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Summer seasonal jobs in United Kingdom

  • Reception Coordinator – Administration
    Reception Coordinator – Administration
    5 hours ago
    £23500–£26000 yearly
    Full-time
    Whitechapel, Tower Hamlets

    Reception Coordinator – Administration Location: Stepney Green, E1 4DT (This is a fully office based role) Salary: £23,500 - £26,000 Vacancy Type: Permanent, Monday to Friday 10am to 6pm, Saturday 11am to 5pm (You will get 1 day off during the week to compensate working on Saturday) Are you looking for a fresh challenge? Can you start at short notice? You will play a central role in ensuring the smooth operation of their office administration tasks, from general admin, general reception duties and H&S duties. You need to have reception or administration experienced, or both and be reliable and with good written and verbal customer service skills. Want more details about what you will be doing? Great - read on! Meet and greeting visitors, ensure the visitor log is completed and advising departments on their visitor’s arrival, as well as sending customer feedback emails. Receiving, signing and informing or distributing to relevant departments via Teams. Answer and direct calls via various platforms and assist tenants with queries, booking appointments or directing them in as to speak to the relevant persons. Assisting clients by explaining various lettings processes, collecting and informing them of what documentation is needed, taking any pending payments, distributing keys and feeding information back to the rest of the admin department. Assisting tenants with final account balance checks and end of tenancy payments outstanding. Send out various documents to landlords and tenants information requirements. Is your skill set? Excellent telephone manor and face to face customer service aptitude is a must. Great computer skill and knowledge of systems such as Word, Excel, Teams, Microsoft. Excellent communicator in both verbal and written English. 2 years established previous experience in reception and administration duties. Have a strong and confident nature, able to multitask and prioritise in a busy fast paced environment. Have great time management and organisational skills What we offer you! A open plan vibrant office with music, and fresh fruit available every day. Staff Benefits such as discounts in shops, restaurants, entertainment establishments, GP, Counselling and Wellness access, and regular paid for eye sight test. Additional annual leave, and SSP top up pay accrued with length of service* A day off for your birthday, and a wellness day off per year* Company closure between Christmas to New Year* Summer party as well as the annual winter party (*terms & conditions apply) To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for City Rooms, please don’t hesitate to apply.

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  • Festival Crew
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    Festival Crew
    1 day ago
    £17 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Join DOME on Tour – Summer 2026 as we hit the biggest music festivals across the UK with our brands: Truffle Burger, Frank* Hot Dogs, Meraki Greek, Okko Katsu and Lucky’s Chicken. Twelve teams. 7 people per team. Huge crowds, huge volume, huge fun. DOME creates exciting, high-energy places where people come together, spanning nationwide festivals, meanwhile spaces on the Southbank, pop-ups, catering, and events across London, alongside our two Truffle Burger restaurants in central London. We design, deliver, and operate vibrant, food-led destinations, working with our own in-house brands and a curated network of national and international partners. Our brands are quick-service and crowd-led, known for decadent, delicious and creative menus. By bringing together independent concepts under one roof, we create memorable, high-impact experiences that activate spaces and attract diverse audiences. Each summer, we build dedicated teams to work across London’s biggest and best-loved festivals, running experience-led food halls with our six in-house brands. What begins in London’s street-food scene becomes a full festival season, working alongside a large team to build vibrant food spaces and deliver high-energy service to huge crowds. Festival life is fast-paced and demanding, with long shifts and big volumes, but it’s also hugely rewarding. You’ll work closely with your team throughout the summer, sharing late nights, headline artists, crew access, and the kind of moments and friendships that only come from festival life. It’s hard work, high adrenaline, and completely unforgettable — a season you’ll remember long after the final service. We’re looking for • Experienced festival + quick-service pros only – you must have worked on food units at speed and volume., • Available full-time for the full season (May–September 2026)., • Full legal right to work in the UK for full-time work., • Confident, resourceful, and ready for an intense, unforgettable summer!, • Unit Managers – kitchen/chef-manager background, people-focused, on top of every moving part., • Supervisors – able to run shifts, manage 6–11 staff, support managers with admin., • Line Cooks – fast, clean, organised; grill experience essential., • Front of House – manage massive queues, know the menu, deliver energetic, memorable service. You can expect • Full time - permanent roles - career progression when the Summer ends., • Big, fast, high adrenaline fueled shifts - typically double shifts., • Camping, travelling, and working alongside your team all summer., • Major UK festivals from London to the South Coast and Manchester to Glasgow., • A summer of music, connections, great food and serious graft. What we provide • Camping equipment and accommodation (camper vans welcome), • Uniform & training, • Competitive pay for seasoned festival workers, • Sales-based bonuses If you thrive in fast service, love festivals, and can commit to the whole season - apply now!

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  • Experienced Pizza Chefs
    Experienced Pizza Chefs
    4 days ago
    £16–£17 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    We are looking for experienced, passionate Pizza Chefs to join our teams (in Battersea Park, Clapham Common and Lincoln's Inn Fields) for our busy spring/summer season! Our pizza dough is made in-house by our team of talented bakers, and our pizza chefs create delicious, seasonal toppings to complement the fabulous crispy bases! We opened our first cafe in 2016 and quickly built a fantastic reputation in Battersea Park. In 2021, we launched our second site on Clapham Common, and in 2024 we opened our third cafe in Lincoln’s Inn Fields. We are known for our signature menus of thoughtfully crafted cafe-style dishes, bringing a fresh, seasonal and innovative approach to London’s cafe scene. As a pizza chef, you will be running your own section and will be responsible for prepping toppings and garnishes, as well as making the pizzas during service. Consistency and quality are key to our production. It is essential that you are well organised, with a keen eye for detail and consistency, to be able to maintain our high standards. You will work closely with Front of House, Kitchen, Bakery and KPs - we are one big family team at Pear Tree Cafe and we like everyone to be involved! Requirements: • ability to work in a busy kitchen service, • quality assurance, • attention to detail and consistency, • health, safety and hygiene, • compliance with statutory regulations and legislation, • minimum of 1 year as a pizza chef, • creativity, bringing new ideas to the table, • boundless energy and enthusiasm, • positive “can-do” attitude, • availability between now and September, • weekend availability (as a park cafe, weekends are our busiest periods, so weekend availability is a must!) If this sounds like the perfect job for you, please get in touch!

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  • Festival Manager
    Festival Manager
    4 days ago
    Full-time
    London

    Chickenish is looking for an experienced Event and Festival Manager to join our growing team for the 2026 summer season and beyond. Working closely with the owner and core management team, you will oversee festival and event operations from planning through to delivery, ensuring smooth, professional and high-energy service on site. We trade at some of the UK’s leading festivals and events, and this role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, understands festival logistics, and enjoys leading teams on the ground. We are building a long term team as the company continues to grow, with exciting plans ahead. Key Responsibilities: • Staff rota planning and team coordination, • Strong understanding of food hygiene systems and operational standards, • Stock management, ordering and supplier communication, • Festival setup and pack down, • Ensuring equipment is cleaned, maintained and ready for future use, • Liaising with CPU and suppliers to manage stock flow, • Communicating with site managers and event organisers, • Overseeing daily opening and closing procedures, • Managing daily cash outs and reporting Requirements: • Proven experience working in festivals or large scale events is essential, • Strong organisational and leadership skills, • Ability to stay calm and solution focused in high pressure environments, • Driving licence preferred What We Offer: • Above average London Living Wage, • Approx. 40 hours per week on average across the summer season, with peak activity from May to September, • A supportive and positive company culture, • A wellbeing strategy being implemented this year, with a focus on team care, • Long term opportunities as we continue expanding our festival presence If you’re passionate about events, great food, and building something exciting with a committed team, we’d love to hear from you.

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  • Door Host / Hostess
    Door Host / Hostess
    7 days ago
    £17–£21 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    We are looking for a confident, well-presented and charismatic Door Host to become the face of our venue. This is a key front-of-house role responsible for creating a warm first impression while maintaining strong control of the door during busy service periods, especially throughout the summer season. Working alongside the security team, you will manage guest flow, uphold venue standards and make professional decisions on entry, ensuring every guest experiences exceptional hospitality from the moment they arrive. Key Responsibilities • Welcome and host guests with a friendly, professional and engaging attitude, • Manage the main entrance and reception area during service, • Work closely with security to monitor entry and maintain venue standards, • Confidently assess guest entry in line with company policies, • Control queues and guest flow during peak hours, • Provide information about bookings, events and seating availability, • Handle high-volume, fast-paced service while maintaining composure, • Represent the venue’s image through excellent presentation and professionalism What We’re Looking For • Strong, confident personality with a bubbly and approachable nature, • Excellent communication and decision-making skills, • Passion for hospitality and guest experience, • Ability to remain calm and assertive in busy environments, • Highly organised, responsible and reliable, • Flexible availability including evenings, weekends and peak seasonal periods, • Previous hosting, reception, VIP hosting or luxury hospitality experience preferred

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  • Operations & Lead Housekeeper – Boutique Stays (Chessington)
    Operations & Lead Housekeeper – Boutique Stays (Chessington)
    26 days ago
    £30000–£38000 yearly
    Full-time
    Chessington

    Pay: £30,000.00-£38,000.00 per year Job Description: Please read carefully before applying. This is a hands-on role. We operate a small portfolio of high-end boutique accommodation in the Chessington area and are looking for a hands-on Operations & Lead Housekeeper to take full ownership of day-to-day operations. This role includes cleaning, laundry, ironing, basic maintenance, weekend work, and occasional out-of-hours guest communication. There is a base salary of £16,200 (£1350 per month) and then a share of revenue (also paid monthly). So good perfomance, ownership and care for customer will increase pay. ⸻ Key Responsibilities • Personally clean and prepare two accommodation units to a high standard, • Manage laundry, ironing, linen organisation, and keep the laundry room tidy, • Order new linen and supplies proactively, • Carry out basic maintenance and repairs and arrange specialist contractors when needed, • Find, manage, schedule, and quality-check part-time cleaner(s) as required, • Ensure cleaning standards are maintained across all units and step in when cover is needed Working Pattern (Important) • This is not a 9–5, Monday–Friday role, • Workload is seasonal: summer is significantly busier than winter, • Holiday time cannot usually be taken during busy periods and should be planned for quieter months, • There will be quieter days with no changeovers, where you may work from home handling guest messages and admin, • Weekend availability is essential (weekends are almost always booked) Requirements (Essential) • Lives locally to Chessington (or very close by), • Own car required, • Experience in housekeeping, hospitality, or property operations, • Comfortable with hands-on cleaning and physical work, • Confident organising and managing other cleaners ⸻ About You • Takes pride in making spaces look flawless, welcoming, and beautifully presented, • Loves making guests feel comfortable, relaxed, and genuinely cared for, • Is kind, sincere, and a great fit for a small, friendly team culture, • Is reliable, punctual, and proactive, with the confidence to take initiative, • Enjoys responsibility and ownership rather than rigid routines Hours & Pay • Typically 25–35 hours per week (varies with bookings), • Flexible working pattern depending on occupancy This role suits someone who values flexibility, ownership, and high standards rather than fixed office hours. Please only apply if you are comfortable with all aspects described above. Ready to Join? If this role sounds like a good fit, we’d love to hear from you. We offer a paid trial with immediate start, giving you the opportunity to experience the role firsthand and ensure it’s the right fit for both sides. Thank you for taking the time to read the advert — we look forward to reviewing your application. Kind regards, Matt

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