Employment Opportunities at Asolo Rep Asolo Repertory Theatre is recognized as one of the premier professional theatres in America and one of the largest in the Southeastern United States. Asolo Rep is one of the few theatres in the nation that performs in a true rotating repertory — meaning we rely on highly skilled professionals like you to produce multiple shows in the span of a few days.
FOH Concessions & Bar Operations Manager Department:
Marketing Reports To:
Director of Marketing and Communications Classification:
Exempt Full Time Annual Date Prepared:
August 2026
Salary:
50K-55
K General Summary:
A performance arts theatre Bar Manager oversees food and beverage operations, lobby concessions, and patron lounge spaces. This role ensures a smooth, high-quality beverage and concessions experience for patrons across all performances, special events, and rentals, while maintaining strict adherence to alcohol service laws and theatre policies.
Manage fast-paced bar and concession service before curtain calls, during intermissions, and at post-show events to minimize wait times.
Staff Management:
Hire, train, schedule, and supervise bartenders, barbacks, and floor servers tailored to changing show calendars and event sizes.
Inventory & Financials:
Monitor stock levels, handle purchasing and vendor relationships, reconcile daily cash drawers, and track sales targets or budgets.
Compliance & Safety:
Ensure strict adherence to local liquor licensing laws, responsible beverage service protocols, and health/fire safety codes.
Interdepartmental Collaboration:
Coordinate with Front-of-House and Guest Experience teams to ensure a welcoming environment for theater patrons and visiting artists. Advise on equipment, glassware, and cashless POS/payment systems, and initial inventory needed for both locations to operate efficiently Financial & Administrative Manage bar budget, including cost of goods sold (COGS) and labor costs Process and reconcile daily sales reports (cashless/card payments only) Assist in setting pricing strategy for bar and concession menu items Prepare regular reports on sales, inventory, and staffing for theatre management Collaboration Coordinate with Front of House, Box Office, and Production teams to align bar service with performance schedules and special events Support rental events, fundraisers, and donor receptions with tailored bar service Participate in planning meetings for season programming and special events
Proven background in high-volume bar, restaurant, or hospitality venue management; arts or cultural center experience is a plus.
Certifications:
Valid local food handler and responsible alcohol service certifications (e.g., TIPS, ServSafe) or ability to obtain withing a specified time frame)
Soft Skills:
Exceptional customer service, calm under pressure during peak performance rush windows, and strong organizational skills
Minimum Education/Experience Required:
High School Diploma and 2-4 years Bar Management experience required Preferred Qualifications Experience opening or launching a new bar/beverage program, ideally managing multiple service locations Experience working in a nonprofit performing arts or cultural institution Familiarity with liquor liability and nonprofit event compliance Bilingual or multilingual skills a plus Work Environment & Schedule The bar operates only in conjunction with performances and events — this is not a standalone, daily-service bar. Service hours are concentrated around pre-show, intermission, and post-show/event windows tied to Asolo Rep's performance calendar, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled. About Asolo Rep Asolo Rep presents up to 10 productions each season, including contemporary works, beloved classics and provocative musical theatre experiences. Asolo Rep is committed to expanding its reach into the community, furthering its collaboration with the best theatre artists working in the industry today and developing new artists through its affiliation with the FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training. Under the leadership of Producing Artistic Director Peter Rothstein and Managing Director Ross Egan, Asolo Rep's ambitious theatrical offerings, groundbreaking education and community programming engage audiences and ensure its lasting legacy for future generations. Have Additional Employment Questions? Please contact our Human Resources team for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Asolo Repertory Theatre is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Applicants from populations underrepresented in the theater field are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, sexual orientation, national origin, ability, age or veteran status.
