You May Also Like
Front of House Manager - Touring |
Description:Job SummaryWe are looking for an enthusiast new Front of House Manager to come with us on the road with our new production in 2026. This is a full-time, freelance touring role, with a UK and Ireland tour schedule. Responsibilities: Main: -Overseeing the running of the public facing areas, ensuring the safe and smooth operation of the front of house during showtimes -Working with the Stage Manager and Tour Manager to ensure the caf has suitable staffing and that volunteers have reasonable training in the area they are helping with -Ensuring the entrance gate is reasonably staffed and helping to sell any walk-up tickets -Supporting the Tour Manager in the running of the day-to-day box office, using our ticket system, Spektrix -To be the first point of contact outside of the tent during showtimes, to be able a solid and reliable voice of reason when needed -To manage the sourcing and stocking of the items we sell in our caf and merchandise areas, constantly looking ahead to guarantee suitable items and correct stock levels -Working with the Assistant Producer to manage the POS systems and daily cashing up and recording of incomes Other: -To attend regular crew meetings, bringing with you any jobs and updates in relation to the front of house areas -Social media support through contributing relevant content to the bank, as run by the Marketing department in Cardiff -Fully participate in work necessary to build/strike the tent and site at the beginning and end of each stand -The desire and willingness to muck in and do what needs to be done to keep the show on the road. -Be a team player capable of taking both instructions and initiative and supporting those around you -Any other duties as required Role overview This is a freelance touring fixed-term position. Dates: Tour 1 April - 25 September 2026 Salary: £600 per week Other: Travel to be covered when in relation to the role Meals provided, 1 or 2 a day dependent on schedule Bunk wagon room can be provided if no live-in vehicle is available to you Requirements:Personal SpecificationEssential: • A genuine interest/passion for touring circus and the lifestyle that comes with that • A clean full driving licence • Computer literate and comfortable using and learning to use a variety of software packages • Ability to prioritise and efficiently self-manage own workload • Ability to work calmly under pressure • Strong numeracy and literacy skills • Strong experience in bar/hospitality/front of house and a desire to enrich the audiences’ visit to the show • Valid Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate or willingness to undertake this course • Confident in managing a group of people • A strong and clear communicator • Valid passport and the right to work in the UK Desirable: • Have experience of working with a touring theatre or contemporary circus company • Access to your own vehicle and additional driving qualifications e.g. HGV • Experience in using ticketing or POS systems such as Spektrix and Loyverse • A Personal License holder, SIA License holder • Fully understanding all up to date health and safety • Ability to communicate effectively in more than one language (in particular, French or Welsh as well as English) • First aid accredited To apply Please send a CV and covering letter with the subject title 'Front of House Manager application' to [email protected] by 22nd February 2026.
Application Deadline:
Feb. 22, 2026 11:50 am
Job Start Date:
Apr. 01, 2026
Job/Audition Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Technical/Show Support
Payment status:
Paid
Pay Scale:
From 600 to 600 GBP/week
|
StageLync Job Board: The place where you can find and post onstage and backstage performing arts jobs and auditions for performing arts professionals around the world. - StageLyncPro is the leading performing arts professional platform.
