Christmas Event Barista – Blenheim Palace
Freemans Event Partners
·Today
- Salary
- £14+/hr
- Location
- Woodstock, Oxfordshire, GB
- Type
- Temporary
- Department
- Marketing
- Source
- BetterTeam
Description
Christmas Event Barista – Blenheim Palace.
Location: Blenheim Palace, Woodstock, Oxfordshire.
Contract: Casual / Event-Based.
Event Dates: November 2026 – January 2027.
Shifts: Evenings, weekends and selected bank holidays.
Pay: £14.00 per hour + holiday pay.
Contract: Casual / Event-Based.
Event Dates: November 2026 – January 2027.
Shifts: Evenings, weekends and selected bank holidays.
Pay: £14.00 per hour + holiday pay.
About the Job:
Join Our Barista Team at Blenheim Palace This Christmas!
We are looking for experienced, friendly and enthusiastic Baristas to join our team supporting the spectacular Christmas events at Blenheim Palace this festive season!
Working as part of our busy event hospitality team, you will be preparing and serving delicious barista-quality coffees, hot chocolates and other hot and cold drinks to visitors enjoying the magical Christmas Light Trail and festive celebrations at one of the UK's most beautiful and historic venues.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a truly special setting, surrounded by stunning Christmas lights and a wonderful festive atmosphere, while gaining valuable experience in the events and hospitality industry.
If you're an experienced Barista who loves making great coffee, enjoys meeting new people and thrives in a busy environment, we'd love to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
- Preparing and serving high-quality coffees, including lattes, cappuccinos, flat whites and other speciality drinks.
- Operating professional coffee machines and equipment confidently and efficiently.
- Preparing and serving hot chocolates, teas and other festive hot and cold beverages.
- Providing excellent customer service to visitors enjoying the Christmas festivities.
- Taking customer orders and processing payments accurately.
- Maintaining a clean, tidy and well-stocked coffee station.
- Supporting stock replenishment and general beverage service duties.
- Working efficiently during busy festive events and peak service periods.
- Working effectively as part of a team to deliver a fantastic customer experience.
- Following all food hygiene, health and safety procedures.
What We're Looking For:
- Previous Barista experience is essential, including confidence using professional espresso machines.
- Experience preparing a variety of coffees to a high standard.
- Ability to work quickly and efficiently during busy service periods.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills.
- A friendly, enthusiastic and positive attitude.
- Reliable, punctual and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
- Comfortable working outdoors in cold winter conditions.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and throughout the festive period.
- The ability to travel reliably to and from Blenheim Palace, including evening finishes.
- A willingness to get stuck in and support the wider team when needed.
What We Offer:
- Flexible, casual shifts throughout the Christmas season.
- Opportunities for additional Barista work throughout 2027.
- A friendly and supportive team environment.
- Valuable experience working at one of the UK's most iconic historic venues.
- The chance to be part of a spectacular Christmas Light Trail and festive celebrations.
- Opportunities to work at other major events and venues across the UK.
- The opportunity to develop your Barista and hospitality skills.
Interested?:
If you're an experienced Barista who loves making great coffee, enjoys working with people and would love to be part of the Christmas magic at Blenheim Palace, we'd love to hear from you!
Whether you're looking for additional work alongside your studies, another job or simply want to earn some extra money over the festive season, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Apply today to join the Freemans Event Partners Christmas Barista Team at Blenheim Palace!
Skills
Customer ServiceBarista