Part-Time Zoo Events Lead — Weddings & Conferences

LLOYD'S REGISTER INTERNATIONAL; Chester; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff pass

Free zoo entry for you

Complimentary tickets for friends/fam

Staff travel on X1 bus

Healthcare plan

Discounted gym membership

Pension scheme

Staff canteen

Online discount/cashback

Job summary

Chester Zoo is seeking an Events Team Member for the Food & Beverage area to help run weddings, parties, conferences and events at The Square and The Oakfield pub. You’ll be hands-on, ensure a world-class guest experience, and may take the lead on small conferences while supporting front-of-house duties across venues.

You’ll join a busy team with varied shifts, including weekends and evenings, and enjoy staff benefits, free zoo access, and a pension. 20 hours per week permanent contract.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills, ideally gained in a similar environment such as an event space.
• Excellent communication skills and teamwork.
• A good level of numeracy and literacy to help with taking orders, reading menus and processing payments.
• Cash handling experience.
• Ability to think on your feet and adapt to different scenarios.
• Due to licencing requirements, you must be aged 18 or older.

Responsibilities

• Assist with event setups and pack downs, ensuring spaces look their best.
• Welcome and serve guests with a friendly, professional manner.
• Support food and beverage service, including serving meals, drinks and clearing tables.
• Lead the delivery of small conferences, liaising with clients and ensuring their requirements are met.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships to support repeat business and positive feedback.
• Support front‑of‑house Food & Beverage operations within the pub and other outlets when required.
• Maintain cleanliness and presentation across event spaces and F&B areas.
• Work with colleagues and managers to deliver seamless events from start to finish.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Numeracy & literacy

Cash handling

Teamwork

18+ years old

Job description

Chester Zoo is seeking an Events Team Member for the Food & Beverage area to help run weddings, parties, conferences and events at The Square and The Oakfield pub. You’ll be hands-on, ensure a world-class guest experience, and may take the lead on small conferences while supporting front-of-house duties across venues.

You’ll join a busy team with varied shifts, including weekends and evenings, and enjoy staff benefits, free zoo access, and a pension. 20 hours per week permanent contract.