Door Host

Levity Live, LLC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The Pittsburgh Improv is seeking Door Hosts to deliver a high-quality guest experience during live shows. You will manage the entrance, verify IDs, seat guests, and ensure the showroom operates smoothly with a strong focus on safety and customer service.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in restaurant/club settings, possess ServSafe and TIPS/LEAD certifications where required, and can work flexible hours including nights and weekends. Join a team that prides itself on humor and hospitality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or the equivalent; some college preferred.
• 1–3 years in restaurant/club environment.
• ServSafe Food Handler and TIPS or LEAD certification as required by local regs.
• Friendly, outgoing with excellent communications skills.
• Able to work flexible hours including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Manage entrance before, during and after performances.
• Check IDs to enforce age restrictions and liquor laws.
• Greet guests and seat them per seating process.
• Monitor showroom to prevent disruption and recording on cell phones.
• Assist management with removing unruly guests.
• Encourage safe transportation for intoxicated patrons when needed.
• Support teammates with daily tasks.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma

Some college

ServSafe Food Handler

TIPS or LEAD Certification

Job description

Description

Do you like having a blast and working with great people? We do! If you want to feel excited on your way to work and can’t wait to be a part of team that delivers laughter to customers and team members, the Improv may be the place for you. Laughter is literally part of the job!

The Pittsburgh Improv is currently seeking a Door Hosts who will be responsible for providing a high-quality guest experience during our live shows according to Improv standards.

Job Duties:

• Manages the entrance before, during and after the performance.
• Checks age identification to ensure compliance with age restrictions for show and State liquor laws.
• Greets guest and seats them at tables per the seating process.
• Ensures the Club is seated appropriately for each event.
• Monitors the showroom during the shows to prevent guests from talking, heckling the comics, taking pictures and recording using their cell phones.
• Attempts to limit problems and liability to customers excessive drinking.
• Assists management with removing unruly guests from the showroom.
• Takes steps to persuade customers to stop drinking, or order means of transportation for intoxicated patrons.
• Assists fellow team members as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or the equivalent, some college.
• Minimum 1-3 years of experience in Restaurant/Club environment
• ServSafe Food Handler and TIPS or LEAD Certificate; in regulation with County or State requirements.
• Friendly, outgoing and possess excellent communications skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights/weekends, accommodating concerning scheduling needs and requirements.

About the Improv:

For over half a century, the Improv Comedy Clubs have remained the premier stages for live comedy in the United States. Over the decades, the talent who have graced our stages represent the Who’s Who in American comedy, including Richard Pryor, Billy Crystal, Lily Tomlin, Andy Kaufman, Eddie Murphy, Tim Allen, Jay Leno, Chris Rock, Dane Cook, Ellen DeGeneres, Jamie Foxx, Adam Sandler, Jeff Dunham, and Dave Chappelle.

Today, the Improv stage continues to be the premier live venue for comedians and comedy lovers alike. Check us out at www.improv.com!