Studio Monitor

Gather Pottery, a brand new community clay center located in Seattle’s Interbay neighborhood, is seeking a Studio Monitor to join our team. Our studio is located at 1465 Elliott Ave W, convenient to bus lines and bike trails, and free parking is available. It is a beautiful, 4200-square foot space with high ceilings and tons of natural light. We offer memberships as well as classes, in addition to some retail (clay, glazes, and tools). Subject to change, we are tentatively planning a soft open for a limited number of members on July 1, with 8-week class sessions for students beginning 8/20.

 As Studio Monitor, you will be responsible for various duties, including reception, ringing up purchases, and maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the studio. The ideal candidate will possess a positive and welcoming attitude, be reliable and punctual, and have a strong sense of responsibility. Previous experience with ceramics is a big plus, and benefits include studio access similar to that we offer to our members.

 Responsibilities:

• Greet and welcome studio visitors in a friendly and professional manner

• Provide excellent customer service, answering inquiries, assisting with purchases, and addressing customer needs and concerns

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the studio

• Assist in studio maintenance tasks, such as kiln loading and unloading, clay recycling, and glaze preparation

• Assist in setting up and preparing studio equipment and materials for classes and workshops

• Collaborate with other studio staff to ensure smooth operations and efficient customer service

• Assist with special events and workshops as needed

 Qualifications:

• Positive and welcoming attitude, creating a friendly and inclusive atmosphere for studio visitors and participants

• Strong sense of responsibility, reliability, and punctuality

• Excellent communication and customer service skills

• Knowledge or experience in ceramics or pottery is a plus

• Flexibility in work schedule, including evenings and weekends

• Physical ability to perform cleaning and maintenance tasks

The pay rate for this position is $20/hour. Benefits include paid sick leave in compliance with local law. For employees regularly working 8 or more hours per week, we offer studio access equivalent to that of members, which includes access to the studio whenever it is open, as well as glazes and firing.

 We support workplace diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class.