Casual Front of House Assistant

Casual Front of House Assistant

Full-Time 13.05 - 13.05 £ / hour (est.) No working from home possible
Darlington Borough Council

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Join our Front of House team, serving customers and ensuring a great experience at the theatre.
  • Company: Darlington Hippodrome, a vibrant venue for arts and entertainment.
  • Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hours, and a fun work environment.
  • Other info: Casual role with evening and weekend shifts; must be over 18 to serve alcohol.
  • Why this job: Perfect for theatre lovers wanting to engage with audiences and enhance their customer service skills.
  • Qualifications: Customer service experience and a passion for the arts are preferred.

The predicted salary is between 13.05 - 13.05 £ per hour.

An exciting opportunity to join our Front of House team at Darlington Hippodrome as a Front of House Assistant. The role is a casual contract with working hours mainly evenings and weekends, due to these being the key operational hours of our venue.

Applicants must have a flexible approach to working arrangements, provide good, varied availability to work to the needs of the business. The successful candidates will ideally have experience in customer service, enjoy working in a customer facing role and a love for the Theatre and Arts.

The role works across our cafes, our busy bars and front of house scanning tickets; working in the auditorium selling programmes and ice cream at the interval, also observing the audience to ensure our customers' comfort and safety.

We are looking for individuals who can deliver service with a smile, ensure customers receive first class service, have a good product knowledge, comfortable using an electronic point of sale and ensure all our audiences feel welcomed and valued.

Candidates must be over 18 as there is a requirement to serve alcohol to customers.

We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applicants from all sections of the community. We aim to interview any applicant who declares a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job.

Casual Front of House Assistant employer: Darlington Borough Council

Darlington Borough Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises community engagement and safety in the Tees Valley. Employees benefit from generous annual leave, a robust pension scheme, and opportunities for professional development, making it a rewarding place to build a meaningful career in public service.

Darlington Borough Council

Contact Details:

Darlington Borough Council Recruitment Team

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