Be a Manager at 3HO Solstice

Serve, Lead, Inspire

Seva requires love, intelligence, courage, tolerance, and giving; and that is what love is all about, and that is seva, selfless service. It gives you friendship forever. It extends you. Yogi Bhajan
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Be a Manager at 3HO Solstice and step into a leadership role rooted in seva, responsibility, and conscious service. Managers stand at the heart of the Solstice experience. They guide teams, support daily operations, and help hold the container that allows the entire community to thrive.

Solstice exists because people show up to serve. Managers make that service cohesive, coordinated, and sustainable. Whether you return as a seasoned leader or step into management for the first time, your willingness to lead through service makes a profound difference.

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What It Means to Be a Manager at 3HO Solstice

When you become a Manager at 3HO Solstice, you take responsibility for one of the essential service areas that keep the gathering running smoothly. Managers oversee Service Exchange participants, coordinate daily tasks, and communicate closely with other Managers and the production team.

This role requires clarity, commitment, and steady presence. Managers help their teams stay organized, motivated, and connected to the larger purpose of Solstice. Through this leadership, service becomes aligned, and the community feels supported.

Leadership Rooted in Seva

The Manager role reflects the yogic principle of karma yoga—selfless action performed with awareness. Managers lead by example. They serve first, communicate clearly, and hold a neutral, grounded posture even during busy or challenging moments.

At the same time, Managers help create a culture of care. They listen to their teams, support individual needs when possible, and guide service in a way that honors both the task and the person performing it.

Manager Benefits and Recognition

In recognition of their leadership and commitment, Managers and Manager Assistants receive deeply discounted registration rates. These rates acknowledge the time, energy, and responsibility required to serve in leadership roles.

Managers receive a full event pass and early site access, along with the opportunity to participate behind the scenes in daily operations and decision-making. Manager Assistants receive mentorship, leadership experience, and pathways into future Manager roles. Children of Managers and Service Exchange participants also qualify for reduced rates, supporting families within the Solstice community.

Managers may also coordinate Bazaar participation when their role includes full-time oversight and accountability.

Commitment and Responsibility

To be a Manager at 3HO Solstice means making a clear commitment to service. Managers typically serve five to six hours per day, although leadership roles often require additional flexibility. Responsibilities extend beyond daily tasks and include preparation before the event and coordination throughout the year.

Managers help recruit Service Exchange members, define service needs, and support their teams through daily meetings, meditation, and check-ins. They stay organized, communicate proactively, and remain available when challenges arise.

This commitment ensures consistency, safety, and flow across the entire gathering.

Available Manager Roles Across Solstice

Managers serve in a wide range of departments that support every layer of Solstice life.

• Administrative Managers coordinate logistics and communication across teams.
• Audio-Visual and Sound Managers steward the sacred sound current from morning practice through evening programs.
• Health and safety leadership includes First Aid, medical support, lifeguarding, and Security, all of which require calm presence and strong coordination.
• Gatekeepers and Registration Managers shape first impressions and support smooth arrivals.
• Green & Clean leadership ensures environmental responsibility and sustainability across the site.

• Sacred spaces receive dedicated leadership through Gurdwara and Morning Sadhana Managers, who help uphold devotional practices with reverence and care.
• Hospitality and Karma Yoga leadership support emotional well-being and conscious service placement throughout the community.

Kitchen and Nourishment Leadership

Kitchen Managers and Assistant Managers oversee one of the most vital aspects of Solstice: nourishment. These roles include leadership for breakfast, lunch, dinner, children’s food, specialty offerings, tea and golden milk, sprouts, and food service logistics.

The Kitchen General Manager coordinates teams, schedules, cleanliness, and food safety while working closely with cooks and production leadership. Other kitchen leadership roles focus on preparation, service, cleanup, and specialized offerings that support the physical and energetic needs of participants.

Programming, Music, and Creative Flow

Programming Managers help maintain the rhythm of Solstice by supporting teachers, musicians, and scheduled offerings. These leaders coordinate class flow, stage readiness, announcements, and space setup. Musician Managers support sound for classes, devotional spaces, and evening programs.

Media leadership contributes by documenting Solstice through photography and film, helping extend the experience beyond the event while preserving its integrity and intention.

Supporting Families and the Next Generation

Managers also serve within Children’s and Youth Programs, which offer full yogic curricula designed to nurture and inspire young participants. Leadership in these areas supports daily programming, caregiving teams, and safe, joyful environments for children and teens.

Parents participate in service within these areas and help model shared responsibility across generations. This involvement strengthens community bonds and reinforces Solstice as a multigenerational experience.

Who Should Apply

Those who feel called to be a Manager at 3HO Solstice often bring prior Solstice experience, strong communication skills, and a genuine desire to serve. However, the most important qualification is a willingness to lead with humility, reliability, and care for the whole.

Manager positions are limited and filled on a rolling basis. Early applications help ensure thoughtful placement and preparation.

If you feel ready to serve, lead, and inspire through seva, this path welcomes you.