Employment & Internship Opportunities
Thank you for your interest in career opportunities at the Cincinnati Art Museum. The museum continually seeks to hire friendly, dynamic, and talented individuals from racially and culturally diverse backgrounds to join our team. We greatly value expertise and skills gained at the museum and encourage professional development and career growth.
Due to the high volume of responses to our employment listings, we regret that we cannot contact every job applicant. If a strong potential match is found, the Human Resources Department will contact you to request further information or schedule an interview.
Current Job Openings
The Cincinnati Art Museum has immediate opening for a part-time Utility (BOH) employee in the Terrace Café and museum kitchen. This position will be scheduled 15-25 hours per week. Evening and weekend availability is required.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Utility (BOH) employee will assist the kitchen team in various capacities. Utility duties will consist of assisting the Chef, line cooks, Events & Hospitality Manager, Café Manager, and other kitchen team members with their daily tasks. A successful candidate will play a key role in contributing to our daily customer satisfaction goals.
The Utility (BOH) employee will properly clean and sanitize all dishes, glassware, utensils, and pans; be responsible for maintaining the dish room and dish machine. Assists in cleaning other areas of the café as requested. Prepare food to the café specifications and to set up stations for menu, assist with cooking as needed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES
General responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Proper operation of dish machines to company and manufacturer specifications.
- Washes and restocks all dishes, glassware, utensils, pots, and pans.
- Segregates and removes trash and garbage and places it in designated containers.
- Breaks down, cleans, and sanitizes the dish machine at the end of a shift in compliance with ServSafe and other safety standards.
- Transfers supplies and equipment between storage and work areas.
- Assists in event setup as needed.
- Set up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies.
- Answer, report, and follow executive chef or line cooks’ instructions.
- Clean up station and take care of leftover food.
- Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers.
- Ability to speak and hear.
- Close and distance vision
- Frequently walking with some standing at times, possibly extended distances; ability to bend and climb stairs when necessary.
- Frequently lift/carry up to 25 lbs.
- Ability to reach with hands and arms in any direction and kneel and stoop repeatedly.
- Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
- High school graduate or equivalent vocational training certificate required. A flexible schedule and the ability to work evenings and weekends is required.
- A degree in or working toward a degree in culinary arts, hospitality, or restaurant management from an accredited culinary school is highly desired. Previous work in food service is a plus.
BENEFITS & COMP
- Hourly Pay Rate: $15.75
- Employee Assistance Program
- Family-level museum membership
- Discounts in museum gift shop and café
- Professional development opportunities
TO APPLY
Apply for Utility (BOH) – PT using the link below:
Position open until filled. No phone calls please.
The Cincinnati Art Museum is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where a variety of backgrounds, cultures, orientations, ideas, and talents can flourish.
The Cincinnati Art Museum has immediate opening for a full-time Line Cook/Utility (back of house) employee in the Terrace Café and museum kitchen. This position will be scheduled 40 hours per week. Evening and weekend availability is required.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Line Cook/Utility (BOH) employee will assist the kitchen team in various capacities. Utility duties will consist of assisting the head chef, line cooks, Events & Hospitality Manager, Café Supervisor, and other kitchen team members with their daily tasks. A successful candidate will play a key role in contributing to our daily customer satisfaction goals.
The Line Cook/Utility (BOH) employee will properly clean and sanitize all dishes, glassware, utensils, and pans; be responsible for maintaining the dish room and dish machine. Assists in cleaning other areas of the café as requested. Prepare food to the café specifications and to set up stations for menu.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES
General responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Proper operation of dish machines to company and manufacturer specifications.
- Washes and restocks all dishes, glassware, utensils, pots, and pans.
- Segregates and removes trash and garbage and places it in designated containers.
- Breaks down, cleans, and sanitizes the dish machine at the end of a shift in compliance with ServSafe and other safety standards.
- Transfers supplies and equipment between storage and work areas.
- Assists in event setup as needed.
- Set up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies
- Answer, report and follow executive chef or line cooks’ instructions
- Clean up station and take care of leftover food
- Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers
- Ability to speak and hear
- Close and distance vision
- Frequently walking with some standing at times, possibly extended distances; ability to bend and climb stairs when necessary
- Frequently lift/carry up to 25 lbs.
- Ability to reach with hands and arms in any direction and kneel and stoop repeatedly
- Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
High school graduate or equivalent vocational training certificate required. A flexible schedule and the ability to work evenings and weekends is required.
A degree in or working toward a degree in culinary arts, hospitality, or restaurant management from an accredited culinary school is highly desired. Previous work in food service is a plus.
BENEFITS & COMP
- Hourly pay rate: $17.10
- Medical, dental, vision life insurance, 401k retirement planning with company match
- Robust paid time off (PTO) and 9 paid holidays
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Dependent care leave benefit
- Employee Assistance Program
- Family-level museum membership
- Discounts in museum gift shop and café
- Professional development opportunities
TO APPLY
Apply for Line Cook/Utility (BOH) using the link below:
Position open until filled. No phone calls please.
The Cincinnati Art Museum is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where a variety of backgrounds, cultures, orientations, ideas, and talents can flourish.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Cincinnati Art Museum has openings for part-time Terrace Café Servers in the Museum’s café. The Terrace Café is open Tuesday through Sunday 11am-3pm, with extended hours on Thursday until 7:30pm.
The Café Server provides exceptional experiences to our guests. Café Server responsibilities include ensuring our tables are clean and tidy when guests arrive, presenting menus, and serving food and beverages. Café Servers are expected to assist guests in a timely fashion and with a positive attitude.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to the Café Manager, duties include, but are not limited to:
- Prepare cafe tables with special attention to sanitation and order.
- Attend to customers upon entrance.
- Present menus and help customers select food and beverages.
- Take and serve orders.
- Answer questions or make recommendations for complementary products.
- Collaborate with other servers and kitchen staff.
- Assist and handle guest issues with professionalism.
- Issue bills and accept payment.
- Answer phone calls and make reservations.
- Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Proven customer service and restaurant server experience.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Cash handling and point of sale experience. Experience with Toast a plus.
- Attention to cleanliness and safety.
- Effective interpersonal skills, ability to work with groups of diverse backgrounds.
- Candidate must be dependable, organized, and be able to meet the physical demands of the position.
BENEFITS & COMP
- Hourly pay rate: $5.25 + tips
- Employee Assistance Program
- Family-level museum membership
- Discounts in museum gift shop and café
- Professional development opportunities
TO APPLY
Apply for Terrace Cafe Server using the link below:
Position open until filled. No phone calls please.
The Cincinnati Art Museum is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where a variety of backgrounds, cultures, orientations, ideas, and talents can flourish.
Fellowship and Internship Opportunities
INTERNSHIP POSITION SUMMARY
The School-Based Learning Intern will make important contributions to our educational programs and outreach. The intern will delve into the world of museum education by leading, organizing, planning, and facilitating art-making lessons and workshops. The intern will lead teachers and pre-service students through enriching programs while also offering resources. The intern will play an active role in designing educational programs while also incorporating their own artistic interest.
This position is a 12-week temporary position lasting from February to April. The intern will work anywhere from 15-20 hours per week, which will include some weeknight evening hours.
ESSENTIAL INTERNSHIP FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting directly to the Associate Director of School-Based Learning, duties include, but are not limited to:
- Lead programs, projects and art-making
- Prepare materials for projects and workshops
- Collaborate with team members to develop lesson plans and worksheets in areas of interest
- Provide overall support to programming
- Develop market strategies by taking photographs and creating promotional materials
- Attend departmental meetings
- Other duties as assigned
INTERNSHIP MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Upper-level undergraduate or new graduate in art education, education, museum studies, or a related field
- Teaching experience at any age level
- Experience creating lesson plans, worksheets, and handouts
- Public speaking, administrative and marketing experience a plus
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to collaborate with diverse groups of people
- Some being on feet required during programming
Pay rate: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour
TO APPLY
Apply for the School-Based Learning Internship using the link below. Please submit a cover letter detailing your experience and areas of interest.
Position open until filled. No phone calls please.
The Cincinnati Art Museum is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where a variety of backgrounds, cultures, orientations, ideas, and talents can flourish.
INTERNSHIP POSITION SUMMARY
The Cincinnati Art Museum has an opening for a part-time Donor Programs & Events Intern in the spring of 2025. This paid internship will be in the spring of 2025 for 12 weeks February through May and scheduled 15-20 hours per week. The candidate must have evening and weekend availability.
The Donor Programs & Events Intern will play a crucial role in supporting and executing our events seamlessly and ensuring that every detail aligns with the Art Museum’s mission and goals. The intern will support the museum’s philanthropy department by assisting with donor programs, events, and related administrative tasks. This internship will provide an opportunity for the postholder to gain hands-on experience in non-profit fundraising, events planning, and donor relations.
ESSENTIAL INTERNSHIP FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Working under the overall direction of the Associate Director of Donor Programs & Events, duties include, but are not limited to the following:
- Assist in planning and organizing donor events, including galas, receptions, and museum member-exclusive events
- Support event details, logistics, setup, catering arrangements, and guest registration.
- Coordinate with various vendors and volunteers to ensure smooth execution of events.
- Assist in collection and processing of attendee feedback for future events.
- Update and maintain donor databases, track RSVPs, and manage guest lists.
- Assist with donor relations and general administrative needs and department support as they arise.
- Other duties as assigned.
INTERNSHIP REQUIREMENTS
- Upper-level undergraduate student or new graduate with a degree in events planning, hospitality, arts administration, or in a related program or field of study.
- Previous experience in planning and managing event logistics, budgets, and strategy preferred.
- Must be a team player with strong communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to collaborate with various and diverse groups of people.
- Candidate must be willing to work a flexible schedule. Evening and weekend availability is required.
- Strong ability to multi-task efficiently, with a proactive approach to learning and problem-solving.
- Knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Pay Rate: $12.00 - $15.00 hourly
TO APPLY
Apply for the Donor Programs & Events Internship using the link below.
Position open until filled. No phone calls please.
The Cincinnati Art Museum is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where a variety of backgrounds, cultures, orientations, ideas, and talents can flourish.
Educational credit may be available for internships, check with school(s) for requirements.
The Cincinnati Art Museum is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where a variety of backgrounds, cultures, orientations, ideas, and talents can flourish. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status or other category protected under applicable law.
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The Cincinnati Art Museum is supported by the generosity of tens of thousands of contributors to the ArtsWave Community Campaign, the region's primary source for arts funding.
Free general admission to the Cincinnati Art Museum is made possible by a gift from the Rosenthal Family Foundation. Exhibition pricing may vary. Parking at the Cincinnati Art Museum is free.
Generous support for our extended Thursday hours is provided by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program.
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