Cashier - Summer Opera Festival 2026

Glyndebourne Opera House; Cootham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent cultural venue in Cootham is seeking cashiers to work in their restaurants during the Summer Opera Festival. Responsibilities include issuing bills, collecting payments, and supporting the front-of-house team. Ideal candidates should be reliable, organised, and have excellent communication skills. Previous cash handling or hospitality experience is a plus, and flexibility for weekend shifts is essential. The venue offers competitive pay and benefits including free shuttle bus and onsite parking.

Benefits

£10.90 - £12.71 per hour

Weekly paid tronc

Free shuttle bus from Lewes Station

Free onsite parking

Opportunity to work at an iconic venue

Qualifications

• Previous cash handling or hospitality experience is beneficial but not essential.
• Training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Issue bills to guests and collect payments.
• Reconcile the till at the close of service.
• Support the front-of-house team in busy service periods.

Skills

Reliable

Organised

Excellent communication

Calm under pressure

Team player

Job description

Responsibilities

We are looking for cashiers to work in our restaurants. The role is responsible for issuing bills to guests, collecting payments, reconciling the till at the close of service, and supporting the front‑of‑house team. This may include assisting in the bar and pouring drinks during busy service periods. This is a casual role, with shifts varying weekly based on business needs. During the Festival we operate seven days a week, so flexibility is essential, including weekends.

Qualifications

We are looking for reliable, organised individuals with excellent communication skills, a positive can‑do attitude, and the ability to work calmly under pressure as part of a team. Previous cash handling or hospitality experience is beneficial but not essential, as training will be provided.

About the Venue

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 cashiers to join our team for the Summer Opera Festival, running from May to August 2026. Part of Compass Group UK & Ireland, Restaurant Associates is proud to be an inclusive employer, committed to supporting and developing our people.

Benefits

• £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