Cleaner - Summer Opera Festival 2026

Glyndebourne Opera House; Cootham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious cultural venue in the UK is recruiting Cleaners for its Summer Opera Festival from May to August 2026. This casual role requires reliable individuals with strong attention to detail and flexibility for various shifts. Responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness in front-of-house, restaurants, and staff areas. Prior cleaning experience is desirable but not necessary, as full training will be provided. Enjoy competitive pay, a supportive team environment, and the chance to work at one of the UK's most iconic festivals.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Weekly paid tronc

Free shuttle bus from Lewes Station

Free onsite parking

Opportunity to work at a prestigious cultural venue

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and a positive, can-do attitude.
• Previous cleaning experience is desirable but not essential.
• Ability to work efficiently and follow cleaning procedures.

Responsibilities

• Clean front-of-house areas, restaurants, bars, and staff areas.
• Ensure all areas are clean, safe, and well-presented.
• Work part of a supportive team to maintain high standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Ability to follow procedures

Positive attitude

Job description

About the Role

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. Maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness across the site is essential to delivering an exceptional guest experience.

We are recruiting Cleaners 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 weekend and early morning or evening shifts.

The role includes cleaning front‑of‑house areas, restaurants, bars and staff areas, ensuring all areas are kept clean, safe and well‑presented at all times. You will work as part of a supportive team to maintain the high standards expected at a world‑class cultural venue.

We are looking for reliable, hardworking individuals with a strong attention to detail and a positive, can‑do attitude. Previous cleaning experience is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided. You will be able to work efficiently, follow cleaning procedures, and take pride in your work.

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

• Competitive hourly rate
• Weekly paid tronc (where applicable)
• Free shuttle bus from Lewes Station
• Free onsite parking
• The opportunity to work at one of the UK's most iconic cultural venues during a unique summer festival

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.