Director of Events and Dining
- Lead the strategic vision, planning, and execution of all events and dining programs, with accountability for performance, revenue generation, and brand alignment.
- Serve as the museum’s senior authority on event management and hospitality, setting high standards for event service, operational execution, and financial stewardship.
- Act as the senior relationship manager with the museum’s food and beverage partner, driving collaboration, performance monitoring, and strategic alignment.
- Represent Events and Dining leadership on cross-functional strategic committees and senior planning initiatives.
- Direct the lifecycle of all private and internal events, from inquiry to execution, ensuring seamless coordination across museum departments.
- Oversee and enforce space utilization priorities in alignment with institutional programming and mission-driven activities.
- Define and enforce standard operating procedures and decision-making frameworks related to event bookings, exceptions, and internal service levels.
- Ensure robust risk mitigation, safety compliance, and preservation of museum assets in all event and hospitality operations.
- Develop and manage the annual operating budget and marketing plan in coordination with Finance and external partners.
- Monitor revenue performance, expense controls, and profitability of all events and dining programs; lead regular financial reviews with CFO and Head of Operations.
- Collaborate with Finance to assess vendor reporting, ensuring accuracy and transparency in commissions, guarantees, and shared earnings.
- Deliver monthly executive reporting packages, including analysis, corrective actions, and forecasts.
- Lead and mentor cross-departmental project teams; establish clear performance standards and accountability systems for internal stakeholders and external partners.
- Champion a culture of excellence, inclusiveness, and proactive communication among operational teams supporting visitor-facing services.
- Serve as an institutional ambassador to external clients, donors, and dignitaries during high-profile museum events.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory, permitting, and food safety standards.
- Maintain clear and consistent documentation for contracts, agreements, and approvals related to events and dining operations.
- Bachelor’s degree required, advanced degree in Business, Hospitality Management, or related field preferred.
- Minimum 10 years of progressive leadership experience in hospitality, event management, or facility operations, preferably in a cultural or nonprofit setting.
- Demonstrated success in revenue generation, vendor management, and high-profile client engagement.
- Strong financial acumen, including budget development, contract negotiation, and performance analysis.
- Excellent judgment, professionalism, and ability to work across all levels of an organization.
- The salary for this position is $125,000.
- This position is Full-Time, Exempt, and 35 hours per week.
- This position reports to the Chief Financial Officer
- This position is required to be performed fully onsite at Philadelphia Museum of Art locations.
- Physical requirements:
- Able to remain stationary for extended periods of time, to utilize computers and other office equipment required of this job, to perform physically administrative duties in a typical interior office environment, gallery, or exhibit space, and to access most public and staff areas of the museum campus
- Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
- Upholds the professional standards of the field, always acts in a manner that is consistent with the best interests of the museum and protects and enhances its reputation and standing within the community of museums.
- Adheres to the museum’s code of ethics and Employee Handbook and avoids any real or perceived conflicts of interest.
- Shows respect for co-workers and visitors and an understanding of and appreciation for the diversity of the museum’s staff, volunteers, and audiences.
- Maintains confidentiality.
- Adheres to all museum protocols, procedures, rules, and policies.
- Discounted guest tickets for admission
- Discounts on gift memberships
- Special staff tours and presentations from our curatorial and conservation teams
- Discounts at the museum restaurant, museum cafés, and museum retail and online stores
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Fully paid short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, and life insurance
- Health savings or flexible spending account program
- Retirement savings program with museum match
- Paid vacation, personal days, sick days, and holidays
Recommended Jobs
Certified School Nurse (CSN)
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Certified School Nurse (CSN) to join a school district in the Slatington, PA area for a full-time, MondayFriday role starting in January. The CSN will sup…
Prestigious Medical Center
(Physician/MD qualifications required) *This upscale suburban community offers residents a family oriented, quality of life environment with easy accessibility to Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washingto…
Neurologist Pittsburgh PA
Neurologist Pittsburgh PA Urgently Hiring Part time We are seeking a compassionate Neurologist to join our medical practice part time in the Pittsburgh PA area. We value our patients and tru…
Daycare Teacher
Love working with kids? Looking for a role that feels meaningful, energizing, and truly enjoyable? You’ve found it! Jovie | Pittsburgh (formerly College Nannies and Sitters of Pittsburgh) is excite…
Marketing Coordinator
We are looking for an enthusiastic marketing coordinator to provide creative ideas to help achieve our goals. You will have administrative duties in developing and implementing marketing strategies. …
ChatGPT
Athletes Global Corporation is seeking a ChatGPT Instructor! Our participants will learn how to use ChatGPT to enhance their writing abilities and unleash their creativity, enabling them to craft c…
Quality Assurance Manager
About us Your Contribution Lead, coach, and motivate employees within respective area of responsibility, while providing direction to achieve department goals and objectives Assist in develo…
Business Improvement Manager (Logistics and Supply Chain)
: We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Business Improvement Manager to lead transformative initiatives in our logistics and supply chain operations. As a key player in our organization, …
Physical Therapy Assistant - PTA
Position: Physical Therapist Assistant Department: Home Health & Hospice Supervisor: Clinical Manager of Therapy Services Job Summary: The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) deli…
Underwriting Enablement & Operations Senior Analyst - Evernorth
If you’re looking to add value and make an impact, in a fast-paced environment, starting your career within the Underwriting & Analytics team at Evernorth will allow you to do all this and more. As p…