Front Of House and Events Operations Manager

Front Of House and Events Operations Manager

The Stoller Hall & Chetham s

Chetham s is a unique cultural institution and charity in the heart of Manchester combining music, education, and heritage. We are home to three extraordinary places Chetham s School of Music, Chetham s Library, and The Stoller Hall and we are united by one clear vision which is to bring people together.

Our main 482 seat venue is modern, and purpose built. Our whole team pride themselves in the variety of events delivered. Our excellent team, artists, clients and audience experience what we facilitate.

The Job:

• We are looking for someone with excellent people skills to manage our front of house experience and staff, taking general operational responsibility for events, including staffing as well as oversight of risk assessments and venue health and safety.
• You will be a vital part of the busy team that plans and delivers events across the site, and you will contribute positively to the strategic and financial planning, and to the delivery of our busy and growing programme of activity across all our venues.
• We are looking for a minimum 21 hours a week commitment (preferably 28 hours a week), with the option to work additional hours on top.

In Return:

• You will be paid £17,244 £18,173 FTE for 21 hours per week (£28,741 £30,289 actual salary per annum)
• Work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends
• Have access to free catered lunches during term time, and free tickets to selected concerts
• Free onsite parking when working on events

Application deadline: 9am on Monday 28th October 2024

Interviews: TBC

Chetham s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Reg. Charity No: (phone number removed)