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Employer: Gaiety Theatre
Closing Date: 12 Jan 2024 @ 5:00 pm
Location: Dublin
Type: Paid Job

Full Time

Job Title: FOH Supervisor
Department: FOH & Retail
Direct Reports: FOH Casual Assistants
Reports To: Duty Manager
Job Purpose

The Gaiety Theatre is looking to add to the Front of House team, and recruit Front of House Supervisors, who will be responsible for the running of all aspects of each floor of the venue, reporting into the Duty Manager. The successful candidate will motivate, lead and supervise a team of staff, in providing exceptional customer experience in all aspects of the FOH areas.

The Key Job Purpose will be:

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย  To foster and adapt a strong, friendly customer-centred environment, building on the high customer service standards already in place.

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย  To ensure that the building is operated safely and comfortably for both staff and customers.

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย  To facilitate staff in their role and to support management in running the venue.

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย  To ensure clear and concise communication throughout the building.

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย  To maximise sales potential and supervise all retail outlets.

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย  To deal with customer queries and find ways to enhance the customer experience

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย  To report any H&S or maintenance issues immediately.

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย  To supervise and ensure cash handling procedures are followed.

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย  Allocating stock and managing stock levels and reporting issues back to the Duty Manager.

Knowledge/experience/skills needed

Essential

Positive โ€œcan-doโ€ attitude
Good numeracy skills
Interpersonal skills โ€“ e.g. influencing/motivational/team player
Exceptional communication skills
Ability to delegate to staff
Good radio etiquette
A team player, able to motivate.
An interest in theatre/ entertainment
Work well under pressure
Work to deadlines
Problem solving
Cash handling experience
Customer is Kingโ€ approach

Ability to work shifts

Willingness to work unsociable days/hours

Desirable

Previous experience of supervising a team
EPOS skills
First Aid TrainedInterest in theatre
An innovative approach to sales

Principal Accountabilities

ยทย  Capability to supervise bar, kiosk ushers and public areas and the ability to run the retail units effectively.

ยทย  To offer our patrons the highest standards of customer service, while remaining alert and attentive to them at all times.

ยทย  To maintain a positive outlook to work at all times.

ยทย  To be immaculate in personal presentation and hygiene whilst on duty, following the Gaiety Theatre`s dress code at all times.

ยทย  To work effectively as a team leader and to offer colleagues any support necessary. Manage staff duties for the shift, as directed by the Duty Manager.

ยทย  To ensure the cleanliness and tidiness of the FOH working areas.

ยทย  To deputise for other front of house areas as required, assisting staff and managers.

ยทย  To help move stock and property around the building as required, adhering to โ€˜Manual Handlingโ€™ guidelines for the building.

ยทย  Responsible for stock and security of stock.

ยทย  To train and induct new members of the team.

ยทย  To adapt your approach to work, depending on the show and the patrons that it brings.

ยทย  To take all required steps to maximise Front of House Income.

ยทย  To know and understand the companyโ€™s health and safety policy and to implement this policy at all times.

ยทย  To undertake front of house duties, to include cash handling and fire evacuation.

ยทย  To report any maintenance or H&S matters brought to your attention to management immediately.

ยทย  Ensure mobile sellers are actively selling and have plenty of stock to sell.

ยทย  To ensure that employees are aware of the cash-handling procedures and that they adhere to it.

ยทย  Handle customer relations issues calmly, efficiently and professionally at all times, reporting back information to Manager.

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย  To undertake any other reasonable duties as directed by the Duty Manager

To apply:

Please apply with CV and cover letter to: recruitment@gaietytheatre.com

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