The Lake George Area in the Southern Adirondack of Upstate New York is the ideal place to work, stay, and play! With beautful landscapes and employers looking to hire, you'll find a bustling destination that is adventurous, fun and prosperous. Spend the summer or stay year-round in the Lake George Area.
Many employers are offering great incentives, such as retention bonuses, on-site housing, free meals, product discounts and more!
Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled part-time Executive Director (25-30 hours per week) to coordinate and lead a number of initiatives, raise funds, manage event and program logistics and continue our stewardship and collaborative advocacy outreach with multiple local, community and state leaders.
Reporting to our Executive Board of Directors, the Executive Director oversees strategic activities and programs, operational tasks and projects, which includes occasional after-hours networking and representation at special events.
Fundraising, event planning and marketing and educational expertise is essential. Established relationships with local community groups, county leaders, state representatives are a plus.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
· 5+ years’ experience in senior management or leadership roles, with non-profit work experience
· Strong public relations, marketing, fundraising, grant writing and donor cultivation and relations expertise
· Proven success working with a board of directors and community leaders
· Excellent public speaker with workshop or educational program experience (delivering talks to varied age groups and
interests)
· Collaborative, enthusiastic team player with a record of successfully being the public face of an organization
· Event planning and execution expertise
· Availability for occasional evening and weekend work
SKILLS
· Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
· Experience in organizational planning, managing budgets, and special event logistics
· Exceptional verbal, written and visual communication skills via Canva or Adobe
· Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher) + WordPress, MailChimp, Social media expertise
Job / Transportation Requirements:
- Must have own transportation and be able to travel to local events
- Able to lift 20-35 pounds
- Able to set up event materials
- Work at FCA office weekly
- Other duties as required
Employment Incentives
* Flexible work schedule, with partially remote hours
* 2 weeks Paid Vacation
* Bonus Opportunities
Starting Compensation: $25- $30 per hour paid on a W-2, depending on required skills and experience.
Interested candidates should send a letter of interest and resume no later than 10/25/24 to: Info@FeederCanal.org
Job Description
Are you passionate about events and ready to take your career to the next level? Join our team as a Full-Time Events Assistant! We’re seeking someone with 1-3 years of experience who thrives in a dynamic environment and is excited about contributing to memorable experiences for our customers.
Why Adirondack Winery?
Growth Opportunity: Our fast-growing winery, complete with a brand-new tasting room and winemaking headquarters, is in expansion mode. You’ll have room to learn, develop, and advance.
Variety of Events: From state-wide wine festivals off-site to intimate gatherings at our tasting room, you’ll be involved in diverse events.
Collaborative Environment: Work closely with our Sales Manager and Event Coordinator to execute successful offsite and onsite public and private events.
Made-in-NY Pride: Showcase our local products and contribute to our brand’s success.
Offsite Events:
Organize our presence at offsite events, including communication with event planners, paperwork completion, reporting, research, coordination of wine and supplies, scheduling, and training offsite events staff.
Lead our presence at most off-site events while coordinating, training, and preparing additional event staff for other off-site events throughout the year.
Event types include Wine Festivals, fairs, charitable tasting events, liquor store tastings, trade shows, and more.
Tasting Room Events / Private Events:
Execute open-to-the-public or ticketed private events (wine dinners, wine club events, crafting and wine pairing classes, onsite entertainment, etc.).
Responsibilities include set up/clean up, check-in/out process, public speaking, assisting customers, and meeting sales expectations.
Execute private functions such as bridal and baby showers, reunions, birthday and anniversary parties, corporate meetings, etc.
Includes set up/clean up, assisting customers, and food preparation.
Personnel Coordination:
Train, motivate, and hold a team of event staff accountable for achieving event and sales goals, excellent customer service, and product knowledge.
Ensure staff follow company policies and procedures.
Operations Objectives:
Maintain a safe and healthy work environment, ensuring ongoing safety and cleanliness.
Execute events in accordance with company guidelines, including accurate inventory procedures, visuals, cleanliness, signage, safety, opening and closing procedures, money handling, and tracking event expenditures.
Technology and Travel:
Develop a complete knowledge of Wine Direct POS, Square, and the TOCK reservation system.
Utilize company software, computers, and technology effectively.
Travel to offsite event locations (primarily within a 2-hour drive, with occasional longer trips) using your own vehicle (travel expenses covered).
Requirements:
1-3 years of event planning or coordination experience.
Confidence in Public Speaking preferred.
Curiosity to learn about and enjoy Adirondack Winery wine.
Physical stamina to lift multiple cases of wine (approx. 35 lbs) for loading and unloading.
Reliable transportation to get to and from work
Work Schedule:
This is a full-time, year-round position. Schedule will vary widely, depending on the current events schedule. Opportunities for overtime pay will occur as well. Almost all events occur on Saturday and Sunday, with some events on Friday and Thursday evenings. When not working an event, you will spend time in our office preparing for events. Availability during holiday weekends and very important events is required.
Join us and be part of our exciting journey! Your passion and dedication will make a difference.
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Experience:
Event planning: 1 year (Preferred)
Employment Incentives
This position pays $20.00 per hour, plus tips when working on-site events; plus sales incentives while working off-site sales events. Additional monetary and wine incentives are rewarded for great customer service and Wine Club sign-ups.
Job Description
The Fort William Henry Hotel and Conference Center is looking for a Full-time/ or part-time year-round dishwasher.
$16.50 - 17.50 per hour based on experience
The dishwasher is responsible for cleaning all dishware for our banquets and restaurants. Dishwashers will also help cooks prep for service.
Employment Incentives
Flexible Scheduling – In most cases, we can work our schedules to fit your schedule!
• Matching 401K
• Paid Sick Leave
• Hotel Discounts
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• 50% off Meals during working hours
Job Description
The primary responsibilities of the Food Counter Clerk is customer service, food handling activities and work area maintenance according to FWH standards.
Welcomes customers, following established FWH procedures, explains menu choices using effective marketing techniques
Takes orders and relays orders to kitchen staff
Cashes out customers accurately and promptly
Serves orders, following established FWH procedures
Keep work area clean
Keep waste sheet to rotate food items to avoid waste
Starting wage is $15.50 per hour plus shared tips.
Employment Incentives
Flexible Scheduling – In most cases, we can work our schedules to fit your schedule!
• Matching 401K
• Paid Sick Leave
• Hotel Discounts
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• 50% off Meals during working hours