Summer Visitor Services Assistant/Warden
(Buckingham Palace 2024)
Apply now for an amazing opportunity to support the 2024 Summer Opening of Buckingham Palace. Your everyday summer job can become truly exceptional.
Since 1993, Buckingham Palace has opened its doors every summer to welcome thousands of visitors from around the World. By joining our exceptional Visitor Services team, you will play a pivotal role in creating an extraordinary experience.
As a Warden, you'll welcome visitors from around the world, answering their questions, enriching their visit and ensuring the safety and security of the site. After full training you’ll have the skills you need to excel in your position and to enjoy an extraordinary summer experience.
Responsibilities:
· Warmly welcome visitors and provide them with information about our sites.
· Provide exceptional customer service, always maintaining a friendly and professional demeanour.
· Ensure the safety and security of the visitors and the site.
· Carry out a variety of duties along the visitor route, as well as working in the magnificent State Rooms.
· Work collaboratively as a team to ensure the smooth flow of visitors along the route.
What You’ll Bring:
· A naturally friendly, welcoming and professional attitude.
· Excellent communication and customer service skills.
· Proven team player, able to work flexibly and adapt to changing circumstances.
· Comfortable working on your feet, both indoors and outdoors.
· Ability to work at pace in a busy environment.
What We Offer:
· Competitive pay of £13.15 per hour.
· Enjoy a complimentary lunch during your shift.
· Full training provided ahead of the public opening, seamlessly integrated into the contract period.
· The opportunity to join a large, friendly and sociable team.
· A range of other benefits including complimentary tickets to Royal Collection Trust sites and 20% discount at Royal Collection Trust shops.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 5 months
Salary: £13.15 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 35 per week
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
Work Location: In person