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The Metropolitan Opera

Performance Manager

New York, NY · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

Resolves guest, staff, and operational issues in an equitable, professional, and courteous manner as well as helps design and implement effective training programs for front-of-house guest service ...

The Metropolitan Opera

Performance Manager

New York, NY

$60K - $70K/yr

Resolves guest, staff, and operational issues in an equitable, professional, and courteous manner as well as helps design and implement effective training programs for front-of-house guest service ...

The Metropolitan Opera

Performance Manager

New York, NY · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

Resolves guest, staff, and operational issues in an equitable, professional, and courteous manner as well as helps design and implement effective training programs for front-of-house guest service ...

Exos

Performance Manager

New York, NY · On-site

$24.04 - $45/hr

Hire, train, and supervise a team of qualified fitness professionals, ensuring staff deliver high ... Manage the program budget, monitor expenses, and generate detailed reports on program performance ...

Exos

Performance Manager

New York, NY · On-site

$24.04 - $45/hr

Hire, train, and supervise a team of qualified fitness professionals, ensuring staff deliver high ... Manage the program budget, monitor expenses, and generate detailed reports on program performance ...

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What is a staff performance manager?

A Staff Performance Manager is a professional responsible for overseeing and improving employee performance within an organization. Their duties typically include setting performance standards, conducting evaluations, providing feedback, and developing strategies for employee growth. They work closely with both employees and management to ensure organizational goals are met through effective performance management systems. Additionally, they may design training programs and handle performance-related issues to foster a productive workplace.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a staff performance manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Staff Performance Manager, you should have expertise in HR management, performance evaluation, and organizational development, typically supported by a degree in human resources or business administration. Familiarity with HRIS systems, performance management software, and relevant certifications like SHRM-CP or PHR is highly beneficial. Strong communication, analytical thinking, and coaching abilities are essential soft skills to motivate teams and drive improvement. These skills and qualifications are crucial for fostering a high-performance culture, aligning staff goals with organizational objectives, and supporting employee growth.

How does a staff performance manager typically collaborate with department leaders to improve team outcomes?

A Staff Performance Manager works closely with department leaders to identify performance gaps, set measurable goals, and develop targeted improvement plans. They facilitate regular meetings to review progress, provide feedback, and offer coaching or training resources tailored to the team's needs. By fostering open communication and aligning performance objectives with organizational goals, they help ensure that each team is positioned for success. This collaboration often leads to more cohesive teams, higher productivity, and greater employee satisfaction.

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Performance Manager

The Metropolitan Opera

New York, NY • On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

The Performance Manager is responsible for front-of-house operations for open rehearsals, performances, and events at the Metropolitan Opera House. This role ensures a safe, welcoming, and high-quality guest experience while solving ticketing concerns, guest needs, and operational issues in real time. The Performance Manager supervises full-time, part-time, union, and non-union front-of-house staff and partners with House Management to maintain consistently high service standards across every event as well as coach and motivate team members to deliver excellent guest service.
Primary Responsibilities
  • Resolves guest, staff, and operational issues in an equitable, professional, and courteous manner as well as helps design and implement effective training programs for front-of-house guest service team members, including customer service, accessibility, emergency preparedness, and workplace safety.
  • Support the Met's commitment to guest care by reinforcing high service standards, providing timely coaching, and focusing staff on key service priorities for each performance.
  • Foster a positive, professional, inclusive, and service-oriented work environment for all guest service team members.
  • Ensure that all public spaces are clean, free of obstructions and ready for guests with the high standards of the Metropolitan Opera house.
  • Lead pre-show front-of-house briefings to ensure staff are informed about performance details, audience needs, accessibility considerations, special events, and operational updates.
  • Troubleshoot and document event-day incidents, including guest concerns, client needs, staff matters, safety issues, and operational challenges.
  • Address staff issues in real time when appropriate, escalate matters to management as needed, and follow up in a timely and effective manner.
  • Prepare nightly post-event Performance Reports and document incidents accurately, thoroughly, and on schedule.
  • Review and submit weekly front-of-house staff payrolls.
  • Maintain current knowledge of emergency evacuation procedures, accessibility practices, guest care standards, and event operations as they relate to patrons and staff.
  • Coordinate with NYPD, FDNY, Lincoln Center, and other partners during performance periods, as necessary.

Skills and Qualifications
  • Three to five years of experience in a cultural, entertainment, hospitality, or sports venue, with demonstrated success managing public-facing teams and varying audiences.
  • Demonstrated understanding of venue operations, guest safety practices, emergency procedures, and public-facing service standards.
  • Knowledge of ADA requirements and accessibility best practices as they relate to guest services preferred.
  • Comfort using mobile devices, digital ticketing tools, and guest service technology; ability to assist patrons with e-tickets and related digital access needs.
  • Experience managing union staff or familiarity with collective bargaining agreements preferred.
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and decision-making skills, with the ability to follow established reporting lines and escalate issues appropriately.
  • Familiarity or experience using digital scheduling platforms to manage the hospitality teams schedules
  • Ability to remain calm, professional, and effective under pressure.
  • F-03 and F-04 certifications required.
  • Preferred experience with Tessitura or a comparable ticketing/customer relationship management system, along with proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite.

Physical Demands
  • Must be able to stand for the majority of the shift.

  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, and split days off, in a high-volume world class live performance environment.

$60,000 - $70,000 a year
The Metropolitan Opera is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and existing employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, citizenship status, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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