General Manager of the 1842

Ohio Wesleyan University, a selective, private, undergraduate liberal arts, residential institution founded in 1842 and located just 20 miles north of Columbus, is seeking candidates for the position of General Manager of The 1842 . The 1842 is a private entertainment venue owned by Ohio Wesleyan University for students that provides a fun, lively environment to enjoy food, alcoholic beverages, indoor and outdoor games, and social interaction. 1842’s facilities include an indoor game hall with 4 duckpin bowling lanes, 2 electronic dart boards, two pinball machines, and a pool table; a bar serving beer, wine, seltzers, and soft drinks; a food operation serving a limited menu of pub-style foods; an indoor lounge with a small performance stage; an integrated video/sound system throughout the facility; and outdoor amenities including two patios, a small basketball court, and a sand volleyball court.

About the candidate:

Experience planning and running evening and weekend programming. The candidate will be expected to work evenings and weekends when the facility is open and operational. The candidate should have experience managing/supervising staff, creating work schedules, and creating and marketing events. Knowledge / experience in hospitality services, especially within the food and beverage industry and managing front of house operations, is preferred.

J ob Summary:

The General Manager will have responsibility for managing operations of OWU’s newest student social hub embedded in the residential area of campus. The GM will ensure the venue provides an exciting opportunity for students to socialize and make memories through planning events, developing operating procedures, conducting marketing efforts, supervising a team of student employees, and ensuring the facility is well-maintained. Dining/beverage services and housekeeping services will be managed and supervised by other third-party companies, but the GM will maintain a close relationship with those colleagues and supervisors, and with other OWU employees who assist with such key services as facility repair and maintenance, technology, programming efforts, accounting and budget management, and more. This is a 12-month position reporting directly to the Dean of Student Services within the Division of Student Engagement and Success.

Responsibilities and duties :

• Ensure the 1842 venue provides an exciting and safe opportunity for students to socialize and create memories.
• Establish and uphold essential operating policies and procedures that include facility usage, staffing, and safety needs.
• Establish and uphold facility and equipment inspection and repair methods to ensure the venue remains in optimal condition and repairs are handled expeditiously.
• Hire, train, and evaluate student employees working in the facility who do not report to contracted service providers (food/beverage and housekeeping).
• Oversee efforts to provide an array of events and programs in the venue that are of interest to students, in partnership with the Student Involvement Office, Residential Life, Intramurals staff, and other relevant departments or organizations.
• Conduct marketing efforts to promote usage of the venue among students.
• Manage and monitor financial operations of the venue in partnership with the university’s food service provider and with OWU’s Business Office.
• Coordinate with OWU’s Facilities to address facility maintenance, repair, and improvement needs.
• Coordinate with OWU’s Information Services Office to address technology needs, including internet access and technology systems support.
• Coordinate with OWU’s Public Safety Office to address safety needs, including door access and camera systems, security procedures, and incidents of concern.

Factors contributing success:

Minimum Qualifications:

In addition to the qualifications listed in “About the Candidate”, the successful candidate will have the following:

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, or a combination of advanced learning and relevant work experience, is required.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral formats.
• Ability to partner effectively with others to accomplish goals and objectives.
• Experience supervising employees and teams.
• Knowledge of best practices in hospitality operations, ideally within the food/beverage industry.
• Knowledge of sound financial practices for retail operations.
• Ability to think creatively and entrepreneurially in advancing the goals of the venue.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2-3 years of experience in hospitality services, student activities, or student life/affairs.

Completed application packets will include:

1) Cover l etter with salary requirements.

2) Resume .

3) References will be requested for top candidates.

4) Application review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

NOTE:

• Employment sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States

WHAT WE OFFER:

Ohio Wesleyan University offers a rewarding place to work! To discover why this should be your next work home, visit our website . Learn more about our benefits at Discover our Benefits . As an equal opportunity institution, OWU has a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism. We do not discriminate on any basis including: race, religion, color, culture, national origin, sex and/or sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, economic barriers, or any other legally protected factor.