Hell's Kitchen Tour - Carpentry Sub

Company:                      HK Tour LLC

Position:                        Carpentry Sub

Contract:                       S.E.T. Pink Contract

Compensation:               $1,800.00/wk + All Applicable Overtime Per S.E.T. Pink Contract, prorated by days worked

Training Rate:               $1,350/wk + All Applicable Overtime Per S.E.T. Pink Contract, prorated by days worked

Benefits:                        Per IATSE S.E.T. Pink Contract

Travel & Per Diem:       Per IATSE S.E.T. Pink Contract

Start Date:                     February 2026

Initial Coverage Dates:  February 2026 – Mid March 2026

Position Summary:

The Touring Carpentry Sub assists the Head Carpenter and works with the crew to run, move, and maintain all carpentry elements associated with the Hell’s Kitchen First National Tour safely and consistently. They are responsible for the safe use and operation of the scenic elements and equipment on a day-to-day basis. This is a temporary position based on the coverage needs of the production.

Roles and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Load In / Out show at each venue at the highest level possible, conducting tasks in a safe manner while working to say on the schedule set by the Head Carpenter.


• Operation of show deck carpenter cues run in a safe and repeatable manner.


• Regular participation in work calls and rehearsals, as directed by Stage Management and the Head Carpenter.


• Inspection of show equipment at preset of each performance.


• Verify and help complete periodic inspection of show equipment and document as needed.


• Repair or direct the repair of scenic elements, as needed. Report on inoperable items to Production Carpenter, Head Carpenter, and Production Management as necessary.


• Regular communication via phone, email, and onsite.


• Arrival on time and ready for work at the start of each call.

The desired experience and qualifications for this position include:

• Theatrical rigging knowledge including counterweight. Chain Motor repair skills are a plus.


• Min 2 years’ experience working on an IATSE Pink Contract touring show.


• Team player, able to work long hours in very close quarters with many different types of passionate personalities. 


• Scenic carpentry experience is a plus. Including: woodworking, metalworking, basic mechanics, fabric repairs, etc.


• Able to physically lift 75 pounds, comfortable lifting and walking backwards, comfortable walking up and down stairs.


• Must be able to work around loud sounds and flashing lights.


• Knowledge of or experience in road venues throughout the country is a plus.


• Strong organizational and communication skills.


• Understanding of the IATSE Pink Contract rules and guidelines.

About Hell’s Kitchen

Welcome to HELL’S KITCHEN, Broadway’s hit musical from Alicia Keys—inspired by her life, her music, and her community.

Your journey begins with Ali, a 17-year-old girl full of fire, searching for freedom, passion, and her place in the world. Along the way, you'll meet the musical mentor who changes her life, her dynamic family, and the neighborhood that helps her grow. Relatable, raw, and refreshingly fun, it's a celebration of finding yourself, your purpose, and the people who lift you up.

More than watching a performance, this experience pulls you out of your seat and has you buzzing when you leave, wondering who to tell about it first. The music—a mix of Keys’ classics and new songs written exclusively for the show—is brought to life through exhilarating choreography. It’s a soundtrack of rebellion, life, and love that speaks to you no matter where you’re from, where you’ve been, or where you’re going.

You’re invited to feel the energy of this multi-award-winning musical. Come experience where dreams begin: HELL’S KITCHEN

HK Tour LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer where the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. We believe that opportunity, access, resources, and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. HK Tour LLC is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.