Guildhall Event Support Casual

We have an exciting opportunity for team members to join our Guildhall Events Team!

This is a casual role located at the Guildhall in Windsor, offering an hourly rate of £12.29 per hour (£13.98 inclusive of holiday pay).

About Us

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) is set in the wider county of Berkshire, one of the most economically productive and innovative areas of the country. The borough council – a unitary authority - takes pride in its exceptional team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about providing quality services to the community. RBWM is a unique borough, with huge opportunity given its proximity to London and expanding business sectors, as well as being a major cultural and tourism area which includes international attractions such as Windsor Castle, Legoland and Ascot Racecourse.

Given our Royal connections, the eyes of the world are often on us and we continue to rise to the challenge.

This is an excellent opportunity for enthusiastic Guildhall Event Support Casual Staff to join our Guildhall sales and events team.

The Role

The role reports to the Guildhall Sales & Events Coordinator and will be part of a busy team delivering weddings and events at the historic Guildhall in Windsor.

Your Role Will Involve

• Assisting with the set-up of the Council Chamber/ Ascot Room for weddings/events – this could mean moving tables and chairs and other equipment
• Meeting and greeting clients
• Serving drinks to clients
• Clearing the room post wedding/ event (collecting glasses and setting up room for next event)
• Washing and drying glasses post wedding/ event
  
  

What We Are Looking For

• You must be confident dealing with members of the public and a good communicator.
• You must be willing to work as part of a small team to deliver excellent customer service to our clients.
• The Guildhall is a Grade 1 Listed building set out over three floors and therefore you must be physically fit enough to go up and down the stairs several times during events to access the kitchen. Setting up of the event space will require some manual handling of tables and chairs.
  
  

What We Offer

• 32 days annual leave
• Generous Local Government Pension scheme includes life cover (3 times of annual salary); and an Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) scheme to enhance your pension provision.
• Free employee parking close to the offices.
• Give As You Earn scheme.
• Instant Reward Scheme to recognise and reward innovative achievement.
• Employee Assistance Programme providing counselling, advice and information.
• Access to discounts and deals with hundreds of retailers, including discounted gym memberships and travel deals.
  
  

RBWM values a collaborative and inclusive work environment, fostering creativity and innovation in all aspects of its operations. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we encourage applications from all as we believe diverse talent makes us stronger.

If you have a disability, are a current or former member of the armed forces or have been part of any formal care system up to the age of 25, you will be guaranteed an interview, should you meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Interview dates: 29 April

If you wish to discuss this position informally, please contact Tania Caiafa, Guildhall Sales & Events Coordinator on [email protected]