Stifel Theatre

Manager, Guest Experience - Front of House (Stifel Theatre)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Employee Discounts
flexible scheduling

Job Description

Our Common Purpose: Enterprise Center, Stifel Theatre, and the St. Louis Blues are dedicated to creating a culture that fosters a genuine connection with the community, our guests, and one another through a passionate commitment to world-class hospitality.

Stifel Theatre, a prominent live entertainment venue, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Front of House Manager to join its Guest Experience leadership team. This full-time role is essential in managing and overseeing front-of-house operations, ensuring that every event runs smoothly while delivering exceptional service that embodies the high standards of Stifel Theatre. The Front of House Manager plays a crucial le... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 3 years leadership experience in entertainment or hospitality
  • Proven ability managing large, diverse teams
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Experience in event operations and guest services
  • Ability to handle conflict and guest complaints effectively
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Willingness to work flexible hours including nights and weekends
  • Physical ability to stand and walk for long periods
  • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
  • CPR or First Aid certification preferred
  • Commitment to safety and compliance protocols

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, business, or related field
  • 3+ years of relevant leadership experience in live entertainment venue, hospitality, or related field
  • Demonstrated success in leading, motivating, and managing large part-time teams
  • Strong interpersonal skills with ability to engage and build relationships
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Skilled in conflict resolution, problem-solving, and guest recovery
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in high-volume environment
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Experience with ticketing, scheduling, and incident management software preferred
  • Ability to work flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays
  • Ability to stand/walk extended periods and lift up to 25 lbs
  • CPR, First Aid, or crowd management certifications preferred or willingness to obtain

Job Duties

  • Recruit, interview, hire, and train guest experience team members
  • Event staff leadership and development
  • Develop schedules and event assignments for guest experience event staff
  • Lead pre-event briefings to communicate event details, service expectations, and safety protocols
  • Provide ongoing coaching, recognition, and corrective action
  • Foster a positive, inclusive, and team-oriented work culture
  • Oversee all front-of-house operations and crowd management for events
  • Serve as primary point of contact for guest questions, concerns, and escalations
  • Coordinate with promoters, production managers, and event managers
  • Partner with building operations, safety and security departments
  • Manage and coordinate premier and loge box parking operations
  • Serve as MOD or assist with events at Enterprise Center
  • Enforce guest and staff safety protocols
  • Monitor and maintain equipment inventory
  • Respond to and manage incidents, emergencies or escalations
  • Track staffing hours and prepare accurate estimates
  • Produce detailed post-event reports
  • Maintain guest experience team member standards
  • Coordinate with other departments on building activities
  • Perform other duties as assigned by leadership

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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