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How much do amphitheater jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for amphitheater in California is $13.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.77 and $16.48 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Amphitheater vs Stage Manager?

AspectAmphitheaterStage Manager
Primary RoleDesigns, constructs, and manages outdoor performance spacesCoordinates and oversees all aspects of a live performance on stage
Work EnvironmentOutdoor venues, large open spacesIndoor theaters, performance venues
Required SkillsArchitectural knowledge, project managementCommunication, organizational skills
Industry UsageEvent planning, architecture, constructionTheater, live performance production

While amphitheaters are outdoor performance spaces designed for large audiences, stage managers are responsible for coordinating live performances on stage. Both roles are essential in the entertainment industry but focus on different aspects—one on venue design and management, the other on production coordination.

What are the key responsibilities of an amphitheater manager on event days?

As an Amphitheater Manager, your primary responsibilities on event days include overseeing venue operations, ensuring the safety and comfort of guests, coordinating with event staff, and troubleshooting any issues that arise. You will work closely with security, concessions, ticketing, and technical teams to deliver a seamless experience for both performers and attendees. Clear communication and quick decision-making are essential, as the environment can be fast-paced and unpredictable during large events.

What is an amphitheater?

An amphitheater is an open-air venue with a central space for performances, surrounded by rising tiers of seats for spectators. Traditionally, amphitheaters were used in ancient Greece and Rome for entertainment such as gladiator games, dramas, and public events. Modern amphitheaters are used for concerts, plays, and other performances, often designed to enhance acoustics and provide clear sightlines from all seats. They can be either natural formations or man-made structures, and are popular for their immersive audience experience.

What is an amphitheater job?

An Amphitheater job involves working at an outdoor venue that hosts concerts, performances, and events. Roles vary from event staff, security, and concessions to technical positions like sound and lighting. Responsibilities may include ticketing, crowd management, maintenance, and assisting performers or guests. Job requirements depend on the position, but strong communication and customer service skills are often essential.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an amphitheater manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Amphitheater Manager, you need expertise in event management, operations oversight, and venue safety, often supported by a degree in hospitality, business, or a related field. Familiarity with ticketing systems, sound and lighting equipment, and crowd management software is typically required. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help manage staff, coordinate with vendors, and ensure positive patron experiences. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring smooth operations, safety, and memorable events in a large-scale entertainment venue.

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Infographic showing various Amphitheater job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 54% Full Time, 42% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $28,393 per year, or $13.7 per hour.

Long Beach Amphitheater Food & Beverage - Cook Lead

ASM Global

Long Beach, CA • On-site

$18.25 - $23.25/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

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Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 83 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

134th of 252 rated facilities management

Job description

Legends|ASM Global, the leader in privately managed public assembly facilities, has an excellent opportunity for a Cook Lead at the Long Beach Amphitheater.
Please note that Long Beach Amphitheater employees are covered by a collective bargaining agreement with Unite Here Local 11, and union membership is a condition of employment.

Cook Lead

The Cook Lead is responsible for providing direction to the cooks on the production of all assigned menu items, ensuring that they are being completed in an efficient and consistent manner while following Legends' specifications, recipes and technique and maintaining sanitation standards.


Primary Responsibilities

  • Follows Executive Chef, Sous Chefs and/or Culinary Supervisors assignments for opening and closing procedures and food preparation.
  • Prepares food items by complying with portion size, quality standards, departmental rules, policies and procedures, ensuring teams are doing the same.
  • Maintains HACCP standards ensuring a high-quality level of food, food temperatures, rotation of product, cleanliness and sanitation standards.
  • Maintains cleanliness of kitchen including walk-in coolers, dry storage, shelves, walls, floors and drains.
  • Ensures all food preparation equipment is clean and sanitized and that it is kept in a safe and operable condition; report issues to Chefs.
  • Identifies and stores meats, poultry, seafood, pasta, starches, dairy products, and all other food items according to established standards.
  • Participates as a team player with specific responsibilities as related to preparation, excellent service and delivery of product.
  • Must maintain a pleasant attitude towards customers, co-workers, and management.
  • Adheres to the Legends Uniform and Grooming guidelines.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Strong attention to detail
  • Elevated time management, organizational, and prioritizing skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Previous culinary experience required
  • Strong knife skills and kitchen equipment knowledge
  • Must be able to obtain food safety certification
  • Able to be self-motivated and work independently or as a team player
  • Must have sufficient mobility to perform assigned production tasks including constant reaching, bending, stooping, wiping, pushing, and pulling for extended periods of time
  • Must have the ability to lift, push, pull up to 50lbs
  • Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time.
  • Must be available for Amphitheater Events
  • Must be able to work extended hours due to business requirements including late nights, weekends and holidays
  • Follow and encourage your team to follow all safety policies and procedures, including but not limited to looking for and reporting any unsafe work conditions, and complete company-wide safety training and any additional job specific safety training.

Legends & ASM Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

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ASM Global was formed in October 2019 from the merger of AEG Facilities, the global innovator in live entertainment venues, and SMG, the gold standard in event management. ASM Global is a venue management powerhouse that spans five continents, 14 countries and more than 300 of the world's most prestigious arenas, stadiums, convention and exhibit centers, and performing arts venues. As the world's most trusted venue manager, ASM Global provides venue strategy and management, sales, marketing, event booking and programming, construction and design consulting, and pre-opening services. Among the venues in our portfolio are landmark facilities such as McCormick Place & Soldier Field in Chicago, the Los Angeles Convention Center, Tele2 Arena in Stockholm, the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans, the Shenzhen World Exhibition and Conference Centre in Shenzhen, China and Van Andel Arena, DeVos Place & DeVos Performance Hall in Grand Rapids, Michigan. ASM Global also offers food and beverage operations through its concessions and catering companies.

Industry

Arts, entertainment, and recreation

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Los Angeles, CA, US

Year founded

2019

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