Now Hiring: Box Office, Front of House & Food and Beverage Managers
Jack’s Pumpkin Pop-Up is Back in Chicago!
Open Call Interviews Start Now — Details Below
Location: 1265 W Le Moyne St, Chicago, IL 60642
Important: This is an active production site — wear comfortable, casual clothing.
Festival Environment: 100% outdoors.
Interview Details
Dates: Every Monday through Friday
Time: Drop by anytime between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.
Format: Open call — no appointment needed
Bring: Your resume (we’re hiring immediately!)
Process: On-the-spot 10–15 minute interviews
We’re hiring Box Office, Front of House, and Food and Beverage Managers to join our high-energy seasonal team.
Pay: $17.00/hour
If these roles aren’t the right fit, or you know someone looking for fun full-time, part-time, or flexible work for extra income during the season, we’re also hiring for:
- Bar Leads
- Bartenders
- Bar Backs
- Axe Throwing
- Kitchen
- Carnival Games
- Fortune Tellers
- Security
We Love Pop Ups operates other seasonal experiences through the end of the year. If you’re a great fit, there may be opportunities to work at our other pop-ups:
- Oktoberfest (September – October)
- Frosty’s Christmas Bar (November – December)
- Jack Frost Christmas Pop-Up (November – December)
Relevant Experience (Bonus if you’ve had any of these)
- Previous box office, ticketing, or front-of-house experience
- Customer-facing roles in hospitality, entertainment, or events
- Familiarity with food service or cash handling
- Knowledge of theater, resort, or children’s entertainment environments
- Lifeguard or conflict management background
- Strong communication and guest engagement skills
- Comfortable with public speaking and interacting with diverse groups
- POS Systems: Toast / Square
Duties — Box Office / Front of House / Food and Beverage Managers
- Sell tickets for various events and attractions
- Provide excellent customer service to guests purchasing tickets
- Operate cash registers and handle financial transactions accurately
- Assist guests with inquiries regarding events, seating, and ticket availability
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the ticket sales area
- Upsell additional services or packages to enhance the guest experience
- Support front-of-house operations and guest flow management
- Assist with supervising staff and handling guest concerns (Food & Beverage Managers)
Requirements
- Previous experience in a customer-facing role preferred
- For Food & Beverage Managers: leadership, staff management, and scheduling experience
- For Box Office / Front of House: cash handling and POS experience
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Ability to engage with guests effectively
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting
- Excellent hospitality and customer service mindset
- Comfortable working outdoors in a festival environment
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
Job Types: Temporary, Seasonal
Pay: $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Ability to Commute:
- Chicago, IL 60642 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
