's mission and sustainability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2-3 years special events and banquet bar experience.
• Experience managing staff and exemplary customer service.
• Attention to detail, ability to manage multiple deadlines, and strong organizational skills.
• Willingness to work late nights and weekends.
• Positive, guest-oriented service mindset and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of facility rental events from coordination through completion.
• Oversee bar services, inventory, purchasing, compliance, and staff supervision.
• Support event sales with client relationships, proposals, contracts, and financial transactions.

Skills

Customer service

Staff management

Time management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM

Square

Job description

The San Diego Natural History Museum (The Nat) in San Diego, CA is seeking a Special Events and Bar Manager to lead the planning, execution, and client experience of facility rental events while managing the museum's bar services program.

This role is responsible for creating exceptional event experiences, maintaining vendor relationships, and ensuring the financial success of both event rentals and bar operations, supporting the museum's mission and sustainability.