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Theater House Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $16.96
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Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Part time schedule

Job Description

The Michael A. Guido Theater is a well-established cultural venue known for hosting a variety of performing arts events including plays, concerts, and community gatherings. This theater plays a vital role in the local arts scene by providing a welcoming and safe environment for audiences to enjoy high-quality performances. With a commitment to professionalism and patron satisfaction, the Michael A. Guido Theater offers a dynamic workplace that thrives on teamwork, attention to detail, and a passion for the arts. Operating primarily during evenings and weekends, the theater ensures a vibrant schedule filled with varied events that attract diverse groups of... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Must be available to work evenings and weekends
  • Must submit to a criminal history check and drug screen

Job Qualifications

  • Two years of professional experience as usher or house manager preferred
  • Experience dealing with a wide variety of people in a multitude of situations in a polite, yet direct, fashion
  • Must be available to work evenings and weekends
  • Must submit to a criminal history check and drug screen

Job Duties

  • Unlocks doors and turns on lobby lights prior to performances and performs pre-show safety check using established checklist
  • Checks public areas, restrooms, lobbies, theater, foyer and front of building and addresses appearance and/or safety problems
  • Supervises and trains volunteer ushers on emergency situations, seating, holds and Special Assistance seating
  • Explains emergency procedures and exit patterns to volunteer ushers prior to each performance
  • Coordinates between patrons and box office to resolve seating problems
  • Assists late-arriving guests and guests returning to their seats during the performance using a flashlight and observing hold policies
  • Remains in lobby or theater throughout the performance and posts in prominent location during intermission and following performances to handle patron inquiries
  • Coordinates resumption of the performance following intermission with the Stage Manager
  • Upon completion of performance, ensures house is checked for litter and personal belongings and returns found items to the box office
  • Turns off lights in public areas and locks front doors of building once patrons have cleared the building
  • Explain patron services and policies
  • Oversees preparation and distribution of programs
  • Completes accident report forms for any and all incidents occurring while on duty
  • Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance as scheduled
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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