Summer Event Staff

Elmley Enterprises; Sheerness; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits you at a vibrant venue in North Kent! Join a dedicated Events and Weddings team this summer and immerse yourself in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same. As part of the Summer Events Crew, you'll engage in various hospitality roles, from setting up events to providing excellent customer service. This temporary position offers the chance to develop your skills while enjoying the lively atmosphere of events and weddings. With full training provided, you'll be well-prepared to make a positive impact on our guests' experiences. Don't miss out on the chance to be part of something special this summer!

Benefits

On-site accommodation available

Staff rewards and tips scheme

Free parking

Uniform provided

Qualifications

• Must have a full clean UK driving license and access to a vehicle.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist in event set-up and breakdown, including bar work and food service.
• Serve as a friendly point of contact for guests and assist with inquiries.

Skills

Customer Service

Flexibility

Positive Attitude

Physical Stamina

Education

18+ years of age

Tools

Card Payment System

Job description

About the Job:
Summer Events Crew
We are looking for hard-working, reliable, enthusiastic, and friendly staff to join our Events and weddings team this Summer. You will work with our events coordinator and assistant with a variety of roles available that cover all aspects of hospitality and the delivery of events. You will be based at our venue in North Kent where no two events are the same! It's a fun and lively place to work and a great team to be a part of, with the opportunity to expand your skill set. Temporary position from early May to early October 2025.

Being part of our wider events and weddings team, your duties and responsibilities will include:

1. Event set-up and breakdown
2. Bar work (basic drinks service under our licensed bar, stocking, card payment system, glass collecting)
3. Bell Tent Village set up and breakdown
4. Food Service and clearance for residential guests
5. Being a friendly point of contact to all of our guests and answering any questions, and accommodating any requests
6. Assisting our Front of House team in checking guests into our onsite accommodation
7. Working under the instruction from our Events and Weddings Manager and Coordinator

Requirements:

1. Full clean UK Driving license with access to your own vehicle at all times
2. Flexible working pattern. Evenings, weekends, and unsociable hours are required regularly
3. Customer-facing role, so a smiley, positive, and helpful attitude is a must
4. Fluent in English
5. 18+ years

This job is physically demanding and requires the ability to:

1. Ability to lift and carry up to 25 kilos, throughout longer shifts
2. Must be able to push and pull equipment of various sizes and weights
3. Must be able to kneel, bend, stoop, squat, and stretch to fulfill tasks

Full training will be given on all tasks. This is a temporary position from May to October 2025 with the potential to become permanent. Hourly wage based on experience.

Benefits:

1. On-site accommodation available
2. Staff rewards and tips scheme
3. Free parking
4. Uniform provided