Foundation Room Door Host/Security

HOB Entertainment, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Nation Entertainment is seeking a Security/Guest Services professional to maintain safety and provide an uplifting experience for staff, artists, vendors, guests and members across the venue.

The role emphasizes recognizing VIPs, guiding member reservations, coordinating with venue staff, and upholding the lounge ambiance while enforcing policies. Strong communication, diplomacy, and calm under pressure are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience interacting with people in a positive environment.
• Read, write and speak English fluently.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift or move up to 25 lbs with proper technique.
• Flexible schedule and ability to work late hours.
• Experience with high-end restaurant operations and guest relations.
• Bi-lingual preferred.
• Experience in a live music environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety and security of staff, artists, vendors, guests and members.
• Recognize foundation members, Live Nation executives and VIPs to show appreciation.
• Serve as information resource for Members in Foundation Room and House of Blues.
• Assist Members with reservation timing and guest experience.
• Coordinate with managers and staff to enhance member experience.
• Observe lounge area and podium to uphold venue ambiance.
• Ensure proper grooming standards and professional conduct.
• Anticipate guests’ needs and handle emergencies.
• Enforce venue policies on photos, recordings and entry.
• Inspect guests for weapons and ensure safe environment.
• Lead evacuation procedures when required.
• Set up area before opening and keep venue clean and safe.

Skills

Guest relations

Fluent English

Flexible schedule

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Conflict de-escalation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Metal detection experience

Job description

Job Summary: The Role:

Maintain the safety and security of all staff, artists, vendors guest and members. Create and maintain a positive and uplifting experience for diverse groups of individuals.

WHAT THIS ROLE WILL DO

• Ability to give proper recognition to Foundation Members, Live Nation Executives and VIP’s to instill appreciation for their membership and patronage
• Serve as a resource of information for all Members regarding their experience within both the Foundation Room and House of Blues
• Provide assistance to Members regarding the timing of their reservation
• Provide assistance to all positions and communicate effectively with others to enhance members’ experience
• Maintain contact with Manager, Chef, Bartender, and Server regarding the arrival of Members
• Constant observation of Lounge area and Podium to uphold the ambiance of the Room
• Articulate vocabulary with the ability to adapt and socialize with current audience
• Exemplary and professional grooming standards
• Ability to anticipate guests’ needs
• Ensure guest safety through proactive personal interaction and removing hazards in the area of responsibility
• Prevent and resolve altercations among guests
• Lead guests and other employees in emergency evacuation procedures and provide assistance
• Maintain control by circulating through your work area throughout the shift
• Check identification of any guest who appears to be under 30 years of age who is drinking alcoholic beverages inside the venue
• Ensure that no weapons or harmful items enter the venue by inspecting every guest with a metal detector or pat-down search
• Enforce House policy regarding photos/videos/recording devices
• Safeguard against theft and property damage
• Communicate clearly using radios, hand signals and flashlights. Remain in constant contact throughout the shift
• Set up area before opening (stanchions, table configuring, etc.)
• Keep interior and exterior of the venue clear and safe, cleaning spills and removing food, trash or other obstacles, before, during and after the shift
• Attend pre-shift meeting conducted by Manager on Duty prior to start of each shift

WHAT THIS PERSON WILL BRING

• (State or County Licensee or Certification Requirement)/ Responsible Alcohol Awareness Training Certification or Equivalent
• Flexible schedule and ability to work late hours
• 3 years work experience interacting with people in a positive environment
• Read, write and speak English fluently
• Must be able to lift or move up to 25 lbs using proper lifting techniques
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Working knowledge of high-end restaurant operations, seating procedures, guest relations, problem solving
• Skill in diplomacy, handling multiple tasks, verbal skills, organizational skills, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to diffuse possibly volatile situations with tact and diplomacy
• Tolerance of all cultures, music and art forms

Preferred:

• Bi-lingual
• Cash handling experience
• Experience recognizing valid ID’s
• Experience in a live music environment
• Self-defense training
• Experience using metal detection equipment

Physical Demands/Working Environment:

Working environment is fast-paced, often loud and stressful Position requires extended periods of prolonged standing and working on your feet both indoors and outdoors Must be able to lift or move up to 25 lbs using proper lifting techniques

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

We are passionate and committed to our people and go beyond the rhetoric of diversity and inclusion. You will be working in an inclusive environment and be encouraged to bring your whole self to work. We will do all that we can to help you successfully balance your work and homelife. As a growing business we will encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with. It’s talent that matters to us and we encourage applications from people irrespective of their gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status or caring responsibilities. Live Nation strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of age (40 and over), ancestry, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), family and medical care leave or the denial of family and medical care leave, mental or physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), marital status, domestic partner status, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, military and veteran status, political affiliation, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, race, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law, rule, ordinance or regulation. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act and consistent with other similar and / or applicable laws in other areas. We also afford equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability. For this reason, Live Nation will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability who is an applicant consistent with its legal obligations to do so, including reasonable accommodations related to pregnancy in accordance with applicable local, state and / or federal law. As part of its commitment to make reasonable accommodations, Live Nation also wishes to participate in a timely, good faith, interactive process with a disabled applicant to determine effective reasonable accommodations, if any, which can be made in response to a request for accommodations. Applicants are invited to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made to assist them to perform the essential functions of the position they seek. Any applicant who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should contact a Human Resources Representative to request the opportunity to participate in a timely interactive process. Live Nation will also provide reasonable religious accommodations on a case by case basis.

HIRING PRACTICES

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Live Nation recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Live Nation may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms. **Please note that the compensation information provided is a good faith estimate for this position only and is provided pursuant to the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and Equal Pay Transparency Rules. It is estimated based on what a successful Colorado applicant might be paid. It assumes that the successful candidate will be in Colorado or perform the position from Colorado. Similar positions located outside of Colorado will not necessarily receive the same compensation. Live Nation takes into consideration a candidate’s education, training, and experience, as well as the position’s work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the CO EPEWA, a potential new employee’s salary history will not be used in compensation decisions. ** The expected compensation for this position is: $16.60 USD - $20.00 USD Hourly ** Pay is based on a number of factors including market location, qualifications, skills, and experience. Recognized for seven years as a Great Place to Work® and named one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies, Live Nation Entertainment is the world’s leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Media & Sponsorship. Our world-class teams specialize in all aspects of the live entertainment industry, from ground-breaking innovations in ticketing, global venue development and operations, concert promotion and production, sales and brand partnerships, and unparalleled artist management supported by professionals in all facets of corporate operations. We believe in taking care of the countless employees helping artists bring live music to fans all around the world. Our many unique benefit programs are designed to help our teams live life to the fullest including generous vacation, healthcare, retirement benefits, student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, six months of paid caregiver leave for new parents including fostering and perks like Roadie Babies helping new parents care for their babies on work trips. And of course, access to free live events through our exclusive employee ticketing program. There is no bigger stage for your career. See what your future looks like at Live Nation Entertainment.

Compensation

The expected compensation for this position is: $16.60 USD - $20.00 USD Hourly Pay is based on a number of factors including market location, qualifications, skills, and experience.

Benefits

Our many unique benefit programs are designed to help our teams live life to the fullest including generous vacation, healthcare, retirement benefits, student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, six months of paid caregiver leave for new parents including fostering and perks like Roadie Babies helping new parents care for their babies on work trips. And of course, access to free live events through our exclusive employee ticketing program. There is no bigger stage for your career. See what your future looks like at Live Nation Entertainment.