Front-of-House Supervisor - ACL Live

Ole Red; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Ole Red in Austin hosts concerts and events, requiring a House Supervisor to lead front-of-house operations and guest services. You will oversee ushers, guest services, and ticket scanners, directing staff during events to ensure a premier live-music experience.

Ideal candidates bring proven leadership in crowd management, strong communication, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays in a dynamic venue environment.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in crowd management and customer service.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work flexible evenings, weekends, holidays.

Responsibilities

• Support front-of-house staff to provide exceptional guest experience.
• Guide staff to complete event-specific responsibilities from start to finish.
• Conduct pre-shift meetings and attend security briefings as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization and report maintenance issues.
• Assist in onboarding and training of new team members.
• Collaborate with other departments to support events and crowd control.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Crowd management

Event logistics

Staff coaching

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

As a House Supervisor, you'll ensure exceptional guest experience in our iconic concert venues. You'llsupervise and direct daily operations of front-of-house staff for concert and events, including ushers,guest service, and ticket scanners. Each day will bring new energy, world-class artists, and excitedaudiences ready to experience something special. As the ideal candidate you'll bring proven leadership in crowd management and customer service, fostering a welcoming environment that enhances the live music experience. Reports to Venue Leadership.

• Support front-of-house staff to provide exceptional guest experience. Respond to guest and employee needs with a positive demeanor and acting as a role model for staff. Share guest feedback with management.
• Guide staff to ensure event specific responsibilities are completed, and processes are followed from beginning to end of events.
• Conduct pre-shift department meetings to deliver direction, event logistics, and updates. Attend security meetings as needed. Prepare shift recap reports.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization. Ensure supplies are stocked and equipment is well-maintained. Report any maintenance issues to appropriate leadership.
• Support onboarding of new team members and support leadership in planning and delivering departmental training.
• Collaborate with all other depts to support execution of events.
• Assist in crowd control during emergency situations. Lead evacuation procedures when necessary. Guide guests and employees to designated locations and assist security and paramedics as required for guests in need.
• Model company guiding principles. Communicate and uphold corporate policies, safety and security procedures, and brand SOPs. Promptly report accidents, facility issues, or unsafe conditions to management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required

Experience

• 2+ years' venue or guest service experience preferred
• Supervisory experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Effective interpersonal and verbal communication skills
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on coaching, development, and clear communication of expectations
• Intermediate computer skills with Microsoft Office required
• Able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to support business needs

Licenses / Certifications

• Must obtain CPR certification within 90 days of hire
• Must complete Crowd Management training upon hire

Physical Requirements

Speak, hear, and use non-verbal cues to communicate with guests. Near, distance and color vision for navigating ticketing and seating. Stand and walk for extended periods, including on uneven surfaces and while carrying items. Walk up and down stairs while navigating the venue. Regularly lift and carry up to 25 lbs. to carry materials or assist in set up/break down. Maintain mental and visual attention to respond to guest needs or emergencies.

Working Conditions

Entertainment environments, indoors and outdoors, with large crowds and elevated noise levels.

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