Door Host

Chicago Improv; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Chicago Improv is seeking a Door Host/Hostess to deliver a high-quality guest experience during our live shows according to Improv standards. The role involves managing the entrance, greeting guests, seating them, and helping maintain a quiet showroom during performances.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, 1–3 years in restaurant/club environments, strong communication skills, and Thursday-Sunday availability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or the equivalent, some college.
• Minimum 1-3 years of experience in Restaurant/Club environment.
• Friendly, outgoing and possess excellent communications skills.
• Must have Thursday -Sunday availability

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Thursday-Sunday availability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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 Chicago Improv is currently seeking a Door Host/Hostess who is 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.
• Friendly, outgoing and possess excellent communications skills.
• Must have Thursday -Sunday availability

About the Improv:

For over half a century, the Improv and Levity Live 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, 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!