Founding Entertainment Cast Artists - Full-time Immersive Performers

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT ARTISTS – FOUNDING CAST

Ravensthorpe Restaurant W.L.L.

📍 Adliya, Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain

🏢 On-site | Full-time

📄 24-Month International Employment Opportunity

🎭 Pre-Opening and Phased Recruitment

Ravensthorpe is building its international Founding Entertainment Cast for a 100-seat immersive dining and live-entertainment venue in Adliya, Manama. The concept combines premium-casual dining, a refined European grill and steakhouse, Nordic and medieval traditions, Celtic and pagan-folk influences, music, dance, storytelling, interactive theatre, ceremonial performance and approved fire entertainment.

We welcome artists who want to help establish the Ravensthorpe artistic identity and standards.

ARTISTIC PROFILES

• Dancers / Immersive Performers: choreography, expression, fitness, stage presence and respectful guest interaction.

• Professional Fire Performers: proven experience, strict safety awareness, equipment control and audience-distance management.

• Singers / Vocalists: strong live vocals, confidence, expression and audience engagement.

• Flautists: Celtic/Nordic ambience, ceremonies, arrivals and show support.

• Violinists: ambient, ceremonial, mobile and featured performances.

• Bagpipers / Multi-Instrumentalists: professional bagpipe ability; additional traditional or folk instruments are advantageous.

• Drummers / Percussionists: rhythm, timing and energy for tribal, ceremonial and theatrical sequences.

• Celtic Harpists: VIP ambience, arrivals, romantic evenings, ceremonies and private functions.

• Assistant Resident DJs – Entry Level: support music, sound, lighting and show cues. Experience is not mandatory; music passion, basic DJ-software knowledge and coachability are essential.

• Lead Immersive Performers / Masters of Ceremonies: storytelling, welcomes, hosting, announcements, improvisation and audience participation. Strong spoken English is essential.

Applicants must state the artistic profile applied for. Salary and full terms will be discussed privately with shortlisted candidates according to role, experience, audition and final approval.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The programme may include Nordic/medieval storytelling, Celtic and pagan-folk music, dance, ceremonial movement, approved fire performance, interactive theatre, arrival rituals, VIP moments, short or extended shows, private/corporate events, external appearances and promotional content.

Entertainment must enhance the atmosphere without overpowering food service, conversation, comfort, privacy or safety.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• Relevant experience preferred.

• Current performance video, showreel or portfolio required.

• Hotel, resort, cruise, theatre, dinner-show, festival, theme-park or international experience is advantageous.

• Professional, punctual, reliable, fit and well-groomed.

• Conversational English; strong spoken English for hosting/MC duties.

• Ability to perform alone and within a coordinated multicultural cast.

• Confidence interacting respectfully with guests and accepting direction, corrections, choreography and cues.

• Valid passport and willingness to relocate to Bahrain.

• Willingness to attend rehearsals, training and pre-opening preparation.

• Acceptance of full-time exclusive employment and family-appropriate, culturally respectful content.

Multi-instrumental musicians receive additional consideration. Fire applicants must provide verifiable experience and fire-safety training, certification or equivalent competence.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Deliver approved performances; attend rehearsals, choreography, artistic-development sessions, technical/costume checks, briefings and reviews; follow approved cues; coordinate with entertainment leadership, the Art Coordinator, Resident DJ and restaurant operations; maintain performance quality and safety; protect guest comfort/privacy; support ceremonies, celebrations and VIP experiences; care for costumes, instruments, props and equipment; report issues; participate in approved promotions, functions, appearances and company events; and comply with Bahrain regulations, cultural standards and company policy.

No unapproved fire effect, cue, volume increase, guest interaction, filming or programme change is permitted. Instructions to begin, delay, hold, reduce, modify or stop a performance must be followed immediately.

EMPLOYMENT, HOURS AND SCHEDULING

• Full-time Bahrain employment.

• 24-month contract.

• Company-sponsored visa, work permit and residence processing.

• Up to 48 actual working hours weekly.

• One weekly rest day of at least 24 consecutive hours.

• Flexible scheduling based on operational needs.

Weekly hours may use either model or a combination:

Standard 8+1 Model:

8 actual working hours + 1 meal/rest break = 9 hours’ workplace presence. Six working days plus one rest day equal up to 48 actual working hours. The break is not working time.

Flexible Weekday/Weekend Model:

Thursday, Friday and Saturday may involve approximately 10 actual working hours plus a one-hour break. Three days selected from Sunday to Wednesday may involve approximately 6 actual working hours each; the remaining day is the weekly rest day.

Calculation: 3 × 10 = 30 hours; 3 × 6 = 18 hours; total = 48 actual working hours.

The rest day may fall between Sunday and Wednesday and vary by artist according to reservations, rehearsals, events, staffing, cast rotation and operational needs. These models are examples, not guaranteed timetables. Ravensthorpe may combine or rotate schedules. Times may change for operating hours, weekends, holidays, private functions, seasonal programmes and approved assignments. Approved overtime follows the contract, company policy and Bahrain law.

WORKING TIME VS PERFORMANCE TIME

A shift is not continuous stage performance. Working time may include rehearsals, preparation, sound/lighting/equipment/fire-safety checks, costume changes, briefings, performances, ceremonies, approved guest interaction, promotions, equipment care, preparation/recovery between cues, reviews and closing duties.

Artists must remain available, professionally presented and performance-ready throughout the shift. Time between cues is not a formal break when the artist must remain in costume, ready or available. Formal breaks are scheduled separately.

PERFORMANCE PROGRAMMING

Ravensthorpe may use either format or combine them:

1. Extended Sets: approximately 4–5 sets per evening, each around 30–45 minutes, potentially including music, vocals, dance, storytelling, theatre, ceremonial hosting, approved fire moments and combined-cast productions. Preparation, costume-change, hydration and recovery periods are normally provided; participation varies by role.

2. Short Immersive Performances: approximately 4–5 minutes every 30 minutes during the main entertainment period, including entrances, dance, instrumental features, percussion, vocals, storytelling, celebrations, approved fire moments and combined-cast appearances. “Every 30 minutes” refers to the overall programme, not each artist. Artists rotate by role, costume, safety and sequence.

3. Combined Programming: selected evenings may combine short moments every 30 minutes with extended sets, atmospheric music, ceremonies, vocal/instrumental features, birthdays, anniversaries, VIP moments, private events, approved fire sequences and finales.

Final programming depends on reservations, guest comfort, dining flow, safety, artist availability, cast rotation, costume requirements, technical readiness and operational needs.

COMPANY-PROVIDED PACKAGE

• 24-month Bahrain contract.

• Visa, work permit and residence processing.

• Return international air ticket according to contract.

• Airport pick-up and relocation assistance.

• Shared furnished accommodation with air conditioning, kitchen access, washing machine and essential utilities.

• Three meals daily.

• Medical insurance.

• Local work transportation.

• Paid annual leave according to Bahrain law and contract.

• Professional sound, microphones, lighting and technical support.

• Costumes/support, approved props and fire-safety equipment where applicable.

• Dressing-room/storage facilities where available.

• Orientation, brand training, artistic development and growth opportunities.

No payment is required from candidates to apply.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

1. Application/CV screening.

2. Video, showreel or portfolio review.

3. Administrative pre-screening.

4. Online interview.

5. Role-specific audition/technical assessment.

6. Guest-interaction, improvisation or safety assessment where applicable.

7. Reference/background verification.

8. Final approval and formal offer.

9. Visa, medical and travel processing.

10. Arrival, orientation, training and rehearsals.

Candidates may be asked to reproduce submitted material. Selection considers artistic ability, professionalism, English, teamwork, reliability, coachability, safety, guest interaction and concept suitability.

HOW TO APPLY

Apply through LinkedIn and submit:

• Updated CV and performance history.

• Exact artistic profile applied for.

• Current performance video, showreel or portfolio.

• Current city/country, employment status, notice period and earliest joining date.

• Relevant artistic, musical, theatre, dance, technical or safety certificates.

• Professional social-media/portfolio links.

• References or recommendation letters where available.

Passport copies, medical records and other confidential documents will be requested only from shortlisted candidates at the appropriate recruitment or visa stage.

Email subject:

Ravensthorpe Founding Cast – [Artistic Position] – [Candidate’s Full Name]

Applications without a stated position or sufficient performance evidence may not be prioritised.

RECRUITMENT CONTACT

Mr. Isaac Ajibade Ogunrinde

Restaurant Operations Administrator

Ravensthorpe Restaurant W.L.L. | CR No. 200086-1

Adliya, Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain

📩 [email protected]

📱 WhatsApp: +971 58 622 4305