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The Charleston Gaillard Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Currently, there are no full-time positions open. No phone calls, please.

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The Charleston Gaillard Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. We are not currently hiring for part-time positions. No phone calls, please.


Now Hiring in our Hospitality Departments

Catering Captain

Overview

Catering Captain is responsible for supervising and serving guests in the venue dining areas at catering functions.  The Catering Captain must be customer-service oriented and personable. Must be able to work in an ever- changing fast-paced environment.The employee must maintain excellent attendance and be available to work events as scheduled per business need.Catering Captians needed for special events at the Charleston Gaillard Center located at 95 Calhoun St, Charleston, South Carolina. Training provided for those with a limited background. Must have a professional appearance to accommodate high-end clientele. Excellent customer service and a great attitude are required and you must be able to work in a fast-paced environment. Weekend/morning/evening availability is a must!  All servers must pass a company background check. Please email ngarrand@gaillardcenter.org for more details.WE ARE LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING YOU AND BECOME PART OUR WINNING TEAM!!

Responsibilities

  • Must demonstrate ability to read and comprehend Banquet Event Orders when directing to service a guest event or in setting up guest events.
  • Responsible for supervising staff serving meals to guests or replenishing food to the buffet line.
  • Responsible for supervising beverage service to guests including alcoholic beverages. Must check guest’s ID to verify minimum age requirement for the purchase of alcoholic beverages.
  • Ensures proper handling of all equipment (i.e. china, glassware, silverware, linen, and props) and their proper storage after use.
  • Be able to carry Ten (8) meals on a tray.
  • Responsible for observing guests to respond to any additional requests and determine when the meal has been completed.
  • Responsible for ensuring that staff are refilling salt, pepper, sugar, cream, condiments and napkins.
  • Responsible for staff replacing tableware and linens as necessary.
  • Responsible setting up banquet functions including linens, dishware, glassware and silverware.
  • Maintains sanitation, health and safety standards in work areas.
  • Must show demonstrated ability to meet the company standard for excellent attendance.
  • Additional duties as assigned by your immediate supervisor and/or Ovations management staff for the successful outcome of an event or customer service situation.
  • Regular and reliable attendance.
  • Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

  • Ability to communicate with employees, co-workers, volunteers, management staff and guests in a clear, business-like and respectful manner which focuses on generating a positive, enthusiastic and cooperative work environment.
  • Ability to speak, read and write in English.
  • Excellent Customer Service
  • Ability to work well in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment.
  • Possess valid food handling certificate and alcohol service permit if required by state or federal regulations.
  • Ability to calculate basic math functions (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages) as related to cash/credit transactions and cash reconciliation.
  • Ability to handle cash accurately and responsibly.
  • Education, Qualifications and Experience:
  • Experience working in a supervisory capacity in fine or large scale dining is preferred.
  • Ability to work early mornings, nights and weekends.

Spectra, an industry leader in sports, entertainment and venue management, is dedicated to recruiting and developing individuals with the skills, experience, desire, and values to contribute to the continued growth and success of our organization.  Together, with our 250+ sports & entertainment venue partners, we transform events into experiences! These experiences create excitement, turn heads, and make memories.  Come Join Us!  You can learn more about Spectra at www.spectraexperiences.com/We are strengthened by our differences and united by making a difference.  Spectra embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion.  We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and the communities that we serve.  We strive to create an inclusive culture and equitable workplace where all employees feel valued and can bring their whole selves to work.  Not only is it the right thing to do, but we know that diverse, equitable and inclusive teams invite deeper collaboration and understanding, spark greater innovation and achieve higher employee satisfaction. Spectra is an equal opportunity employer and our employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, handicap, marital status, or any other status or condition protected by Federal and/or State laws, except where bona fide occupational qualifications apply.Note: Employment with Spectra by Comcast Spectacor at the Charleston Gaillard Center

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Catering Server

Overview

The Server will provide ultimate hospitality for guests in a fast-paced, high volume environment.

Fine dining servers needed for special events at the Charleston Gaillard Center located at 95 Calhoun St, Charleston, South Carolina. Training provided for those with a limited background. Must have a professional appearance to accommodate high-end clientele. Excellent customer service and a great attitude are required and you must be able to work in a fast-paced environment. Weekend/morning/evening availability is a must!  All servers must pass a company background check. Please email ngarrand@gaillardcenter.orgWE ARE LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING YOU AND BECOME PART OUR WINNING TEAM!!

Responsibilities

  • Maintains knowledge of the menu and any special items being offered.
  • Provides quick, attentive, friendly and professional service to guests and is able to communicate clearly with all customers.
  • Maintains availability to work during many peak periods.
  • Stocks beverage station(s) when necessary (ice, juices, glassware, sugar packets, etc).
  • Maintains high responsiveness to customer desires and requests.
  • Maintains a professional and clean appearance.
  • Communicates with wait staff, bus persons, bartenders, supervisors, and kitchen staff in order to improve communication and coordination so that patrons may be impressed by their dining experience.
  • Set up for events by putting out tablecloths and place settings, arranging table placement and setting up a buffet.
  • Carrying plates of food on trays and serving guests
  • Keep glasses filled; remove each round of plates and replenish utensils.
  • Perform cleaning tasks and breakdown of service
  • Maintain high standards of safety and cleanliness

Qualifications

  • Basic working knowledge of food and beverage.
  • Must have a High School Diploma, G.E.D. or related Food Service Job Experience.
  • Ability to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment.
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Ability to follow directions
  • Ability to communicate with employees, co-workers, management staff and guest in a clear, business-like and respectful manner which focuses on generating a positive enthusiastic and cooperative work environment.
  • Ability to work early mornings, nights and weekends.
  • Frequently lift/carry up to 25 lbs
  • Frequently walking with some standing at times, possibly extended distances; ability to bend and climb stairs when necessary

Spectra, an industry leader in sports, entertainment and venue management, is dedicated to recruiting and developing individuals with the skills, experience, desire, and values to contribute to the continued growth and success of our organization.  Together, with our 250+ sports & entertainment venue partners, we transform events into experiences! These experiences create excitement, turn heads, and make memories.  Come Join Us!  You can learn more about Spectra at www.spectraexperiences.com/

We are strengthened by our differences and united by making a difference.  Spectra embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion.  We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and the communities that we serve.  We strive to create an inclusive culture and equitable workplace where all employees feel valued and can bring their whole selves to work.  Not only is it the right thing to do, but we know that diverse, equitable and inclusive teams invite deeper collaboration and understanding, spark greater innovation and achieve higher employee satisfaction.

Spectra is an equal opportunity employer and our employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, handicap, marital status, or any other status or condition protected by Federal and/or State laws, except where bona fide occupational qualifications apply.

Note: Employment with Spectra by Comcast Spectacor at the Charleston Gaillard Center

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Bartender

Part-Time, Hourly. 

Download Bartender Job Description

To Apply: Please send resume and cover letter to Nicole Garrand at ngarrand@gaillardcenter.org

Note: Employment with Spectra by Comcast Spectacor at the Charleston Gaillard Center

Internships

As part of the Gaillard Center’s nonprofit mission, the Gaillard Center seeks to provide educational opportunities for all ages, including those pursuing higher education. The Gaillard Center’s Internship Program provides college students considering careers in arts administration the unique opportunity to gain real-world experience operating a world-class performing arts venue. Internships are offered during the Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters to current college students for experience and academic credit.

NO INTERNSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME

“I loved my time at the Gaillard, from the welcoming staff to the amazing events, I felt right at home. Being able to be given so much responsibility and learn so many aspects of the organization, I feel I can take away more than I ever expected here at the Gaillard Center. Thank you GMC for all you have done for me!”

 Mikayla C. Marketing Intern, Summer 2017

“Interning at the Gaillard Center helped me launch my career in the arts sector! My supervisor and team worked closely with me to ensure that I gained the knowledge and experience that can only be taught in the field.”

 Victoria B. Production Intern, Spring 2017

“Interning with the Gaillard Center was the best decision I made as an arts management major! It provided me with the opportunity to witness the establishment of a brand new non-profit organization, and experience first-hand how a world-class performing arts center is operated. After my internship, I began working for the Gaillard full-time, and since then, have gained invaluable experience  in ticketing, development, and marketing.””

 Katie R. Marketing Intern, Spring 2015