Unit of competency
Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 1 |
This version released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 4.0 |
Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage front of house services at venues during performances or events.
Individuals who apply these skills are expected to display a high level of initiative, judgement and responsibility as they coordinate the set-up of venues prior to performances and manage on-site customer service.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Unit Sector
Media and entertainment production – front of house
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance Criteria Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Supervise the set-up of venue |
1.1 Check that required front of house services have been arranged 1.2 Assess that venue set-up, facilities and equipment minimise risk of injury to patrons and allow easy access for people with disabilities 1.3 Rectify situations that could potentially disrupt services during operating hours 1.4 Provide briefings to personnel prior to opening venue |
2. Monitor front of house services |
2.1 Open venue at scheduled opening times 2.2 Monitor the provision of services and take prompt action to resolve problems 2.3 Take responsibility for the resolution of escalated problems or complaints 2.4 Greet patrons and provide special assistance as required 2.5 Make clear and accurate public announcements 2.6 Liaise with back of house personnel to maximise quality of service to patrons 2.7 Assist with the workflow of service personnel 2.8 Ensure all work is undertaken according to safety and security procedures 2.9 Close and secure venue according to workplace procedures |
3. Evaluate front of house services |
3.1 Complete and distribute documentation relating to service operation 3.2 Involve team members in evaluations of front of house services and modify procedures accordingly 3.3 Contribute to evaluations of venue services and implement recommendations aimed at improving overall effectiveness of front of house services |
Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential to performance but not explicit in the performance criteria.
Skill |
Description |
Writing |
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Oral communication |
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Navigate the world of work |
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Interact with others |
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Get the work done |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
CUAFOH511 Manage front of house services (Release 1) |
CUAFOH501 Manage front of house services (Release 2) |
Incorporated knowledge evidence on communication techniques and language. |
Equivalent unit |
CUAFOH501 Manage front of house services (Release 2) |
CUAFOH501 Manage front of house services (Release 1) |
Updated assessment conditions section. Updated modification history section to reflect changed name of training package. |
Equivalent unit |
Links
Companion Volumes are available from VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=1db201d9-4006-4430-839f-382ef6b803d5