What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-time Housekeeper position at Ordway Center for the Performing Arts?
The Ordway: The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts is one of the leading performing arts centers in the United States and a catalyst for vibrant arts in Minnesota. Powered by hundreds of talented and dedicated staff members and volunteers, the Ordway is renowned for its multidisciplinary programming, welcoming atmosphere, and comfortable environment. The Ordway welcomes audiences of all ages and backgrounds for year- round eclectic and entertaining offerings, including Broadway musicals, concerts, dance, vocal artists, and new works. Performances take place in the 1,900-seat Music Theater and a 1,100-seat Concert Hall. The Ordway serves tens of thousands of students and families each year through its arts education and community impact programs, and is a proud member of the Arts Partnership, a collaboration comprising the Ordway, Minnesota Opera, The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra and Schubert Club.
Position Purpose: The Housekeeper is responsible for maintaining a clean and safe working environment for all staff and patrons.
Position Details:
- Posting Date: 3/26/25
- Closing Date: The Ordway is dedicated to building an equitable environment and strongly encourages applications from Black, Indigenous, People of Color, women, transgender, and non-binary candidates. This position will remain open until a diverse and qualified pool of candidates is identified. Applicants from populations underrepresented in the theater field are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Pay: $18.30 per hour
- Employee Type: Hourly, Part-time, Shift schedules vary.
- Department: Housekeeping
- Reports to: Housekeeping Manager
Key Performance Areas:
- Maintain cleanliness standards and guidelines using various processes and equipment to ensure a daily safe and clean environment that demonstrates the Ordway’s impeccable appearance.
- Work both independently and with custodial team to complete daily and assigned tasks.
- Maintain all Ordway cleaning standards and guidelines in all common areas, the main hall, lobby, dressing rooms, and offices.
- Complete external maintenance tasks as needed, such as shoveling snow.
- Assist and complete unique tasks when special events are planned at the Ordway to meet the demands of each event.
- Maintain a flexible work to support the demands of the Housekeeping Department.
- The Ordway is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and inclusive excellence of the organization through their communication skills.
Other Qualifications:
- High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Previous experience in housekeeping preferred.
- The ability to lift 50 lbs, with assistance.
- The ability to bend, move quickly up and down stairs, crouch or stoop, crawl, work in small spaces, and walk.
To Apply: For more information or to apply, visit ordway.org/employment. Ordway is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, marital status, familial status, public assistance status, age, local human rights commission activity, national origin, and veteran, or disability status. The Ordway Theater and administrative office are wheelchair accessible and service animals are welcomed. All applicants who have questions or needs regarding access accommodations or interpreting assistance for job interviews are encouraged to reach out to Human Resources.
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