Usher/Lobby Attendant at Singletary Center for the Arts

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Kentucky's Singletary Center for the Arts is seeking student Ushers and Lobby Attendants to join the Patron Services team. You will assist patrons at events, set up the lobby, scan tickets, and help with way finding, concessions and merchandise.

This entry-level role emphasizes reliability, promptness, and excellent customer service. The position offers evenings, nights, and weekend shifts in a dynamic arts environment on campus.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills for interacting with patrons.
• Ability to provide friendly customer service.
• Prompt, professional and reliable while on shift.

Responsibilities

• Set up lobby for events and assist patrons.
• Scan tickets for entry and guide patrons as needed.
• Assist patrons with way finding and sell concessions and merchandise.
• Leadership opportunities for high performers.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Customer service

Prompt and reliable

Professionalism

Education

UK student enrollment

Job description

Usher/Lobby Attendant at Singletary Center for the Arts

Job Title Usher/Lobby Attendant at Singletary Center for the Arts

Requisition Number

Requisition Number DU12456

Department Name

Department Name 8X401:Center For The Arts Service Ct

Work Location

Work Location Lexington, KY

Salary Range

Salary Range $12.00/hour

Type of Position

Type of Position Student

Position Time Status

Position Time Status Part-Time

Required Education

YOU MUST BE ENROLLED AS A UK STUDENT TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION .

Required Related Experience

NA

Required License/Registration/Certification

NA

Physical Requirements

Lifting/pushing/pulling objects up to 50 pounds, and sitting/standing for long periods of time.

Shift

Varies based on the center’s schedule of events; primarily includes evenings, nights, and weekends.

Job Summary

The Singletary Center for the Arts is seeking student Ushers and Lobby Attendants to join our Patron Services team. Applicants should possess excellent communication skills, provide good customer service, be prompt, professional, and reliable. Ushers and Lobby Attendants are responsible for assisting patrons who attend events at the center and must be adept at making patrons feel welcome. Duties include setting up the lobby for events, scanning tickets for entry, assisting patrons with way finding, and selling concessions and merchandise. Leadership and advancement opportunities are available for students who excel in entry-level positions.
The University of Kentucky College of Fine Arts thrives by engaging individuals and communities with unique creative perspectives. The College fosters a supportive environment through artistic programming and curricula that reflect a broad range of experiences and voices.

We believe the arts are essential to both individual and community life, and we actively promote creative expression among our faculty, staff, and students. We are committed to attracting skilled and passionate faculty, staff, and students who contribute meaningfully to the arts and academic excellence. As a member of the state’s flagship institution, the College promotes thoughtful engagement, respect, and collaboration.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 12/31/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

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• * Are you currently enrolled as a student at the University of Kentucky.
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