Events steward

Job Opportunity: Wedding/House Steward
Location: Mount Edgcumbe House, PL10
Position Type: Temporary, Part-Time / Adhoc hours, Onsite.
Pay Rate: £12.26 per hour, minimum 5 hours claim per working day.
Hours: As needed, typically 5 - 7 hours per wedding, including 2 hours prior to the ceremony.
Most of the dates for the wedding season are Fridays/Saturdays from April - October 2025.

Role Overview:
If you are looking for adhoc / occasional top up hours, this could be the position for you!
Mount Edgcumbe House is a prestigious venue known for its historic charm and breathtaking surroundings. The team pride themselves on delivering exceptional experiences for our clients and guests, ensuring every detail is meticulously attended to.
Pertemps are currently seeking dedicated House Stewards to join the team. As a House Steward, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth running of wedding ceremonies and events hosted at Mount Edgcumbe House.
Your primary responsibility will be the care and protection of the House and its valuable Collection, while also providing impeccable service to the clients and their guests.

Key Responsibilities:
- Arrive onsite and be ready to go 2 hours prior to the scheduled wedding ceremony.
- Ensure the last-minute set-up of the ceremony room is completed to perfection.
- Warmly meet and greet guests, providing a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.
- Collaborate with the Wedding Coordinator to manage wedding suppliers, including accepting flower deliveries and directing photographers.
- Assist in setting up and serving refreshments after the ceremony, then efficiently breakdown the area afterwards.
- Break down the ceremony area and reset it for the following event, maintaining impeccable standards throughout.
- Reset the bridal dressing area after clients and guests have departed, ensuring it is pristine and ready for the next use.

- Qualifications and Skills:
- Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with clients, guests, and team members.
- This is a customer facing position so a high performance of customer service will be expected and required.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure and adapt to changing situations.
- Previous experience in hospitality, events, or a similar role is advantageous but not essential.
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings, based on event schedules.

Benefits:
Opportunity to work in a beautiful historic setting with a dedicated and passionate team.
Training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career in the events industry.

If you are passionate about delivering exceptional service and creating unforgettable experiences for clients and guests, we would love to hear from you!
To apply, please click below to apply now! Alternatively for more information, please call Emily on 01752 601116.

Due to the anticipated volume of applications, we are unable to notify all candidates of their application status. If you are not contacted within 14 days, you have not been shortlisted, but please keep an eye out for similar vacancies with Pertemps.