Event Staff (Temporary, Oct–Dec)

Compass Group UK; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading event management company in Leeds is seeking Event Staff for a temporary position from October to December 2025. The role involves assisting in event set-up, greeting guests, and providing excellent customer service. Candidates should be 18 years or older and flexible to work evenings and weekends. This exciting opportunity offers weekly pay and a chance to develop valuable skills in hospitality.

Benefits

Free staff meal during shifts

Weekly pay

Supportive team environment

Gain transferable skills

Qualifications

• Aged 18 years or older due to licensing requirements.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in hospitality, catering, or events is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with event set-up and break-down.
• Greet and direct guests.
• Provide food and beverage service.
• Maintain high standards of customer service.

Skills

Customer focus

Flexibility

Team player

Positive attitude

Job description

Overview

Event Staff (Temporary, Oct-Dec) — Location: Royal Armouries, Leeds; Salary: £12.21 per hour (paid weekly); Dates: October 2025 - December 2025.

The Royal Armouries is looking for enthusiastic, reliable and customer-focused individuals to join our Events Team on a temporary, zero-hour basis from October through to late December. You’ll be helping us deliver a busy calendar of events, including our renowned Christmas parties, ensuring every guest has a memorable experience!

What’s In It For You?

• Free staff meal during your shifts
• Weekly pay through our payroll
• Work in a supportive and energetic team
• Gain valuable, transferable skills in events and hospitality

About the role

As part of our Events Team, you’ll play a key role in bringing our events to life. Duties will vary depending on the function but may include:

• Assisting with event set-up and break-down
• Greeting and directing guests
• Providing food and beverage service
• Cleaning duties associated with service and related equipment and furniture
• Supporting the smooth running of Christmas parties and other seasonal functions
• Maintaining high standards of customer service at all times
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards and Health & Safety regulations

Shift Options

We offer a variety of shifts across our events, from 6.5-hour to 15-hour shifts, giving you flexibility while earning extra income. We understand you may not be free for every event, but as most of our parties run on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, we’ll need you to be available for the majority of these peak shifts.

Who We’re Looking For

You’ll be a great fit if you are:

• Aged 18 years or older (due to licensing requirements)
• Flexible and willing to work evenings and weekends
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Confident and comfortable engaging with guests
• A strong team player
• Positive with a welcoming attitude
• Experienced in hospitality, catering, or events (desirable)

How to Apply

If you’re interested in joining our team, apply today! We look forward to hearing from you.