Foyer-Resto

🎯 Core Functions

♦ Daily café & bar operations ♦ Open independently from event schedules (morning to evening). ♦ Exhibition space ♦ Rotating visual art displays: photography, painting, digital installations. ♦ Event reception area ♦ Hosting pre-show and afterparty gatherings for concerts, premieres, festivals. ♦ Flexible event hosting ♦ Bookable for private receptions, networking events, product launches, press briefings. ♦ Community marketplace & pop-ups ♦ Weekend craft fairs, book sales, artist pop-ups aligned with cultural programs.

🔧 Technical Highlights – Foyer + Restaurant

• Bar counter and service area equipped Includes basic kitchen infrastructure for food and drink preparation. (already in place) • Modular furniture for café and lounge zones (to be installed) • Mobile tables, chairs, and sofas for flexible space configuration. • Mobile small stage (to be installed) • Suitable for live music, poetry readings, fashion showcases, or open-mic nights. • Adjustable lighting system (to be installed) • Enables mood control for evening events or well-lit exhibitions. • Sound system for music and small performances (to be installed) • Background audio and live acoustic support. • High-visibility storefront / main entrance connection Seamless access and visibility from the street.

📌 Key Strategic Values

🕒 Always Open to the Public KOSMOS remains active beyond events — the café/lounge makes the venue feel alive and accessible every day. 🎟️ Event-Driven & Independent Traffic Serves as a gathering space before and after concerts, screenings, and exhibitions — and attracts casual daily visitors on its own. 🔄 Cross-Marketing Hub Promotes programs from other halls (flyers, screens, previews), driving ticket sales and brand engagement across the entire venue. 🫂 Community & Informal Culture Building Through pop-ups, readings, open mics, and casual meetups, the space creates a low-barrier entry point for new audiences and cultural collaboration.

📅 Example Weekly Activity Plan

Monday–Friday:

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08:00–17:00 – Café open for coworking, casual meetings, and visitors

17:00–22:00 – Evening bar/lounge atmosphere

(Ongoing art exhibition or ambient programming)

Saturday–Sunday:

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10:00–16:00 – Café + brunch specials

12:00–18:00 – Thematic collaboration with other KOSMOS spaces

(e.g. Film Festival lounge, Artist Meet & Greet, Exhibition Talks)

18:00–22:00 – Fashion shows, design pop-ups, or independent art events

(Rotating weekend focus: style, visual art, music & culture)

🔄 Rotating example Themes (Saturday & Sunday)

Every weekend at KOSMOS is different — but always vibrant.
Foyer + Restaurant becomes a multi-purpose cultural lounge that adapts to our broader program and offers visitors immersive, casual, and stylish experiences.

🎬 Film LoungeLinked to ongoing screenings in the halls. Chill-out space with director Q&As, themed menus, and informal discussions.

🧵 Fashion ShowcaseIndependent designers, student collections, vintage styling sessions, or full runway shows with café bar open.

🖼️ Art ActivationPop-up exhibitions, interactive installations, or live painting with artist talks.

🎤 Live Culture EventsSpoken word, acoustic music sets, DJ sessions, or hybrid performances.

☕ Creative MarketWeekend pop-up of local makers, books, prints, and design objects with food & drink pairing.

Key Benefits:

Activates Foyer space beyond food service
Creates synergy with KOSMOS halls (shared audiences)
Builds loyalty through lifestyle/culture identity
Opens door for fashion/art/media partnerships

👥 Staffing Estimate – Foyer + Restaurant

Staffing – Foyer + Restaurant

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Role | Staff | Avg. Monthly Salary (€) | Total Cost (€)

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Chefs (Cooks) | 3 | 2,400 | 7,200

Waiters (Service) | 4 | 1,800 | 7,200

Event Manager / Shift Lead | 1 | 2,800 | 2,800

Cleaning/Maintenance | 0.5 | 1,500 | 750

Total Staffing Cost: €17,950