Opportunities & Employment

Position Dates: May 1 – October 10, 2023

Benefits:

• Immersion in a creative craft school environment
• Working and living on Touchstone’s beautiful 150 acre wooded campus in the Laurel Highlands
• Building connections by networking with instructors and peers
• Opportunity to develop professionally and artistically
• Housing and Studio access (materials not provided)
• Meals during scheduled workshops
• Exhibition, teaching, and sales opportunities
• $500 weekly stipend (May 1 – October 10, 2023)

Qualifications:

• Experience working within a professional, commercial, and/or educational studio; experience facilitating workshops and/or leading technical demonstrations
• Strong understanding of the Touchstone’s studios, materials, tools, and equipment, with a desire to learn more
• Familiarity with basic studio maintenance of studio tools and equipment
• Ability to problem solve
• Must be responsible, flexible, and reliable
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to manage a team of 5-6 individuals
• Value inclusivity and committed to continue learning on issues related to race, equity, diversity, and inclusion
• Ability to move heavy items as needed
• Reliable transportation is necessary

Duties:

• Help manage and oversee Touchstone’s Internship Program in conjunction with the Programs Manager

  • Working with Management Interns to establish daily schedules and tasks

  • Facilitate daily meetings and Weekly studio checks

  • Making sure all open studio hours are covered

• Manage and oversee the daily activities in all of Touchstone’s studios

• Ordering studio supplies and equipment (not related to workshops)

• Checking and ordering all studio consumables (Gases, coal, etc.)

• Help with maintenance of studio and equipment under the supervision of the Facilities Manager

• Overseeing Interns with receiving, inventorying, tracking, and updating of studio materials

• Ensure a safe working environment in the studios by following and enforcing all safety policies

• Lead studio and campus tours for visitors and groups, and perform studio demonstrations as needed

• Act as a representative of Touchstone Center for Crafts

• Other duties as assigned

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. This job description describes the general nature of the job and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job. Job descriptions do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Work with the Culinary Manger to ensure that all Touchstone culinary needs are met, assisting the Culinary Manager with food preparation, meal setup, cleanup, and service.
• Adhere to all sanitation guidelines
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Report any breakdowns in equipment, accidents, or breakages to the Culinary Manager.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Ideal candidate will have Food Handler Certification
• Able to work in a fast paced, team environment
• Positive and upbeat attitude and demeanor
• Organized and reliable
• Prioritizes and works efficiently with limited supervision
• Recognizes and resolves problems quickly and efficiently
• Clean, with good hygiene habits
• Communicates effectively
• Able to perform all duties in a hot and humid environment

Physical Demands:
Employee must occasionally lift, reach, and/or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Touchstone’s general campus is rural, with uneven terrain.

Compensation:

Compensation discussions are a part of the interviewing process, but hourly rate range is $11-$16/hour and will be adjusted based on one’s experience and skills. Housing and studio access negotiable.

To Apply:
The position will remain open until filled.  We would like this position to start approximately June 1, 2023. To apply, send a letter of interest, resumé, and contact information for two references to: info@touchstonecrafts.org
Please put ‘Kitchen Steward’ as subject line.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. This job description describes the general nature of the job and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job. Job descriptions do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.