Temporary Event Staff
Career Integrity & Compliance Audit Report
This vacancy has been independently reviewed by the OppaJob Transatlantic Career Intelligence Desk to confirm authentic direct employer recruiting, verify compensation transparency, and eliminate applicant processing fees.
Transatlantic Cost of Living & Purchasing Power Benchmark
Compare US ($) vs UK (£) Salary & Net Take-Home Pay
Calculate tax deductions, living costs, and purchasing power parity across US & UK metros.
Position Overview & Specifications
We are looking for experienced and enthusiastic Event Staff to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing excellent customer service, setting up and breaking down event spaces, and ensuring that all guests have a positive experience. The ideal candidate will have experience in the hospitality industry, strong communication skills, and the ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure that all event areas are clean and presentable.
- Greet guests and answer any questions they may have.
- Assist with setting up and breaking down of event areas.
- Assist with food and beverage service.
- Ensure that all event materials are properly distributed.
- Provide assistance to guests in locating their seats or other areas of the event.
- Ensure that all safety protocols are followed during the event.
Opt has been formed by a team of passionate hospitality professionals with decades of first hand experience within various roles and establishments. This enables us to see staffing requirements from the employers perspective which is why we have designed Optimal to deliver a unique, tailored and optimized experience. Through dedicated account managers and trailblazing technologies to support its no wonder so many are opting for us!.
Our organisation is currently seeking outgoing and diligent individuals to help contribute to the success of our on site delivery across Manchester’s best hospitality venues. The ideal candidate has prior experience serving customers in a high-volume setting, and understands the importance of being able to work with minimal direction. We're looking for an upbeat personality with a positive versatile approach to work.
Responsibilities:
- Provide guests with fast and accurate service.
- Demonstrate a knowledge of basic food and beverage selections
- Present an image of professionalism in appearance and conduct.
- Accept responsibility for completing tasks.
- Provide guests with additional assistance when necessary.
- Be courteous when interacting with the public.
- Quickly adapt to newly assigned roles as directed by the venue management
Job Types: Freelance, Zero hours contract
Salary: £10.90-£13.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexitime
Schedule:
- Flexitime
- Weekend availability
Experience:
- Customer Service: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: On the road
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Temporary Event Staff roles across Optimal Hires's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £11 - £14 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
Explore Related Opportunities (United Kingdom)
Other high-paying verified positions matching your industry profile.
Principal Data Analytics Specialist
Senior Clinical Diagnostic Radiographer
Senior Site Reliability & Kubernetes Engineer (SRE)
Consultant Acute Care Physician (General Medicine)
Head of Cyber Security & Zero Trust Architecture
Apply for this Position
Receive high-paying General openings directly to your inbox.