General Manager

Museum of Illusions

$80K — $90K *
Hospitality & Recreation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2+ years in business administration, operations, or management roles preferred.
  • Experience in a leadership role is essential.
  • Strong leadership and team management abilities.
  • Background in budgeting and P&L responsibility required.
  • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills necessary.
  • Ability to forge long-term partnerships with community stakeholders.
  • Hospitality or entertainment industry experience is a plus.
  • Enthusiastic, proactive, organized, and accountable with a can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

  • Lead a team of approximately 15 people, hiring and training as necessary.
  • Manage the daily operations of the museum, ensuring smooth workflows and high efficiency.
  • Oversee all business functions to drive revenue and profitability.
  • Implement marketing and sales initiatives as directed by the sales and marketing teams.
  • Act as the museum's spokesperson, building partnerships with community organizations and businesses.
  • Ensure compliance with regulations and company policies at the museum.
  • Maintain high standards for product quality, services, and customer experience.
  • Collaborate with other Museums of Illusions to share best practices and improve visitor engagement.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance.
  • Flexible Spending and Commuter Benefit Accounts.
  • 401k Retirement Plan with immediate company match.
  • 20 days paid vacation annually.
  • Bonus opportunity available!
Full Job Description
What You Will Do

  • Willingness to perform the most effective role.


  • Lead the museum team (~15 people). Hire and train as needed. Establish and nurture a high-performance culture within the museum team.


  • Support the success of Museum of Illusions: managing all business functions, ensuring stable operations and contributing to revenue growth and profitability.


  • Execute marketing and sales events under the direction of the sales and marketing teams.


  • Act as Museum of Illusions' spokesperson to the community and media, forging relationships with local organizations, educational institutions, and business clients.


  • Supervise the day-to-day operation of the museum in line with Museum of Illusions company policies and procedures, ensuring smooth workflow, and optimizing processes for maximum efficiency.


  • Maintain a high standard of product, services, and customer experience, ensuring visitor satisfaction and engagement.


  • Collaborate with other Museums of Illusions to share best practices and develop new customer experience concepts.


  • Ensure the museum operates in compliance with all relevant regulations and laws.


  • Keep stakeholders informed about the company's performance through regular reports.


  • Regularly attend local community events, business meetings, and networking events to promote Museum of Illusions.


  • Act as a brand ambassador for Museum of Illusions in all interactions, effectively communicating the museum's mission, values and unique offerings.


What We Are Looking For

  • 2+ years of experience in business administration, operations, or management roles highly desired.


  • Experience in a leadership role required.


  • Ability to lead a team.


  • Experience in budgeting and P&L responsibility.


  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.


  • Ability to cultivate long term relationships with partners and the community.


  • Experience in hospitality and/or entertainment industry is preferred.


  • Enthusiastic with a go-getter/can-do attitude.


  • Proactive, organized, accountable, trustworthy.


  • Schedule requires weekend and holiday work.


Physical Requirements/Demands

  • Must be able to use hands and fingers to type on a keyboard, use a laptop and other office equipment.


  • Must be able to ascend/descend flights of stairs.


  • Must be able to bend, stoop, kneel, crawl, crouch, and squat.


  • Must be able to properly express oneself, exchange information, communicate and converse with diverse cultures, races, and sexes.


  • Must be able to lift 25 lbs.


  • Must be able to work both indoors and outdoors.


  • Must be able to use sight to detect, determine, perceive, observe, inspect, and assess situations.


Salary, Perks and Benefits
  • Salary range $80,000-$90,000
  • Bonus Opportunity!
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending and Commuter Benefit Accounts!
  • 401k Retirement Plan with immediate company match!
  • 20 days paid vacation annually!

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