Job Title: Part Time Front of House Manager Department: Event Operations Reports To: Event Production Manager Location: WAMU Theater POSITION OVERVIEW The Part Time Front of House Manager is responsible for overseeing all WAMU Theater front-of-house operations on event days to ensure a safe, seamless and positive guest experience. This role serves as the primary liaison between departments, confirming readiness prior to opening, managing guest-facing operations during events and supporting post-event reporting and follow-up. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversee front-of-house operations on event days, including patron ingress/egress, ticket scanning, line queuing, merchandise, guest seating, ADA accommodations, VIP/hospitality spaces and overall facility presentation
Conduct pre-doors readiness checks with all departments (Guest Services, Security, Food & Beverage, Box Office, Housekeeping, etc.) to ensure staffing, coverage and operations meet standards
Lead line management and ingress flow to provide an efficient and welcoming arrival experience
Act as the front-of-house liaison for operational issues or emergencies, advising the Manager on Duty and supporting department leads in response efforts
Collaborate with department managers to align event staffing and provide day-of support to part-time event staff
Monitor and maintain the professional presentation and cleanliness of all front-of-house areas throughout the event
Ensure compliance with theater policies, safety requirements and emergency procedures
Partner with the Event Production Manager on event recaps and contribute to post-event reporting, including incidents, damages and areas for improvement
Represent the theater with professionalism and deliver excellent customer service across all guest-facing touchpoints
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or GED required
Must be 18 years of age or older
Prior experience in event management, theater operations, hospitality or customer service preferred
Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across departments
Proven ability to remain calm and professional when responding to operational issues or emergencies
Detail-oriented with a focus on maintaining high standards of guest experience and venue presentation
Comfortable giving direction to part-time staff and contracted labor in a professional manner
Familiarity with ADA requirements, emergency procedures and crowd management is a plus
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Primarily takes place in a live event theater environment, including front-of-house areas and backstage spaces
Must be able to stand or walk for extended periods and navigate stairs, ramps, and crowded areas
Able to lift or move items up to 25 lbs occasionally
Fast-paced, dynamic environment requiring focus, situational awareness and adaptability
Exposure to noise, stage lighting and other indoor event conditions may occur during some events
TIMEFRAME / SCHEDULE
This is a part time, event-day position
Work primarily occurs on evenings and weekends in alignment with the theater’s event schedule
Hours may vary depending on event setup, duration, and post-event duties, including pre-event readiness checks and post-event reporting
COMPENSATION The hourly rate for this position is: $29.50 The hourly range applies to the current posting. The posted hourly range may vary based on key factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related knowledge, experience and skill set. Company: FGI