Ever dreamed of working in the theatre?

Well now could be your chance as the Towngate Theatre in Basildon is recruiting for a number of roles. 

After having been shut much of last year due to the pandemic the theatre is now welcoming audiences back. 

The team welcome more than 100,000 theatregoers through their doors each year.

And you could join the team to help bring entertainment to audiences. 

Here are the current vacancies. 

Theatre Administrator

Part time contract working 30 hours a week. Deadline for applications: Tuesday 10 August 2021

The theatre's website said: "We are looking for a hard-working, logical and enthusiastic individual to join our team as theatre administrator.

"The successful candidate must have suitable experience with in an administrative role and providing support to a management team.

"You will provide key administration duties for the operation of the Towngate Theatre; including the purchasing of supplies, accounts and contracts related to the performances, events and general operation."

Box Office & Sales Supervisor

Full time contract working 36.25 hours per week. Deadline for applications: Tuesday 10 August 2021.

The job advert says: "The successful candidate must have suitable experience in the industry to supervise and lead on the smooth delivery of our Box Office service as part of our Marketing and Sales team.

"As the Box Office and Sales Supervisor you will be able to handle the effective administration of the Box Office ticketing system, including overseeing financial and data reporting, plus ensuring effective staff management and rota scheduling."

Stage Door Receptionist

Full time contract working 36.25 hours per week. Deadline for applications: Tuesday 10 August 2021.

The theatre website says: "We are looking for a Stage Door Receptionist to provide first class customer service with a high standard of presentation, and a warm and welcoming greeting to all entering the theatre through the stage door.

"The successful candidate should have demonstrable experience of working in a busy receptionist position, or of working in a customer services facing role. The post holder should also have excellent communication skills, interpersonal skills and a good telephone manner."

Chef

Part time contract for 20 hours a week. Deadline for applications: Tuesday 10 August 2021

The job advert said: "The successful candidate will be required to operate commercial catering equipment, clean the equipment and surfaces, as well as recording the cleaning in the kitchen’s daily diary.

"The chef will also be responsible for the rotation of stock and appropriate stock control.

"The post holder will be required to prepare and cook meals, to undertake temperature checks, hygiene inspections and records, and immediately reporting any issues."

For more information or to apply visit https://towngatetheatre.co.uk/job-vacancies/