Job Openings
We are currently hiring for the following positions:
Book Store Attendant
Greeters
Signature Theatre Company, one of New York's leading Off-Broadway theatres, seeks a Book Store Attendant for Signature Center, the company’s new, permanent home to open on West 42nd Street. Book Store Attendant will report to the Audience Services Manager. This is part-time position and will be an integral part of introducing the culture of Signature Center to the Theatre’s subscribers and general audiences. The Book Store Attendant should be friendly and knowledgeable about Signature Theatre programming, our history and ultimately our books and merchandise.
This position requires a motivated self-starter with ideas and experience to bring to the table. The bookstore is open at noon each day and is open through performances. The bookstore is closed on Mondays.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Assisting customers in person with inquires and purchases
• Lifting and placing large fixtures and merchandise, some of which is heavy
• Inventory tracking and reordering
• communicating informational messages for visitors and customers
• Nightly reconciliation and deposits
• Will be expected to either open or close the retail space
• Accurately reports all completed retail tasks via the appropriate designated systems on the day the work is performed.
• Assisting with special projects as needed
Candidates should have experience in retail and possess exemplary customer service and communication skills. Computer literacy and knowledge of RPower POS system is a plus.
Please email cover letter and resume with two references to careers@signaturetheatre.org. E.O.E. No phone calls, please.
Signature Theatre Company, one of New York's leading Off-Broadway theatres, seeks Greeters for Signature Center, the company’s new, permanent home to open on West 42nd Street in early 2012. Greeters will report to the House Manager. This part time position will be an integral part of introducing the culture of Signature Center to the Theatre’s subscribers, general audiences and interested visitors. The Greeter will be primarily responsible for engaging guests as they arrive at the New Center and orienting our audiences with the new space. Greeters will watch over the safety of the public and assist House Managers in creating a comfortable environment for the public to enjoy Signature Center, its programming and amenities. He or she will work closely with the public, volunteer ushers, and box office personnel to ensure that guests at the center are aware when houses are open and the public who arrives in time for their programs are comfortably seated in the appropriate space at curtain.
This position requires a flexible schedule and includes nights, Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday matinees weekends and holidays.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Directing and monitoring lobby traffic
• Delivering instructions and information to the public in a clear and friendly way
• Communicating pre-performance informational messages for ticket holders
• Validating tickets and responsible for access control at one of three assigned seating venues
• Assisting in the maintenance of attendance records, verifying nightly ticket stub count
• Responsible for the set-up, storage and care of front of house equipment
• Working closely with House Manager to troubleshoot all ticket problems and ticket buyer complaints
• Assisting with special projects as needed
Candidates should have experience with or enthusiasm for dealing with the public and must possess exemplary customer service and communication skills. Experience with a performance venue or restaurant hosting a plus. Positive and energetic attitude required.
This is an entry level seasonal position without benefits. Please email cover letter and resume with references to careers@signaturetheatre.org. Please include “Greeter” in the subject line. E.O.E. No phone calls, please.