We are currently seeking Front Desk Assistants and Cleaning Assistants to join our House of Eights team! As part of our Work Study program, these assistants will report to the Studio Coordinator and contribute to creating a warm, inviting, and tidy atmosphere for all guests. They will also support the studio's day-to-day operations along with our Front Desk Associates. Our Work Study Assistants are crucial in leaving a positive first impression on clients and ensuring the seamless functioning of our studio. If you are an organized, amiable individual with relevant customer service experience, we eagerly welcome you to join us!

OUR MISSION

We are a community dance space with the mission to empower all we serve through dance education, community engagement, and artist development. We strive to create a safe and supportive space where people from all walks of life feel celebrated and equipped to achieve their goals through dance. 

What a Typical Day Looks Like for a Front Desk Associate Shift

• Welcome visitors and check-in clients upon entry

• Give tours and introduction to the studio to newcomers

• Accept and process customer payments 

• Perform open and closing responsibilities (depending on shift time)

• Ensure classes and rentals are running on time

• Respond to questions and inquiries in a friendly and professional manner

• Maintain the tidiness and cleanliness of the studio

• Assist the content and front desk team in filming class videos and other promotional content as needed

• Other duties as assigned 

What a Typical Day Looks Like for a Cleaning Assistant Shift

• Early bird or night owl? Pick between late night or early morning cleaning shifts.

• Cleaning the mirrors, the lobby and all high-touch surfaces

• Tidying cubbies and dusting

• Maintaining studio cleanliness, including sweeping and mopping floors
  

• Taking out the garbage and recycling.

• Turning off lights and locking the studio at the end of the cleaning shift.

What We’re Looking For 

• Alignment with House of Eights’ Mission

• Previous customer service experience in a fast-paced environment is an asset

• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

• Excellent attention to detail and is adaptable to change

• Knowledge and interest in the dance community 

What You Need To Know

• This is a work-study position meaning compensation is in the form of drop-in classes at House of Eights.

• All Front Desk and Cleaning Assistant Work Study members report to the Studio Coordinator for general duties

• This position requires a minimum availability of 1 day per week. Front Desk Assistant Shifts are typically 4 hours long, and Cleaning Assistant Shifts are typically 2 hours long. Occasionally, some shifts may combine both roles (i.e. 2 hours of FSA and 2 hours of Cleaning).