Bar Staff - Casual (May - August)

Compass Group; Forest Row; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading hospitality employer is seeking Bar Staff for the Summer Opera Festival at Glyndebourne Opera House, running from May to August 2026. The role requires preparing and serving drinks, delivering excellent customer service, and maintaining cleanliness. Applicants should be personable, reliable, and able to work flexibly, including weekends. Competitive hourly pay between £10.90 and £12.71, with additional benefits such as free transportation. Join for an unforgettable summer experience!

Benefits

Weekly paid tronc

Free shuttle bus from Lewes Station

Free onsite parking

Opportunity to work at a renowned venue

Qualifications

• Flexibility to work varying hours, including weekends.
• Prior experience in a bar environment is a plus.
• A positive can-do attitude is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve drinks to customers.
• Provide friendly and efficient customer service.
• Maintain cleanliness at the bar and dining areas.
• Support the front-of-house team for smooth service.

Skills

Customer service orientation

Ability to work under pressure

Reliability

Personable & energetic

Job description

Bar Staff - Summer Opera Festival 2026

Glyndebourne Opera House | Sussex

Glyndebourne Opera House, set in the beautiful Sussex countryside, is one of the world's most iconic cultural venues, renowned for its opera, elegant dining, and famous summer picnics. Dining at Glyndebourne delivers high-quality hospitality across restaurants, bars, private dining spaces and outdoor catering. We are recruiting Bar Staff (Front of House) to join our team for the Summer Opera Festival, running from May to August 2026.

This is a casual position, with hours varying week to week based on business needs. During the Festival we operate seven days a week, so flexibility is essential, including regular weekend work. The role includes preparing and serving drinks, providing friendly and efficient customer service, maintaining high standards of cleanliness at the bar, and supporting the wider front-of-house team to ensure a smooth service. Specific duties will be aligned to your experience and aptitude.

We are looking for reliable, personable individuals with energy and enthusiasm, a positive can-do attitude, and the ability to work calmly under pressure as part of a team. A strong focus on customer service is essential.

What We Offer

• £10.90 - £12.71 per hour
• Weekly paid tronc
• Free shuttle bus from Lewes Station
• Free onsite parking
• The opportunity to work at one of the UK's most iconic cultural venues

Interviews

Interviews will be held in February 2026.

If your application is successful, we will be in touch at the beginning of February 2026 to invite you to interview.

Part of Compass Group UK & Ireland, Restaurant Associates is proud to be an inclusive employer, committed to supporting and developing our people.

Apply today to be part of an unforgettable summer at Glyndebourne.