What are the responsibilities and job description for the Singer position at The Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe?
Overview
We are seeking a talented and passionate Singer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong vocal ability and a flair for performance, contributing to various productions and events. This role requires creativity, dedication, and the ability to engage an audience through music and stage presence.
Duties
- Perform a diverse repertoire of songs across various genres during rehearsals, performances, and events.
- Collaborate with musicians, directors, and other performers to create cohesive and engaging performances.
- Participate in regular rehearsals to refine vocal techniques and stage presence.
- Interpret lyrics and convey emotions effectively to connect with the audience.
- Maintain professionalism during performances, adhering to schedules and production requirements.
- Assist in promoting performances through social media and other marketing channels as needed.
- Continuously seek opportunities for personal growth in vocal skills and performance techniques.
Experience
- Previous experience in theater or musical performances is highly desirable.
- Strong vocal skills with the ability to perform solo as well as harmonize with others.
- Familiarity with music theory and the ability to read sheet music is a plus.
- Experience working collaboratively within a team environment, showcasing flexibility and adaptability.
- A passion for music and performance that translates into engaging stage presence.
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Job Summary
The Music Man is a unique family-style ice cream Shoppe where the server/performers (guys and gals) sing, dance, and improv with the audience. The Music Man operates a high-volume restaurant and entertainment venue on the Jersey Shore between May and September and for special events in October and December. Non-Performers are responsible for working in a fast-paced environment, serving our Fudge Shop, Box Office, Indoor Dining, and Takeout Window by taking orders, handling cash, food preparation, packaging, stocking, taking reservations, and keeping the work area clean.
This position pays NJ Tipped Wage per/hour with a tip split. Or Non-Tipped, NJ Minimum Wage per hr. A thorough understanding of position, compensation, and housing is presented during the interview process.
Basic Qualifications & Availability
- Men and Women, ages 20 and up, minimum two (2) years of College. (Ages 19 & under, please submit for Featured Performer/Server/Crew ().
- Applicants must be available to work a full-time schedule, May 12 through to Sept 13, 2025, on a rotating schedule that includes one (1) Day OFF each week, working a MINIMUM of (6) six days per week, 7-hour shifts for the entire Summer Season.
- Experience working in Restaurant or Food Services.
- Must have a flexible personality by being willing to help wherever is needed, putting aside personal preferences.
- Must be characterized as welcoming and energetic with a powerful singing voice who can make anyone smile!
- This position requires a warm, outgoing personality, a sense of urgency, and a willingness to engage with customers (in-person & over the phone) and take directions with ease from co-workers.
- This is a hands-on & physically demanding position. You must be able to lift and carry a bus bin/case up to 15 lbs and perform our “Hands-On Tasks.”
- Rehearse daily, from May 12 through June 30, then weekly from July 1 through Aug 29.
The Experience YOU PROVIDE
- Attentively greet all guests upon arrival.
- Demonstrate working knowledge of all menu items, ingredients, and procedures for those guests with food allergies.
- Consistently address customer concerns and special requests in a professional and timely manner.
- Follow food and workplace safety practices to minimize risk to self and others.
- Contribute to a positive, cooperative work environment by assisting co-workers and helping the restaurant team with an “all in this together” approach.
- Must be able to stand for long periods, approximately 8 hours.
- Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 15 pounds.
- Must be able to bend, stretch, and reach for extended periods.
- Must attend related in-service training and staff meetings.
- A strong knowledge of music from Musical Theater, Pop Culture, and American Standards.
- A show-stopping performance!
- Your best self to The Music Man every day!
The Employee WE WANT
- Quality driven and pride in work
- Personable, friendly, and approachable
- Positive and professional
- Always with Integrity
- Self-motivated and reliable
- Ability to take direction and execute direction accurately and quickly
- Strength and mobility for all hands-on tasks
- Empathetic
The Experience YOU GET
- Improve your abilities as an entertainer. ()
- A fun and fulfilling job opportunity.
- The challenge of high-volume production at a popular dining and entertainment venue.
- A supportive teaching and learning environment.
- To be part of a team, work-family, and shore community.
- To work, perform and laugh with a great group of co-workers!
- To work by the beach! On the beach block!
- Free Parking
- A workplace you will enjoy while making new friendships and memories that will last a lifetime.
- Essential life skills, all in the name of ice cream!
EXPECTATION OF HANDS-ON TASKS
- Prep dining room - move tables and chairs, wipe clean all furniture, vacuum, sweep, mop.
- Prep for set tables - stack placemats/napkins, sort & roll utensils, fill water pitchers and popcorn baskets.
- Setting Tables
- Prep for kitchen tasks - restock, maintain adequate inventory levels - filled cut fruit, syrup bottles, warmed fudges, toppings, baked goods, cones, cups, lids, placemats.
- Take orders - listen, capture accurate customer order details with restaurant computer systems, back up handwritten orders, and process guest payment.
- Prepare Food - scooping ice cream, topping sundaes, baking, barista.
- Serve Food to tables/takeout in the correct dish with the correct accompaniments.
- Bus & Clean Tables - clear tables by filling bus pans with dirty dishes, removing dirty papers, and wiping clean all tabletops.
- Load/unload Dishwasher of dishware, glassware, baskets, utensils, kitchen tools, and parts. Return washed items to their proper location—Hand-wash large items.
- General Cleaning - wipe clean counters and empty trash bins in between turnovers. A thorough end-of-night cleaning includes wiping clean all kitchen counters, tables, and appliances, removing floor mats, spraying floor mats clean, sweeping, mopping all floors, and returning floor mats, vacuuming carpets and setting up for the next business day. Roll trash bins to the curb for pickup every day.
Submissions
Please submit a picture, performance resume, and a performance reel delivered via YouTube or Vimeo Link of two up-tempo Broadway-style pieces (no ballads, please). Send to: The Music Man c/o Casting 2305 1/2 Grand Central Ave. Lavallette, NJ 08735 or email to casting@themusicman.com.
ALSO, Please submit an online application
Audition Materials are accepted ongoing for replacement positions and upcoming seasons and events. We look forward to receiving your application!
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $22.06 - $28.61 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- After school
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- On call
- Weekends as needed
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus opportunities
- Tips
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $29