Visitor Attraction Hosts / Illusions Experts / Promotions Team - Fixed Term 13th October 2025 -[...]

The Museum; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading attraction in Manchester seeks part-time 'Illusion Experts' to enhance guest experiences. Responsibilities include providing exceptional customer service, engaging with visitors, and assisting with exhibits. Ideal candidates possess strong communication and organizational skills. The role offers £13.00 per hour and is fixed-term from October 13, 2025, to January 4, 2026.

Qualifications

• Proven work experience as a Receptionist or similar role.
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide superior customer service and ensure guest satisfaction.
• Engage with guests and facilitate their experience.
• Participate in special events and promotional work.
• Monitor and maintain cleanliness in the museum.

Skills

Customer service experience

Great communication skills

Organizational skills

Proactive problem-solving

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Overview

was launched. Our young and motivated team is rapidly growing, and we invite you to join us in our mission to bring interactive, immersive, and fun experiences to everyone who is eager to have their mind blown. Illusion Expert role overview. Our Museum staff play an integral role in the success of the Museum by facilitating our exhibits, interacting with Guests of all ages, and helping to maintain our exhibits, all of which contributes greatly to the overall Guest experience at MOI Manchester. Museum general staff are called 'Illusion Experts' and they monitor museum operations for the enjoyment, safety and security of Guests and the Museum of Illusions. All staff should demonstrate exceptional customer service skills by warmly welcoming all visitors into the museum and promptly taking care of any customer needs. We welcome team members who are willing to learn new skills for the betterment of our guests. This could include seasonal activities, promotional work or providing enhanced entertainment experiences.

Responsibilities

• Present a positive and professional demeanor, as an ambassador for the Museum.
• Ensure guest satisfaction by providing superior customer service
• Engaging with guests, by offering assistance, Illusion explanations, photo taking, etc.
• Have a working knowledge of all museum exhibitions, to instruct guests and facilitate their experience.
• Participating in and/or lead special events (I.e., school field trips, group visits, birthday parties, private rentals).
• Promotional work - help the museum by participating in promotional activities such as but not limited to; Tik Tok, YouTube, Instagram.
• Keep the museum, including bathrooms, Smartshop and outdoor entryway, free of trash and debris.
• Maintain museum traffic flow
• Run museum reception area and perform all related task
• Selling tickets, and museum merchandise.
• Restocking the Smartshop and merchandise
• Monitor Smart Playroom - replacing missing parts, changing instruction stickers, price tags, and providing "first contact" customer service to visitors - answer visitors' questions, solve refunds and discount inquiries.

Qualifications

• Proven work experience as a Receptionist, Front Office/Customer Experience Representative or similar role;
• Customer service experience preferred;
• Great communication skills;
• Ability to be resourceful and proactive when issues arise;
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills; and
• Ability to work under pressure and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Proficiency in English language

Applicant note

If you don\'t think you meet all the criteria but are still interested in the job, please apply. Nobody checks every box - we\'re looking for candidates that are particularly strong in a few areas and have some interest and capabilities in others.

Role details

• Visitor Attraction Hosts / Illusions Experts / Promotions Team - Fixed Term Role
• 13th October 2025 - 4th January 2026
• Work Location: Museum of Illusions Manchester
• Positions Available: Part-Time
• Rate of Pay: £13.00ph
• Hours: 10 & 16 hour contracts available - must be able to work weekends.
• Interviews: Assessment Centres are scheduled to take place week commencing Monday 6th October.
• Holiday Blackout Dates: No holiday between 13th October and 2nd November, or 15th December and 4th January.
• Opening Times: From 9am - 10pm, depending on time of year. The museum is open every day of the year except Christmas Day.
• About us: Museum of Illusions is the world\'s largest and fastest-growing museum chain with over 52 locations in 26 countries, and big plans for further expansion.