Event Assistants – Bristol Cathedral 2026

Location: Bristol Cathedral, College Green, Bristol, BS1 5TJ

Date: Saturday 14th March, 2026

Shifts: 17:30 – 23:30 (approx)

Rate of pay: £15.21 per hour (£13.57 + £1.64 holiday pay)

About:

Experience an evening of music and reflection in the serene, candlelit beauty of Bristol Cathedral. Dublin Brass, the renowned Irish brass quintet, joins international singer-songwriter Eimear Quinn, folk musician Jim Causley, and local choirs Redland Green Choir and Arnos Vocale Chamber Choir for a unique collaboration celebrating the richness of traditional Irish music and folk song.

Set within the cathedral’s soaring architecture, the concert illuminates the harmonies of voice and brass, with additional accompaniment from harp, strings, and percussion. The programme includes evocative pieces such as My Lagan Love, The Voice, Mise Éire, and music from the Oscar-nominated film Room.

Roles and Responsibilities: 

As an Event Assistant, you’ll work across bar operations and guest support throughout the evening. Typical duties include:

• Assisting with bar setup, service, and restocking
• Providing warm, professional customer service
• Supporting guest check-in, entry, and wayfinding
• Helping maintain a tidy, organised, and safe event space
• Liaising with Supervisors and venue staff to ensure smooth flow throughout the event
  

Skills and Experience:

• Previous bar, event or hospitality experience preferred
• Friendly, confident, and professional under pressure
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Reliable, adaptable, and proactive

Candidate Requirements:

• Must have the right to work in the UK
• Able to provide at least two employment references

Steps to apply:

• Existing staff – Please login and apply via your profile
• New staff – Please register on our staffing portal and create a profile to submit an application

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