Art Tour Host

Artfarm Ltd; Braemar; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Fife Arms hotel is seeking a passionate Art Tours Host to lead engaging art tours and enhance guests' cultural experiences. This part-time position offers a unique opportunity to share the hotel's artistic ethos and work closely with a renowned collection within a beautiful Scottish setting.

Qualifications

• Experienced in cultural or educational environments.
• Confident engaging diverse audiences, including children and families.
• Motivated self-starter.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily art tours for hotel guests and invited groups.
• Support team engagement and training sessions.
• Conduct regular inspections of artworks.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Public speaking

Organisational skills

Tools

Technology and reporting tools

Job description

24 hour contract - 4 afternoons a week - can be discussed further at interview

Join Our Award-Winning Team at The Fife Arms

Set in the breathtaking village of Braemar, in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park, The Fife Arms is a 5-star boutique hotel, proudly awarded 2 MICHELIN Keys. We’ve been honoured as Aberdeen City & Shire Employer of the Year and recognised in the Staff Matter category at the Northern Star Business Awards, a testament to our commitment to creating a supportive and inspiring workplace.

We’re currently seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Art Tours Host to join our team part-time (24 hours per week), supporting our unique art programme and enriching the cultural experience of our guests and team members alike.

The Role: Art Tours Host

As an Art Tours Host, you’ll bring the hotel’s extraordinary art collection to life. From leading engaging guest tours to supporting staff training and helping to shape the cultural spirit of The Fife Arms, this is a role for a confident communicator with a love for art, history, and hospitality.

Key Responsibilities

Guest-Facing Tours

• Lead daily art tours for hotel guests and invited groups, including bespoke family-friendly tours.
• Support seasonal and special art experiences developed in partnership with the Head of Arts & Cultural Programming.
• Gather guest feedback and attendance data to help evolve and improve tour offerings.

Team Engagement & Training

• Participate in new team member inductions, introducing Artfarm’s artistic ethos.
• Deliver engaging art training sessions and act as the property’s Art Ambassador.
• Maintain and refresh team-facing art materials and visual displays.
• Encourage and organise art-focused team socials, talks, and volunteer opportunities.

Collection Knowledge & Oversight

• Conduct regular inspections of artworks, reporting issues to management.
• Develop deep, self-led knowledge of the collection and associated artists.
• Collaborate on creating guest resources and interpretation tools.
• Serve as the first point of contact for on-site art-related queries or concerns.

Group Collaboration

• Join quarterly calls with fellow Art Ambassadors and cultural leads across the wider Artfarm network.
• Share ideas, best practices, and support group-wide cultural projects.

About You

We're looking for someone who is:

• An excellent communicator with both verbal and written skills
• Experienced in public speaking or leading tours
• Confident engaging diverse audiences, including children and families
• Experienced in cultural or educational environments
• A motivated self-starter with strong organisational skills
• Comfortable with technology and reporting tools
• Able to work in the UK (visa sponsorship not available)

About Artfarm and The Fife Arms

Artfarm is a pioneering independent hospitality company founded by Iwan and Manuela Wirth. We specialise in creating exceptional places that bring together art, people, community, and place. Our portfolio includes distinctive destinations such as Roth Bar & Grill in Somerset, The Audley in Mayfair, Manuela in Los Angeles, and Cantina in Menorca.

At The Fife Arms, our 46 uniquely designed rooms, acclaimed dining venues, and immersive cultural experiences offer guests something truly extraordinary. From the dramatic Clunie Dining Room to the lively Flying Stag Pub, the elegant Bertie’s Whisky Bar, and our celebrated art collection, every detail reflects our deep ties to Scottish heritage and creativity.

Ready to help us tell the stories behind the art? Apply today and become part of something truly unique.