Seasonal Concessions Manager

Who We Are:

Founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteers, The Trustees of Reservations (The Trustees) is Massachusetts’ premier conservation and preservation organization. The Trustees’ preserves, for public use and enjoyment, properties of exceptional scenic, historic, and ecological value in Massachusetts. Our properties are open to all, and we thrive by involving as many people as possible in all that we do. We aim to protect special places for future generations to enjoy in perpetuity, and have helped protect more than 50,000 acres, including 27,000+ acres on more than 120 reservations that are open to the public. As a non-profit conservation organization, we are funded and supported entirely by our visitors, supporters, volunteers, and our 100,000 Member households. We encourage you to learn more about The Trustees on our website, www.thetrustees.org. 

Salary/Hourly Rate: $22/hour

Hours per week: 20 - 30 

Job Classification: Seasonal 

Job Type: Onsite 

Location: Long Hill, Beverly, MA 

What You’ll Do:

Over the past three years, Halloween on the Hill has become an extremely popular family friendly event bringing significant awareness and visitation to Long Hil. Nearly 2,000 carved pumpkins are displayed creatively in throughout the trail and the large-scale sets are an audience draw. A similar event takes place at Naumkeag in Stockbridge. The event brings over 25,000 visitors to Long Hill throughout October. 

Halfway through the trail, our concessions tent offers refreshments including cider, cider doughnuts, popcorn, candy, etc. The concessions manager has a key role as they manage a team of three Signature Event Assistants each night to set up for the event, ensure smooth operations throughout the event, and close at the end of the night. The concessions manager is also the primary cashier and reconciles sales at the end of the evening. The Halloween on the Hill schedule is as follows:  

• Week 1: Thursday October 1 - Sunday, October 4  
• Week 2: Thursday, October 8 - Sunday October 11  
• Week 3: Wednesday, October 14 - Sunday, October 18  
• Week 4: Wednesday, October 21 - Sunday, October 25  
• Week 5: Tuesday, October 27 - Friday, October 30  

The Concessions Manager should be available most nights although some shifts can be covered if necessary.  

The role would begin a week prior to the start of the event for training, organizing and set up and can go through mid-November to assist with breakdown. This role reports to the Visitor Services and Retail Manager and the Property Director. 

• Work in concert with the Visitor Services and Retail Manager communicating frequently about concessions needs so there are ample offerings  

• Train Event Associates during the run of show to set tone in concessions for smooth operations  

• Handle money, operate the Point of Sale System (POS) and reconcile the drawer at the end of each evening  

• Clean up each night including bringing trash to the dumpster  

• Communicate with Managers on Duty regularly each night as needed 

This is a seasonal, non-exempt position reporting directly to the Property Director.  

What You’ll Need:

• 3-5 years of related experience  

• 1-3 years of supervision experience
• Excellent “people skills” to lead, inspire, motivate, and work cooperatively and harmoniously with fellow employees, volunteers, members, and the public.  

• Excellent organization and task management skills.  

• Retail and customer service experience required  

• Experience managing a team  

• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team member.  

• Proven ability to complete assigned tasks and projects, meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks  

• Strong commitment to the mission of The Trustees of Reservations.  

• Ability to work nights and weekends is required. 

• Other duties as assigned. 

• Current authorization to work in the United States – a candidate must have such authorization by his or her first day of employment. 

• A valid driver’s license, as well as a satisfactory driving record as outlined in The Trustees’ driving policy. [if needed] 

• The ability to work in all weather conditions  

• Lift up to 50 pounds  

• Push and pull heavy objects  

• Climb ladder 

• A satisfactory criminal background (CORI) check. 

Don’t quite have all the skills and experience listed above? We still want to hear from you! Research shows that historically marginalized groups are less likely to apply if they do not meet every single requirement. We are committed to building a diverse team and encourage you to apply even if you are missing some of the skills and experience above.  

Questions? Contact our People team at people@thetrustees.org