Art Instructor | Muse Paintbar | White Plains

MUSE PAINTBAR•City of White Plains, NY

5d•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Muse Paintbar is a guided painting experience with 26 studios across the East Coast. They offer a unique blend of art, entertainment, and social interaction, where customers can enjoy a night out while creating their own paintings. The company emphasizes a fun, confidence-building environment, distinguishing itself from traditional galleries or classrooms. The Art Instructor is central to this experience, leading sessions, hosting the party, and ensuring a smooth flow of food and drinks.

Requirements

2+ years of hands-on painting experience, acrylics preferred.
Strong communication, punctuality, and a real service instinct.
Comfortable with the tech that runs a session, including mics, printers, sound systems, etc.
Reliable transportation and willingness to travel up to 20% weekly.
Flexible availability, weekends and evenings required.
Must be 21 or older.
Standing for long stretches.
Stepping onto and off of elevated surfaces frequently.
Frequent bending, reaching, moving, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
Moving through the studio quickly and safely, including tight spaces and raised surfaces like the stage.
Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with music and large groups.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in a related art field preferred.
Experience teaching or leading a group preferred.
Prior experience in a customer-facing role.
TIPS and ServSafe certification (we'll train and pay for these if you don't have them).

Responsibilities

Prep Muse signature paintings to guidelines and hang the approved master above the stage before each session.
Use provided templates to break the painting into steps a first-timer can follow.
Lead the session start to finish, keeping the room engaged and the clock on track.
Support painting sessions with step-by-step guidance, keeping the room engaged and on time.
Print attendee lists, assign group seating, and set up palettes before doors open.
Greet guests, get them to their seats, and hand out aprons.
Point guests to the menu and take care of food and drink needs at the bar and tableside.
Check in with painters throughout the session and take additional orders.
Help capture photos during the session for social media.
Break down and clean up after the session so the studio is ready for whatever's next.
When assigned as Cook, prep and plate food orders with attention to presentation and safety.
Work the kitchen checklist, keep the space clean, and stay on top of equipment and safety standards.
Share the load, cover where needed, and keep the guest experience the priority.