The Inn at Middleton Place Description:

The 55-room Inn at Middleton Place was completed 35 years ago and quickly claimed the highest honor from the American Institute of Architects in 1987.  It sits picturesquely on the edge of a bluff overlooking the Ashley River adjacent to Middleton Place National Historic Landmark and guests have complimentary access to Middleton Place.   An exciting new chapter began two years ago when The Inn was gifted to Middleton Place Foundation and is currently in the final phase of an expansive renovation project.

The General Manager is responsible for maximizing the financial performance of the Inn by providing the highest possible quality guest service and encouraging a positive work environment for all employees. The General Manager is responsible for all day-to-day operations, providing impactful leadership, quality assurance, driving exceptional guest service,  and fiscal responsibility with a strong working knowledge of financial statements and internal controls. This is a wonderful opportunity to lead a dedicated and talented team of 40 employees in providing a unique guest experience, unlike any in the Southeast.

The General Manager is part of the Middleton Place Foundation Leadership team and collaborates across all departments to advance the mission of Middleton Place Foundation.  The General Manager also oversees the sales and operations of 21 East Battery Bed and Breakfast in Charleston South Carolina. The position reports directly to the CEO of the Middleton Place Foundation

General Manager Responsibilities Include:

• Responsible for the day-to-day Inn operations including overseeing guest services, housekeeping, food & beverage liaison, maintenance, landscaping, and sales. Work with department leaders to ensure the Inn standards are met daily across departments.
• Participate in recruiting, hiring, and the ongoing evaluation of staff.
• Work with the CEO and other leaders to develop the annual budget and business plan, setting quarterly financial and organizational goals
• Develop a strong knowledge of the local market and work with the marketing department to develop marketing strategies including social media.
• Collaborate with sales and revenue management proactively and regularly, actively participating in the sales process.
• Work with department leaders to ensure Inn standards are met daily for both the department leaders and their staff.
• Responsible for understanding, troubleshooting, and correcting issues in the PMS, POS, CSM Modules.
• Serve as a liaison and team leader with Middleton Place Foundation. Effectively communicates to Inn staff all things Middleton. With the assistance and support of the Call Center Manager, work to find resolutions to improve the guest experience.
• Be present in meetings, or kept up to date, on all vendor relations. Oversee the final phase of the property renovations.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• A passion for hospitality with operational knowledge of boutique hotels with at least 5 years of hospitality experience. Boutique hotel experience preferred.
• Strong technology and computer skills
• Strong knowledge of social media.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills.
• A “roll up your sleeve” management style with the ability to effectively handle problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying, and solving problems.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to encourage, manage and lead a team by example.

Job Type: Full Time

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands, and climb stairs. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity:

Middleton Place Foundation is an equal-opportunity employer. Middleton Place Foundation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations.

To apply:  Please email your resume and cover letter to Carol Page  [email protected]

Job Type: Full Time

To apply, email Carol Page at [email protected].

Provide care and maintenance of a variety of animals in the Stableyards at Middleton Place, National Historic Landmark

Key areas of responsibility

• General care and feeding of horses and other Stableyard animals
• Cross-train to assist in general barn maintenance
• Perform other duties as needed, including work with horses, water buffalo, sheep, hogs, and more.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Experience working in a stable or barn environment or with animals is a plus, but not required. We will train you.
• Strong work ethic
• Willingness to work as a team
• Stamina for working outside in changing weather conditions
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Terms of employment

• FULL/PART-time with flexible schedule (weekends required)
• Must have a valid SC driver’s license and reliable transportation

Job Type: Full Time

To apply, email Hannah Carter at [email protected].

JOB DESCRIPTION

As the Marketing and Communications Manager, you will be leading the branding efforts of the organization and providing marketing and communications support to all departments in the organization.  This position provides a platform for a professional who can cover a broad range of marketing and design activities that support the mission of the Middleton Place Foundation, including print, digital, social media, and public relations.  This role requires strong organizational skills, critical thinking, attention to detail, trouble shooting, flexibility, and creativity.

OVERALL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develops and implements an organization-wide marketing strategy, which includes strategically aligning digital technologies, social media, and traditional media.
• Maintains and coordinates the implementation of an annual marketing and communications calendar.
• Researches and develops marketing partnerships to explore new ideas and events that foster revenues and grows new audiences.
• Maintains close contact with media outlets and fulfills media requests. Solicits, arranges, and organizes media interviews (print, radio, and TV) for full spectrum events and programs.
• In collaboration with marketing team, updates, manages, and maintains website and social media accounts.
• Writes press releases, emails, website content, newsletters, and blog content.
• Maintains weekly staff newsletter and other internal communications.
• Collaborates with all departments to develop and market new opportunities to grow the brand and advance the mission of the organization.
• Ensures the integrity of the Middleton Place Foundation mission and brand is communicated across all platforms.
• Assists in recruiting and managing marketing interns.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Journalism or Related Field with at least 2-3 years of experience in marketing/communications.
• An understanding of marketing platforms both digital and traditional and how they connect to a brand’s overall presence.
• Ability to think creatively and strategically, meet deadlines and multi-task.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Lightroom, Adobe Acrobat)
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook)
• Basic understanding of Word Press, website CMS, SEO, image resizing, Canva, etc.

 The Marketing and Communications Manager is a full-time position, primarily M-F with some weekends and evenings required.  Annual salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Equal Opportunity:

Middleton Place Foundation is an equal-opportunity employer. Middleton Place Foundation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations.

To apply:  Please email your resume and cover letter to Carol Page  [email protected]

Job Type: Full Time

To apply, email Carol Page at [email protected].

An integral team member of the Middleton Place Foundation, the Manager of African American Historic Interpretation’s main responsibilities will be overseeing and implementing programs on the historical interpretation of a Low Country rice plantation and assisting the Director of Preservation and Interpretation with revising and strengthening the historic site’s current exhibits, programs and tours to better express and represent inclusive American history.  The manager will also work site-wide developing best practices and conducting training sessions on the interpretation of the difficult topic of slavery.

Position open immediately. To apply, please email a cover letter and resume as one document to Jeff Neale at [email protected]

Part-time. Monday – Friday, but may Require Some Weekend Hours From Time To Time 

Job Type: Part Time

To apply, .

Join the horticulture team at this National Historic Landmark assisting with general garden maintenance, caring for annuals and perennials, watering, weeding and planting. This full time position with benefits requires a dependable individual with 2 years of experience in the horticulture field. Valid South Carolina driver’s license and reliable transportation required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS of the Job (listed in order of importance):

• Detailing and maintaining Gardens
• Greenhouse and Nursery work

MARGINAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Soil conditioning, organic fertilization and amendment
• Weeding & mulching
• Light pest and disease control
• Managing watering and irrigation systems
• Planting & transplanting (Seasonally)
• Raking, spraying, fertilizing, watering and pruning
• Mixing soil
• Moving containers

Skills Required to Perform the Duties of the Job:

• Reliable and motivated
• Ability to come up with solutions and new ideas to contribute to Middleton Place
• Detail oriented, highly organized and responsible
• Ability to take direction well

Educational Requirements Needed to Perform the Duties of the Job:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Weight Lifting (or other physical) Requirements to Perform the Duties of the Job:

• Lift up to 50 pounds routinely
• Stand or bend for long periods of time

Licensing or Other Special Certifications Required:

• Valid Driver’s License

Job Type: Full Time

To apply, fax resume and cover letter to 843-766-4460 or email Sidney Frazier at [email protected].

Join the maintenance team at this historic landmark. Perform a variety of routine and semi-skilled tasks involving general maintenance, including: painting, electrical repairs, plumbing, roof repairs, and routine carpentry work.

This entry level, full-time position requires a dependable individual with two years or more of working in the field. Must have valid SC driver’s license and reliable transportation. Good benefits.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS of the Job (listed in order of importance):

• Assist in routine building/system repairs including plumbing, electrical, carpentry and painting
• Assist in road and drainage maintenance
• Maintain and secure Maintenance Department equipment and workshops, sheds, and materials

MARGINAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assist as needed with property-wide events
• Assist as needed with property-wide security

Skills Required to Perform the Duties of the Job:

• Proficient knowledge of all building trades and equipment maintenance
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks

Educational Requirements Needed to Perform the Duties of the Job:

• Technical training in Building/Equipment Trades or equivalent work experience
• High School Diploma

Weight Lifting (or other physical) Requirements to Perform the Duties of the Job:

• 50 pounds routinely
• Ability to move all extremities, stand for 2 or more hours, bend and stoop without pain or impairment.

Licensing or Other Special Certifications Required:

• Valid S.C. Driver’s license.

Job Type: Full Time

To apply, email Sidney Frazier at [email protected].