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Front of House Supervisor, Nicolson Square Venues

  •  Scotland
  •  Under £10K
  •  Part time
  •  Closes July 4, 2025
  •  Kath Lowe
  •  info@nsvenues.com
  • #Performing arts

Description

Job Summary

Nicolson Square Venues are looking for a Front of House Supervisor to work various shifts for World Strides Productions in early August as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025. There are 5 productions taking place in our largest space, The Great Hall. The role of Front of House Supervisor is t

Job Description

Dates: Thursday 31 July to Wednesday 6 August (with availability for various day, evening & weekend shifts)

Pay rate: £12.82 per hour

Hours: Shifts will be approximately 4.5-6.5 hours. Performances will run from Friday 1 August to Wednesday 6 August. You must be available for the whole performance run and be able to attend the training day on Thursday 31 July.

Front of House Supervisors will be required to provide their own black top and dark trousers/skirt. Additional uniform/costume maybe provided. Shoes or trainers should be smart with covered toes and heels suitable for walking.

Location: 25 Nicolson Square, Edinburgh, EH8 9BX

Application details and deadline:
Please email a CV and covering letter to mailto:[email protected] - [email protected] by 5pm on Friday 4 July

Interviews:
Short listed applicants will be interviewed either in-person or via Teams in the week commencing 7 July

Location: Edinburgh

Job Requirements

Skills & Capabilities


Essential
- Leadership skills
- Supervisory experience
- Good communication skills
- Being welcoming and engaging
- A confident and positive approach
- Being proactive
- Experience of working with the public
- Ability to 'think on your feet' and think ahead to resolve any issues or problems that arise

Job Responsibilities

Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Duty management
- Audience management
- To liaise with Stage Management/Technical staff in regard to show info, trigger warnings, clearance & latecomer policies
- To hold pre-show briefings for the stewards, ensuring they are fully informed about running times, latecomers' policy, clearance procedures & evacuation procedures
- To ensure the public areas, foyer, auditorium and toilets are presentable and welcoming before and after all performances; and adhere to health and safety legislation
- To be welcoming and provide excellent customer care to all visitors
- To ensure the safe evacuation members of the public and staff in the event of an emergency
- To assist all lift access customers during their visit to the venue
- To confidently supervise all Front of House staff on a day-to-day basis including training as required, managing breaks effectively and keeping staff motivated

How to Apply

For further information, please contact [email protected] (Kath Lowe), or call 07808401451, or visit https://www.nsvenues.com/

The deadline is Friday 4 July 2025 at 17:00.

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