Seattle Repertory Theatre: Floor Staff – Jobs + Internships + More

Seattle Repertory Theatre is committed to producing the highest quality programming and we believe that our ability to contribute to excellence in the arts depends on building a community whose members come from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and life experiences.

We are part of a growing movement in theatre to ensure inclusion of those who have been excluded historically; focusing particularly on racial and ethnic groups, LGBTQ people, people with disabilities and women, ensuring they are at the decision making table, reflected in our programming, and represented on our staff.

Position Title: Theatre Floor Staff

Department: Front of House

Supervisor: Audience Services Director

Classification: Seasonal Part-Time

Work Week: Various shifts, Nights & Weekends, Tues – Sunday, Seasonal

Pay Rate: $15.00/hour

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POSITION SUMMARY

The primary functions of the Theatre Floor Staff are to positively contribute to the patron experience. They do this through set-up and selling concessions at our shows. There are three positions each night: Bartender, Coffee and Coat Check. Each function has their own duties, but as a team we set-up and break down each night. Shift times are 5:45 PM for evening shows / 12:15 PM for matinees, and are generally between 3-4 hours in length.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, depending on assignment:

Coat Check

Check coats and parcels for patrons, re-distribute after show
Hand out Assisted listening devices and collect after show
Brew and Clean-up Self-Serve Coffee table
Ring in coats and coffee sales into register

Bartender

Set-up bar before show
Make drinks and take pre-orders for intermission
Reconcile bank and profit nightly, including credit card sales
Clean up bar after intermission
Close down and lock bar nightly
MAST Permit required, must be 21

Coffee Stand

Set-up Coffee Stand before show
Wrap and prep baked goods, set-up display of candy, coffee and other goods to sell
Make coffee drinks for patrons
Reconcile bank and profit nightly, including credit card sales
Wash dishes and clean-up nightly
WA State Food Handler’s Card required

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Ability to work a flexible schedule, evening and weekend hours REQUIRED
High School diploma or GED;
WA State Food handler’s Card/ MAST Permit;
Minimum one year experience in customer service, preferably in an arts environment;
Demonstrated ability to appropriately manage cash and inventory;
A genuine interest in theatre and in working with the public;
Strong diplomacy, interpersonal and teamwork skills;
Ability to perform physical labor, heavy lifting up to 50lbs;
This job is physically demanding which requires you to be comfortable on your feet, standing or walking for up to 5 hours. Required ability to move furniture and program boxes.
Computer (Microsoft Office and database) literacy and accuracy;
Working with iPads and Square;
Ability to clearly communicate, both verbally and in written form;
Experience in successfully meeting deadlines under pressure with grace and humor;
Uniform Dress