Overview

Established with the mission of providing access without barriers, Kaufman Music Center proudly programs a comprehensive musical experience for students, performers and audiences in New York and beyond. Merkin Hall, the Center’s intimate performance venue, provides unparalleled access to today’s most compelling artists, workshops, and competitions, offering students, artists and audiences alike the chance to share music at the highest level. Its acclaimed Artist-in-Residence program also gives those performers the resources to develop groundbreaking, multidisciplinary projects as well as educational opportunities to mentor and inspire. Kaufman Music Center continuously cultivates and nurtures new generations of artists through Special Music School, New York’s only K-12 public school prioritizing an intensive, immersive, and musically-focused education without financial barriers, as well as Lucy Moses School, Manhattan’s largest community performing arts school for students of all ages. 

Kaufman Music Center is looking for part-time Assistant House Managers to join the Front of House team at the renowned venue Merkin Hall at Kaufman Music Center.  Various shifts available:  mornings, matinees and evenings. Weekend availability preferred. 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

·        Supervising ushers and coordinating them to fulfill all front of house duties.

·        Providing strong leadership for the Front of House team

·        Providing courteous service to our patrons and clients.

·        Directing and/or escorting patrons to their seats.

·        Enforcing house rules and late seating policy.

·        Assisting with safety procedures.

·        Completing a House Manager Report at the close of event.

·        Completing a Pre/Post Reception report for each event with a reception.

Requirements:

·        Exceptional customer service, leadership, communication and people skills.

·        Good problem-solving skills.

·        Ability to work under pressure and work independently.

·        Prior experience in a concert hall/theater.

·        NYC Certification for Fireguard (F-03) required for house managers.

·        Ability to work a varied schedule including weekends. Availability for morning, matinees,

and evenings preferred.