Opportunities
The position of Communications Manager has now been filled. There are no administrative staff openings at this time.
Bartender
Job Description
Chesapeake Shakespeare Company (CSC) bartender is a part-time, hourly position with tips and works for the Audience Services Manager. CSC has two bars that are in operation simultaneously before and during events and performances. Bartenders are public representatives for the Chesapeake Shakespeare Company and as such must provide the best in customer service to our patrons. Bartenders for CSC are punctual, courteous, organized and must work well under pressure with a smile.
Primary Responsibilities
- Make sure the bar, the back bar and supply are clean and uncluttered.
- Prep bars for upcoming events and performances by setting up the bar to sell concessions: soda, snacks, coffee and alcoholic drinks. Before doors open the bartender must: make coffee ahead of time, stock all fridges and snack baskets from the supply closets and set out CSC merchandise for sale. The bartender will notify the Manager on duty of any product or supplies that are running low or are out of stock.
- Before, during and after the performances and events, the bartender will quickly retrieve and pour drinks that the patrons request in addition to any snacks they may want.
- The bartender will quickly and accurately ring up all patron sales; credit card or cash sales.
- The bartender will make sure that anyone requesting an alcoholic beverage is 21 years of age or older by asking for the proper identification.
- The bartender will keep their bar clean and tidy during their shift. They will also clean up the bar and clear it off before leaving for the night.
Qualifications
- Must be 21 years of age or older.
- Previous retail and/or bartending experience preferred but not required.
- Experience with handling cash and cash registers preferred experience with Square a plus.
- Must be able to lift 30 pounds and stand for long periods of time.
- The schedule will be mostly evenings and weekends; must have a flexible schedule.
Application Instructions
Submit a resume to Jobs@chesapeakeshakespeare.com. Chesapeake Shakespeare Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Persons from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about CSC, please explore this website. No phone calls, please.
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There are no opportunities available at this time. Please check back in the future.
The Summer 2025 casting call is closed and we are no loner accepting requests or submissions. There are no opportunities available at this time.
However, if you would like to send your information please provide your current headshot and resume, any Union affiliations, and current city with subject line 'interested in future auditions' and send to auditions@chesapeakeshakespeare.com.
PERFORMANCE USHER: This is the most common volunteer option. Help us welcome in our patrons to both our Downtown Theatre on Calvert Street, and our summer outdoor venue at the PFI Historic Park in Ellicott City, MD. Duties for the downtown location include but are not limited to scanning tickets, checking vaccination or health records, showing patrons to their seats, handing out parking vouchers and wine slips, and greeting our patrons as they arrive. At our outdoor location, we also ask volunteers that are able to help set up and take down folding chairs for each performance.
EDUCATION EVENTS: Assist the education team as they usher in Baltimore area students for our 10am student matinees. These events are not ticketed and are set up in accordance with school curriculum to introduce young audiences to the magic of Shakespeare. Performances are often only 90 minutes and include a Q & A session following. Other Educational opportunities may include events located in our Studio space around the corner from the theatre on Redwood street. This space plays host to the Black Classical Acting Ensemble as well as CSC Summer Camps and Classes.
GENERAL OFFICE HELP: A few times a season we may need help folding, stuffing, and sealing envelopes for large business or development mailings. This is a fun way to get to know the staff and help us grow our reach in Baltimore and beyond!
DISTRIBUTING POSTERS/FLYERS: Occasionally we will want to place a poster of our show or stacks of postcards within various neighborhoods to reach an audience that may not know us yet. Often, you might live or work in that area and can ask local businesses to place these posters or postcards in an approved location where patrons can access them. This opportunity is arranged with the consent of our marketing department to targeted neighborhoods decided on a show-by-show basis.
If you are interested in any of the above-mentioned opportunities, please email volunteer@chesapeakeshakespeare.com. We’d love to have you support our team.