Busy Brushes Manager - Long-Term, Part-Time
Job Title: Manager - Pottery Painting Studio
Company Overview:
Busy Brushes is a small, independent pottery painting studio where people of all ages can come to relax and express their creativity.
Position Details:
Availability: Must be available weekends and some flexible weekday shifts
Hours: 15 - 25 hours/week depending on season
Compensation: $20 - 22/hour (based on experience) + tips + studio discounts
Location: Peterborough, ON (in-person only)
Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate is friendly, dependable, and eager to grow with a small, creative business. They bring strong customer service skills, a proactive attitude, and are comfortable stepping into leadership.
This role begins with hands-on training across all studio tasks; from glazing and firing to hosting workshops and managing bookings, with the goal of gradually taking on more responsibility.
We're looking for someone who sees themselves here long-term, growing into a key part of the studio’s future. Bonus if you’ve worked with ceramics, Canva/social media, or booking systems, but not required.
Key Responsibilities:
Customer Experience:
- Greet and assist guests of all ages through the pottery painting process
- Create a friendly, inclusive, and relaxed atmosphere
- Handle payments, bookings, and customer questions
- Run birthday parties and special events
Studio Operations:
- Set up and clean up painting stations
- Glaze pottery and load/unload kiln (training provided)
- Maintain inventory and studio organization
- Open and close the studio independently
Leadership & Growth:
- Help create and maintain operational systems (cleaning, scheduling, supply tracking, etc.)
- Learn back-end aspects of running the studio
- Take on increasing leadership over time, with growth into a management role within the next year
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $20.00-$22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Work Location: In person
