Duty Manager

Duty Manager

Dorking Halls Closing date: Wed, 21 Oct 2026

Artform: Theatre
Role: Customer Service
Contract: Permanent
South East

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 "> published -

Job Summary

Full Time Duty Manager required for Dorking Halls, a fun and vibrant theatre, cinema and cafe in Dorking. Looking for someone who has experience working with the public in a busy environment and managing a team, ideally in a theatre, cinema or music venue but we'll consider other related roles.

Job Description

What will my main responsibilities be?:

Supervise the work of casual Front of House staff during events as instructed by the Front of House Manager, ensuring that staff are fully briefed prior to events in line with relevant procedures.

Ensure proper procedures are followed regarding cash handling and the sale and control of stocks and undertake daily banking of cash.

Check work of cleaning contractor and ensure any issues are reported appropriately. When necessary, carry out additional cleaning duties personally and with the help of other staff to ensure standards of presentation are always maintained.

To act as Duty Manager, following set procedures, upholding the conditions of the Premises Licence and taking responsibility for the safety of customers and staff and the smooth running of all events in the building acting as a key holder for the building.

Ensure that all knowledge is up to date with an awareness of the latest Events/ Films and Offers in order to effectively promote events and facilities to customers at Dorking Halls.

Participate in staff training, including staff meetings, practice evacuations, etc.

To be responsible for the safe and effective running of Dorking Halls, ensuring you adhere to all relevant health & safety legislation, fire evacuation procedures and any other local procedures that may apply.

Job Requirements
Experience of working with the public in a busy environment
A willingness to work long and unsocial hours and a flexible approach to working hours and availability
An understanding of effective customer care
Willingness to undertake a First Aid training course

Job Requirements

Essential Experience and Knowledge:

Experience of working with the public in a busy environment
An understanding of effective customer care
The ability to demonstrate an understanding of basic health and safety legislation as it relates to a venue
Knowledge of the Licencing Act 2003.
Experience of handling and reconciling cash

Education and Qualifications:

Must be numerate and able to read and write fluently in English
The ability to demonstrate a good command of Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel
English Language and Maths GCSE grade C or equivalent

Skills:

The ability to remain calm in a crisis and make decisions in difficult situations
The ability to demonstrate initiative and work unsupervised
A commitment to good communication and team working
A commitment to high standards of customer care and presentation
Flexible approach to changing work characteristics
An organized and methodical approach to work and an ability to prioritise tasks

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Job Overview

  • Job Title: Duty Manager
  • Salary: £30k-£40k
  • Hours: Full time
  • Artform: Theatre
  • Role: Customer Service
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Wed, 21 Oct 2026
  • Location:
    South East
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Job: Duty Manager

Job: Duty Manager

Organisation: Dorking Halls

Postcode: RH41SG

How to Apply

Apply online.
Contact Alex Gilbert for more info or an informal chat about the role: [email protected]