Live Music Security and Guest Safety Lead — Flexible Hours

World Cafe Live; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

World Cafe Live, a nonprofit music venue in Philadelphia, seeks a Security Associate to safeguard guests across two venues: The Lounge and The Music Hall. The role emphasizes welcoming, safety, age verification, and conflict resolution within a Guest Services team.

The position is part-time hourly with potential for more hours. Candidates should bring 5+ years in live event security, teamwork, and the ability to work nights and weekends. Knowledge of the music scene is a plus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience working in live event security.
• Positive attitude in challenging situations.
• Team oriented with the ability to work independently.
• Ability to multi-task in a high-paced atmosphere.
• Ability to work for 8 hours on your feet and lift 50lbs.
• Availability to work flexible hours primarily including nights and weekends.
• Appreciation for independent, small business and live music.
• Knowledge of music industry and live events preferred.
• Two available professional references of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure guest safety through proactive monitoring of the venue during events.
• Assist with age verification and wrist banding of guests at entry.
• Maintain communication with Managers on Duty throughout shifts.
• Assist with crowd control and entry area setup.
• Support ejection or de-escalation of unruly or intoxicated guests.
• Monitor all access points and coordinate with team on nightly plans.
• Document incidents using incident reporting procedures.
• Escort artists, VIPs, and guests as requested.
• Collaborate with operations to apply safety best practices.

Skills

Live event security

Team oriented

Multi-tasking

Flexible hours

Job description

World Cafe Live, a nonprofit music venue in Philadelphia, seeks a Security Associate to safeguard guests across two venues: The Lounge and The Music Hall. The role emphasizes welcoming, safety, age verification, and conflict resolution within a Guest Services team.

The position is part-time hourly with potential for more hours. Candidates should bring 5+ years in live event security, teamwork, and the ability to work nights and weekends. Knowledge of the music scene is a plus.