Casual Gallery Host - Goodwood Art Foundation

The Goodwood Estate Company Limited; Chichester; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

The Goodwood Art Foundation is seeking Casual Gallery Hosts to welcome visitors and bring exhibitions to life at Goodwood. In this role you will greet guests, share information about artworks, support tours and events, and help visitors connect with contemporary art.

You will assist with reception and occasional retail tasks during peak times, always upholding a friendly, professional atmosphere. This casual role offers shifts according to business needs, including weekends and holiday periods,

Qualifications

• A genuine interest in art, culture and visitor experiences.
• A friendly, approachable and engaging personality.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Confidence speaking with a wide range of people.
• A proactive and positive attitude.
• Strong teamwork skills and a willingness to support colleagues.
• Flexibility to work weekends, bank holidays and busy event periods as required.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming visitors to the Goodwood Art Foundation.
• Sharing information about exhibitions, artists and artworks in an engaging and accessible way.
• Helping visitors explore and enjoy the galleries and wider Foundation site.
• Supporting tours, events and education activities when required.
• Answering visitor questions and providing excellent customer service.
• Assisting with Reception and Retail activities during busy periods.
• Helping maintain a safe, welcoming and enjoyable environment for all visitors.
• Acting as an ambassador for the Goodwood Art Foundation at all times.

Skills

Art interest

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Job description

Casual Gallery Host

Goodwood Art Foundation

Rate of pay: £13.68 (for under 21s) to £14.24 (for ages 21+) per hour. Rates are inclusive of holiday pay.

Are you passionate about creating memorable visitor experiences?

We're looking for enthusiastic and engaging Casual Gallery Hosts to join the team at the Goodwood Art Foundation.

As one of the first people our visitors meet, you'll play an important role in bringing the Foundation to life. Whether you're welcoming guests, sharing information about our exhibitions, supporting tours and events, or helping visitors connect with contemporary art, you'll ensure every visit is both enjoyable and inspiring.

This is a varied, visitor-facing role that would suit someone who enjoys meeting people, has a natural curiosity, and takes pride in delivering exceptional customer service.

What you'll be doing

• Welcoming visitors to the Goodwood Art Foundation.
• Sharing information about exhibitions, artists and artworks in an engaging and accessible way.
• Helping visitors explore and enjoy the galleries and wider Foundation site.
• Supporting tours, events and education activities when required.
• Answering visitor questions and providing excellent customer service.
• Assisting with Reception and Retail activities during busy periods.
• Helping maintain a safe, welcoming and enjoyable environment for all visitors.
• Acting as an ambassador for the Goodwood Art Foundation at all times.

What you'll bring

• A genuine interest in art, culture and visitor experiences.
• A friendly, approachable and engaging personality.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Confidence speaking with a wide range of people.
• A proactive and positive attitude.
• Strong teamwork skills and a willingness to support colleagues.
• Flexibility to work weekends, bank holidays and busy event periods as required.

Why join us?

The Goodwood Art Foundation is a unique destination dedicated to art, environment and education. Set within a beautifully landscaped natural environment, it offers visitors the opportunity to engage with contemporary art in a truly inspiring setting.

As a Casual Gallery Host, you'll be part of a passionate team helping deliver exceptional artistic, environmental and educational experiences to every visitor.

This is a casual role, with shifts available according to the needs of the business.