University of Cape Town UCT Is Recruiting 15 Theatres Ushers

The rate of pay per hour is R43,56.
Reference number: E24501
Closing date: 17 May 2024

University of Cape Town UCT Is Recruiting 15 Theatres Ushers

University of Cape Town UCT Is Recruiting 15 Theatres Ushers The Baxter Theatre Centre seeks to appoint fifteen (15) Ushers in the Front of House department on an ad-hoc basis for appointment commencing 31 May 2024. The successful candidates will assist the Front of House staff to provide excellent customer service to the Baxter’s patrons and ensure public safety.

Requirements:

A Grade 12 certificate.
A friendly disposition coupled with sound interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and
written).
Fluency in English and at least one other official language.
The ability to work well under pressure, both as part of a team and independently.
Alertness and the ability to think quickly in an emergency.
A strong sense of customer service.
The flexibility to work according to the Baxter Theatres operational hours.

Advantageous:

Previous working experience in either the hospitality industry or a theatre.

Duties and Responsibilities:

To assist patrons at the Baxter Theatre Centre by performing duties such as:
Scanning admission tickets.
Ensuring that patrons are seated timeously and in the correct venue.
Assisting patrons to find their seats.
Help patrons to locate facilities such as the restaurant, bar, and toilets.
Assist with any patron’s special needs as and when required.
Resolving seating disputes and any other patrons’ concerns.
Guiding patrons to exits or entrances.

How to Apply?

To apply, please e-mail the below documents in a single pdf file to Mr Jerome Fish at
jerome.fish@uct.ac.za. They may also be posted to the Front of House Management Team, Baxter
Theatre Centre Main Road, Rondebosch, 7701.

UCT Application Form (download at http://forms.uct.ac.za/hr201.doc)
Cover letter, and
Curriculum Vitae (CV)