Job Details

Contributing to the department’s operational efficiency and delivering the highest levels of customer service, the successful candidate will have the proven ability to ensure the effective and profitable delivery of an appropriate Bar and Kitchen service that supports and compliments Sherman Theatre objectives both during and outside of performance times and in line with audience development objectives.

• Working with the Head of Operations, to develop Sherman Theatre’s Bar and Kitchen Service, ensuring a high level of customer experience and the profitable and legally compliant operation of facilities, complying with environmental health and trading standards requirements across the company at all times.
• Develop and maintain a level and style of Bar and Kitchen service that is integral to and supportive of Sherman Theatre’s core operations, values, programme and services. With a hands on approach, you will ensure the successful operation of the Bar and Kitchen and that the service meets the requirements of each of the different types of activities of Sherman Theatre.
• Working with the Head of Operations and Producing and Programming Manager to drive income generation through conferences, building hires and events planning.
• Be fully accountable for all Bar and Kitchen stock; ordering, receiving and reporting.
• Recruit, manage, train and rota Bar and Kitchen staff.
• Work closely with the Head of Operations with all licence, Health and Safety and fire evacuation procedures.

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We particularly welcome applicants from diverse ethnic communities, Deaf, deaf and disabled communities who are currently underrepresented within our team. Our building is accessible both Front of House and backstage.

If you require further information before you apply, please contact us by email on: recruitment@shermantheatre.co.uk.

• Two or more years in a management or supervisor role within the catering and bars industry.
• Demonstrable experience of working within agreed budgets and of cash handling, stock management and reconciliation systems.
• Demonstrable evidence of the effective leadership, management and motivation of teams.
• Experience of implementing effective health and safety procedures.
• Experience of managing events.
• Knowledge and understanding of the audience and their needs and expectations.
• Excellent listening, influencing and verbal communication skills.

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Disclaimer: We will be interviewing for this role as suitable applications are received and may close this role before the closing date upon a successful candidate being appointed.