House Manager
FLYNN CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, LTD.
Part-time/Variable/Hourly
$17 per hour
To apply, send a cover letter and resume to HResources@flynnvt.org.
Basic Function
The house manager (HM) is responsible for managing the operation of the front of house area before, during, and after the show. The HM will ensure exemplary customer service is being provided by the front of house team and ensure the safety and well-being of all guests. This part-time position requires flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
Characteristic Duties & Responsibilities
- Manages night-of-show staff that interacts with the guests including volunteer ushers, security, concessions, and merchandizing
- Provides leadership in emergency situations, including fire alarms and evacuations
- Communicate with back-of-house on performance timelines including starting the performance, ending intermission, etc.
- Work with box office staff to resolve guest ticketing issues
- Ensure front of house is clean, stocked, and inviting for the guests at all times
- Problem solve any guest issues that arise and ensure that all guests have a wonderful experience
- Complete and send out an HM Report at the end of each event
- Meet with Assistant General Manager, Rental Manager, and other staff regarding specific requirements for each event
Supervision Exercised
The HM manages front-of-house staff including volunteer ushers, concessions staff, security, and merchandizing staff.
Supervision Received
The HM receives direct supervision from the Assistant General Manager. HM may work with other department heads or show personnel on specific shows.
Qualifications
- Practical knowledge of theater environment and previous experience in commercial or non-profit arts desired
- Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and is proactive in managing large gatherings of people
- Apply excellent customer service which ensures Flynn guests have a positive experience
- Strong communication skills to coordinate with a large team and also speak individually with guests
- Ability to remain calm and make quick decisions in stressful situations
- Be welcoming to the Flynn’s diverse range of individuals and groups
- Able to remain energetic, visible, on your feet and active for hours. May including lifting up to 50 lbs.
- HM is required to be Department of Liquor Control trained (Flynn can provide)
- Able and willing to work non-traditional hours at a variety of events and performances
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This general outline illustrates the type of work that characterizes the Job Classification. It is not an all-encompassing statement of the specific duties, responsibilities and qualifications of individual positions assigned to the classification.