Duty Manager
Dorking Halls Closing date: Wed, 21 Oct 2026
- Full time
- £30k-£40k
- Apply now
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Job Summary
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
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Location:
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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]
- Contact name: Alex Gilbert
- Contact email: [email protected]
About Dorking Halls
A vibrant multi-purpose theatre based in the heart of Dorking. A beautiful art deco building with an 800 seater theatre and two smaller venues used for theatre and cinema, plus a cafe/bar and rooms to hire. Houses comedy, music, plays, pantomimes, event screenings and the latest blockbusters.