Job description

Venue Manager - Part Time

Apple Ridge Farm is seeking an experienced Venue Manager to run our successful Airbnb business and grow our burgeoning wedding and event rental business. All of the proceeds from these rentals go towards supporting the mission of Apple Ridge Farm and its students. This position offers a great deal of flexibility in the work location. Some duties must be performed at our location in Copper Hill, VA, and other tasks can be performed remotely! Strong sales skills, solid facility and staff management, and the ability to think outside the box are necessary. Will require some night and weekend work for events. Site-specific training and supplies will be provided. Pay is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Payroll occurs bi-weekly on Thursdays. Paid holidays. Potential to earn additional income by exceeding sales goals. This position reports to the Executive Director.

Duties:

● Manage our four current Airbnb listings through the Airbnb app, including all communications with guests and regularly updating the calendar with upcoming rentals

● Ensure each guest has a pleasant stay on the farm and serve as a host during their stay as needed.

● Manage the cleaning staff of the B&Bs, including making sure each turnover is staffed and completed in a timely and clean fashion

● Purchase all needed supplies and groceries for the cleaning staff to be able to turn over a B&B when needed and ensure an outstanding stay for our guests

● Work with the Maintenance Tech and Executive Director on repairs that arise to keep the facilities in working order.

● Sell the property to prospective clients for weddings, small and large group gatherings, and overnight stays. This includes marketing, research, and execution of events in order to grow ARF’s rental business to help support the mission of our work with youth.

● Meet or exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual goals for facility rental revenue as established by the Executive Director.

● Cultivate and manage event rentals at the farm. (Wedding/Large or Small Group Rentals/Multi-Night Stays etc.)

● Give regular tours to prospective brides, corporations, and individuals to sell them on the benefits of choosing Apple Ridge Farm for their event rental needs.

● Manage all contracts for event rentals with the clients and ARF Administration.

● Coordinate needs for all functions at farm, such as weddings, meetings, retreats, etc.

● Be the point person at the facility for all events (weddings, meetings, retreats, etc.). Meet the renters before each event to coordinate needs; provide access to buildings; train them on kitchen use; review checkout lists; coordinate parking needs, etc. Be on call during events. Assess the condition of buildings before and after each event.

● Regularly assess the condition of all buildings and rental spaces at the facility. Maintain these resources in a showable and operational manner. Keep an up-to-date list of all maintenance needs.

● Ensures security of company assets.

● Other related duties and tasks as assigned by the manager.

Requirements:

● Previous wedding/rental event space experience preferred

● Previous experience in hospitality or Airbnb management preferred

● Experience using the Airbnb app as a host preferred

● This position requires strong attention to detail and an ability to communicate effectively with team members verbally and in written form.

● Must be available to work weekends – Flexibility is a plus!

● Must be proficient in the use of e-mail, Google Calendar, and smart-phone apps

● Must have reliable transportation

If the above sounds like a fit for you, we would love to have you join our Team! Any interested, qualified applicant should e-mail their completed application to josh@appleridge.org. Applications may be found at: www.appleridge.org/jobs.

Position open until filled.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Copper Hill, VA 24079: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Hospitality management: 2 years (Required)
• Direct sales: 2 years (Required)
• AirB&B host: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Copper Hill, VA 24079

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