Customer-Centric Arts Venue Operations Lead

Shetland Arts Development Agency

United Kingdom

On-site

GBP 38,000 - 46,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Shape operations
Dynamic environment
Retail discounts
Box office allowance
Final salary pension
Employee assistance

Job summary

Shetland Arts Development Agency is seeking an Operations Manager to lead customer-facing teams and oversee Box Office, Front of House, Café Bar and Catering operations. You’ll work with the Director of Operations to ensure a welcoming, high-quality visitor experience across venues in Shetland.

The role focuses on people leadership, problem solving, and delivering exceptional service in a busy public-facing environment, with evenings and weekends required. PVG clearance is needed.

Qualifications

  • Experience as a people manager in a busy public-facing environment

Responsibilities

  • Hours: Full-time (37 hours/week). Flexible working is expected, including evenings and weekends
  • A PVG is required for this role

Skills

People management
Customer service
Problem solving

Job description

Shetland Arts Development Agency is seeking an Operations Manager to lead customer-facing teams and oversee Box Office, Front of House, Café Bar and Catering operations. You’ll work with the Director of Operations to ensure a welcoming, high-quality visitor experience across venues in Shetland.

The role focuses on people leadership, problem solving, and delivering exceptional service in a busy public-facing environment, with evenings and weekends required. PVG clearance is needed.

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