Job Description JOB TITLE: Front of House Cleaner ... - Abbey Theatre

ABBEY THEATRE Amharclann na Mainistreach | Job Description
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Front of House Cleaner
Head of Theatre Operations
The Abbey Theatre is Ireland’s national theatre and occupies a unique position in the
hearts and minds of Irish people. It comprises of two theatres: the Abbey, with a
seating capacity of 492 seats, and the Peacock, with a seating capacity of 128 seats.
The Abbey Theatre is committed to producing a year round programme of work both
on and off stage, with the priority to create work of excellence, which not only
showcases Irish and international drama but also engages with the artistic and civic
life of contemporary Ireland.
Purpose of Job:
To ensure that the highest standards of cleanliness are maintained and liaise with the
contact cleaners and other service providers to ensure they are fulfilling their roles
while also being cost effective. Play a key role in waste management and ensuring the
Health and Safety of staff, patrons and the building.
Duties and Responsibilities for:
Duties of the Front of House Cleaner include but are not limited to:
1. Turning off alarms and removing all chains.
2. Providing access to the contract cleaners and liaising with them throughout
the morning to ensure standards are adhered to.
3. Operating the phones at Stage door, staff access and visitor control.
4. Meet and greet guests in a friendly, welcoming manner and promote the
Abbey Theatre and its programme of work in an accurate, informed manner.
5. Enforce fire and safety regulations and actively participate in emergency
evacuation of the building.
6. General cleaning of building inside and outside.
7. Removal of rubbish and ensuring the waste management policy of the building
is adhered to.
8. Ensuring all access routes are clear and removal or reporting of hazards.
9. Ordering and monitoring of cleaning stock in line with budgets and targets.
10. Accepting deliveries as required.
11. Assist with any other duties as may be deemed applicable to the efficient
running of the Abbey Theatre.

Abbey Theatre Amharclann na Mainistreach
Person specification
The post holder will have:
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Outgoing, helpful and friendly personality with a proactive approach to work.
Good team player.
Ability to work on own initiative.
Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks.
Excellent time keeping skills.
Excellent attention to detail.
Hardworking and ability to meet deadlines.
Working hours
Monday to Wednesday, 7am to 1pm
Will be required to cover annual leave
Application Process
Please send a letter of application outlining your suitability for this post, along with a
recent CV to:
Cliona Bolger
HR Administrator
Abbey Theatre
26 Lower Abbey Street
Dublin 1
OR
Email: recruitment@abbeytheatre.ie
Closing date is 5pm on Thursday 26 th November 2009
The Abbey Theatre is an equal opportunities employer.
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