Cultural Programming Events Host

Artfarm Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team at a prestigious hotel as a Cultural Programming Events Host! This dynamic role involves supporting the production of engaging cultural events and activities that resonate with the local community and align with business objectives. You will work closely with the Head of Arts & Cultural Programming, ensuring the successful execution of events while managing various administrative tasks. With a focus on creativity and community, this position offers a unique opportunity to be part of an innovative hospitality company that values art and culture. If you are passionate about event management and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect role for you!

Benefits

30 days holiday

Free annual guest experience for you and a plus one

Enhanced pension scheme

Free food and drinks whilst on shift

Generous Artfarm-wide discounts

Amazing sports and social events

Life Assurance

Health benefits including a health cash plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in cultural, education, or events sectors is essential.
• Excellent ICT, copywriting, and organizational skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Support set-up and staging of cultural events and special projects.
• Event administration including scheduling and contract management.
• Conduct Art Tours for guests and host creative workshops.

Skills

Event Administration

Organizational Skills

Copywriting

ICT Skills

Multi-tasking

Proactive Work Style

Education

Experience in Cultural Sector

Experience in Events Sector

Knowledge of Scottish Cultural Sector

Job description

The Fife Arms Hotel, located in the village of Braemar in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park, is recruiting a Cultural Programming Events Host to join the team! The hotel was awarded 2 Michelin Keys and rated number 1 by Condé Naste Readers’ Choice in 2024.

Working closely with the Head of Arts & Cultural Programming, you will support the production and delivery of a year-round calendar of cultural and creative engagement events, ranging from major festivals to family learning resources and activities, which align with Artfarm business objectives.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Supporting the set-up and staging of cultural events and special projects within the Fife Arms and at partner venues, liaising with relevant departmental colleagues, external agencies and freelance service providers.
• Event administration including scheduling, liaising with the hotel team, contract management and invoice management.
• Undertake Art Tours for guests as part of a wider hotel delivery team and be the onsite host for the Art Room programme and other creative workshops.

The role will be based at The Fife Arms Hotel in Braemar and is 40 hours per week: these hours will include occasional weekends and evening shifts to meet the needs of the Cultural Programme.

Experience of working within either the Cultural, Education or Events sectors, as well as knowledge of the Scottish Cultural sector, and experience of delivering participatory workshops and events is essential.

Excellent ICT, copywriting and organisational skills, an eye for detail, the ability to multi-task, as well as being a conscientious self-starter capable of working proactively will ensure that you are successful in this role.

What’s in it for you?

• 30 days holiday
• Free annual guest experience for you and a plus one
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Free food and drinks whilst on shift
• Generous Artfarm-wide discounts including our properties in Somerset, Scottish Highlands, London, Los Angeles and Menorca!
• Amazing sports and social events
• Life Assurance
• Health benefits including a health cash plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Career development opportunities tailored around your aspirations and goals

About The Fife Arms Hotel and Artfarm

Located in the heart of Braemar, the hotel houses 46 beautifully appointed bedrooms - each one a homage to place, person, or event with links to the area along with the stunning Albamhor Spa and some of the most unique event spaces. Dining experiences extend to the Clunie Dining Room showcasing the art of open wood-fire cooking, The Flying Stag Pub serving up local beers and firm Scottish favourites, Bertie’s our glamorous and elegant Whisky Bar, Elsa’s our Art Deco Cocktail Bar, and our more relaxed Drawing Room – all of which celebrate the best in local ingredients and are expertly prepared by our dedicated culinary team.

The Fife Arms hotel is steeped in creativity and community, where a line-up of established cultural events already draws designers, artists, writers and thinkers to this corner of the Scottish Highlands. Art is central to The Fife Arms experience, with co-founders of the acclaimed global gallery, Hauser & Wirth, Iwan and Manuela Wirth having curated an extraordinary collection of more than 14,000 pieces, ranging from specially commissioned contemporary works to old masters, which have been thoughtfully integrated into every room, corridor and corner.

Artfarm is a one-of-a-kind independent hospitality company founded by Iwan and Manuela Wirth. Renowned for developing and reinventing distinctive sites including the award-winning Fife Arms Hotel in Braemar, the Fish Shop Restaurant & Fishmongers in Ballater, the Audley Public House & Mount Street Restaurant in Mayfair, London, Manuela restaurants in Los Angeles and New York, Roth Bar, Da Costa Italian Restaurant and Durslade Farm Shop in Somerset, and Cantina Restaurant in Menorca. Artfarm uniquely brings together art, community, education, people, and place.

Want to join the family? Apply today!