House Manager

  • Part Time
  • Chicago
  • January 26, 2026

Website Bramble Theatre Company

Bramble Theatre Company is seeking an additional house manager for their upcoming season productions at Bramble Arts Loft in Andersonville. This role is designed to primarily cover Thursday-Saturday evening and Sunday daytime shifts, with an occasional Wednesday and Monday evening as scheduled in tandem with another house manager. House Managers are responsible for creating a welcoming, safe and comfortable environment for guests that reflects Bramble’s mission and vision.

HOUSE MANAGER DUTIES

Ensure the safety of all guests before, during, and after the performance

Oversee House operations, including box office and usher volunteers.

Prepare the theater and lobby spaces prior to each performance/event

Ensure cleanliness and timely maintenance of all Front of House areas prior to guest arrival times

Monitor displays and furniture in the lobby

Conduct volunteer usher meetings, assign usher positions, and monitor usher performance

Communicate with the Stage Manager and Box Office

Handle and provide access needs for guests as needed

Convey guest feedback to leadership

Complete and submit FOH reports

Perform other FOH roles as needed

Qualifications:

Excellent customer service and interpersonal communication skills.

Strong organizational and time management abilities.

Basic computer proficiency and familiarity with ticketing systems (training provided).

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Availability to work evenings and weekends

Training/experience in CPR/First Aid (or willingness to obtain if hired)

Ability to stand and/or walk throughout an entire shift and lift up to 30 lbs., unassisted

Instructions to Apply:

Please email hello@brambletheatre.org with your resume and cover email.

To apply for this job email your details to hello@brambletheatre.org

Pay Rate/Range*: $50 per shift