Welcome to The Carson Center!

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As a bartender at The Carson Center, you will be responsible for the hospitality and service of food and beverage at our shows and private rentals. The report time varies, but is generally 2 to 2.5 hrs before the event is scheduled to begin. The time will be listed beside each event when you sign up. Please dress in comfortable black shoes, black pants and a black button down shirt. Your name badge and apron will be provided. A professional, neat appearence is to be expected. See you soon!

As a Volunteer/Usher for the Carson Center, you are representing the finest in professional entertainment to the community of Paducah and the surrounding area. We rely on you to provide the best possible customer service and ensure a safe and comfortable environment for our patrons.

Overview:

Ushers must be 16 years of age or older.
Ushers report to the House Manager or Event Services Manager.
Most positions require standing for long periods and climbing stairs.
A neat & professional appearance, as well as friendliness, punctuality, and dependability are essential!
Ushers are responsible for the comfort and safety of the audience before, during, and after the event, including intermission

Welcome audience members on behalf of the Luther F. Carson Four Rivers Center

Always smile and greet our guests. Remember to be approachable at all times.

Distribute Programs
Efficiently seat patrons, walking them to their row (when possible) & pointing out their seat(s)
Provide information and assistance to patrons
Remain alert and ready to react quickly to minor disturbances or emergencies throughout the event

Ushers may not eat, drink, smoke, or chew gum while on duty
Ushers must be proactive in fulfilling these functions

Dress code:

All clothing must be clean and pressed and jewelry should be tasteful and discrete. All men must be clean shaven or have neatly trimmed beards. No tattoos, piercings or body art should be visible on males or females.

Pants: Solid black slacks (preferably with pockets) OR skirt (knee length). Please do not wear: jeans, leggings, stirrups pants OR suede or leather pants/skirts.

Shirt: White, button-up, long-sleeved shirt with collar, tucked-in. For Class Acts: wear a red shirt or jacket

Shoes: Black, closed-toe shoes with low heels & black socks

We will provide a Carson Center bow tie (available to purchase for $6) and nametag. Please provide your own flashlight.

For Fridays@5, please dress casual, but wear your name badge.

Usher call

Please arrive 1 ½ hours before the show is scheduled to begin. Ushers must arrive appropriately dressed and ready for duties. Please plan your schedule and allow for any extra time needed to find parking so that you will arrive punctually. Please do not expect to have time to change clothes, eat, etc. after you arrive.

The Usher Policy/Procedure Manual with a more detailed description of positions, responsibilities and volunteer opportunities will be given at your first training event.

If you have misplaced yours, please ask management for a copy.

Contact Information

Volunteer Coordinator

Bill Fox

bfox@thecarsoncenter.org

office-(270)443-9932

Administration Office:

Mon.-Fri. 8am-5pm

(270)443-9932

(270)443-9947 Fax

Box Office:

Mon.-Fri. 10am-5pm

(Saturday and Sunday- two hours prior to showtime)

(270)450-4444

The Carson Center

100 Kentucky Ave.

Paducah, KY 42001

www.thecarsoncenter.org