Job Opening: Food and Beverage & Audience Services Associate

Parktheater Eindhoven is one of the larger theaters in the Netherlands and reaches about 200,000 visitors annually from Eindhoven and surroundings with a broad programming of about 400 performances per theater season. Parktheater aims to be a theater for everyone and therefore has a very diverse programming. We want to touch the audience and contribute to beautiful encounters between theater makers and the public. The Parktheater is at the center of society and is involved in and initiates various social projects.

The Team
The Food & Beverage & Audience Services team is part of the Food & Beverage, Audience Services & Events department and consists of a department manager, team managers, bar managers, and, of course, a large team of food and beverage staff and volunteers. To strengthen our catering team, we are looking for a Catering & Audience Services Associate. We don’t care what you believe in, who you love, or where you’re from. We’re most interested in how you want to use your talents to benefit the Parktheater.

Profile
As a Food and Beverage & Audience Services Associate, you’ll be responsible for welcoming, guiding, and serving visitors during performances, events, and other activities. You’ll perform catering tasks such as setting up the bar, taking and serving orders, and preparing drinks and snacks. You’ll also handle cleanup and cleaning duties, prepare venues for events, and assist with training new colleagues. In addition, you’ll welcome guests, answer questions, provide information, and escort visitors to their seats if necessary. You may also be assigned to the coat check, where you’ll ensure the safe storage and return of personal belongings, or work as a salesperson for program books and/or merchandise. You’ll ensure compliance with the house rules and intervene when necessary. In the event of an emergency, you’ll act quickly and appropriately, prioritizing safety and hospitality.

What will you be doing?

• You will perform various hospitality tasks
• You will be responsible for setting up the bar
• You’ll take orders and serve tables
• You will prepare drinks and snacks
• You will keep the bar, the furniture, and the associated areas clean and well-maintained
• You will perform cleanup and cleaning tasks
• You will also assist with the coat check
• In addition, you’ll welcome guests, answer questions, provide information, and escort visitors to their seats if necessary.

What do we expect from you?

• Operational knowledge of the hospitality industry, including all common tasks behind the bar
• You put guests first and are happy to go the extra mile to make an afternoon or evening out a special experience
• You have an open and welcoming attitude
• You will work in accordance with established procedures, guidelines, and work instructions
• If anything is unclear or if unusual situations arise, consult with a supervisor or a colleague who is present
• You are flexible and don’t mind working evenings, weekends, and holidays
• You enjoy contributing ideas for improvements and take initiative
• You have a positive attitude and energy, and you’re customer-oriented
• You live in the region

What do we offer you?

• We place a high value on personal growth. That is why we offer personal coaching and support you in your development
• An independent role with room for personal input and creativity
• A salary commensurate with the challenges of the position, age, and experience (scale 4), with a gross hourly wage of €15.12 for those 21 and older. If you are under 21, your gross wage will be based on your age
• A zero-hour contract on an on-call basis
• A 1-year on-call contract with the possibility of extension
• Work in a friendly and dynamic cultural environment and be part of a young team
• Attractive benefits package, including an 8% vacation allowance, pension contributions through ABP, vacation pay disbursed monthly, 150% pay for public holidays and night shifts, excellent training opportunities, and a staff discount program for attending performances
• The Parktheater has its own terms of employment and is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement
  
  

The start date is September 1, 2026.

Does this job description sound like you, and do you want to make sure our guests have a fantastic time? Then you might just get to work at Eindhoven’s premier cultural hotspot. We’d love to grab a cup of coffee (or a glass of wine) with you!

Email your cover letter and resume to parktheater, addressed to Ernst van Tienen, Manager of Hospitality, Audience Services & Events. He can also be reached by phone at +31610901803.