At a Glance
- Tasks: Serve drinks, take payments, and keep the bar buzzing at a lively festival.
- Company: Join a vibrant team at an exciting outdoor music event in Norwich.
- Benefits: Earn up to £12.71 per hour while enjoying live music and meeting new people.
- Other info: Bring your friends along for a fun work experience together!
- Why this job: Experience the thrill of working at a festival and make unforgettable memories.
- Qualifications: Must be 18+, reliable, and ready to work in a fast-paced environment.
The predicted salary is between 10.8 - 13.2 £ per hour.
Dates: Thursday 20 August – Sunday 23 August
Location: Earlham Road, Norwich
Pay: £11.00 per hour for ages 18–20; £12.71 per hour for ages 21+
Days available: Up to four
Shift times:
- Thursday: 3:00pm–12:00am
- Friday: 3:00pm–12:00am
- Saturday: 12:00pm–12:00am
- Sunday: 12:00pm–12:00am
We are recruiting bartenders and bar backs for a busy outdoor music event in Norwich. This is a brilliant opportunity to meet amazing new people from the local area, work in a lively atmosphere and enjoy some awesome live music while earning money.
Available roles:
- Bartender
- Bar back
Key responsibilities:
- Serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks
- Taking payments accurately and efficiently
- Checking identification and following licensing requirements
- Restocking drinks, ice and other bar supplies
- Keeping the bar and service areas clean, safe and organised
- Supporting colleagues during busy service periods
- Following all training, hygiene, licensing and health and safety procedures
Requirements:
- Applicants must be aged 18 or over due to licensing requirements
- Work confidently and efficiently in a busy environment
- Communicate clearly in English for customer service, training and health and safety purposes
- Be reliable, punctual and comfortable working as part of a team
- Be able to stand for extended periods
- Be available for the full duration of each agreed shift
- Arrange their own transport to and from the venue
Previous bar or hospitality experience is helpful but not essential.
Punctuality: You must arrive before your scheduled start time, allowing enough time to check in and be ready to begin work promptly. Late arrivals may be turned away and will not be paid for the missed shift.
Transport: Staff are responsible for arranging their own travel to and from the venue. Shift times may be subject to operational changes, so please consider this when making travel arrangements.
Uniform: Staff must wear plain black casual clothing with minimal or no visible branding:
- Black jeans, trousers, shorts, skirts or leggings
- Plain black T-shirt
- Comfortable, closed-toe black shoes or trainers
- Dark jumper or hoodie for colder weather
Tracksuits, heels, flip-flops, Crocs and open-toed footwear are not permitted.
How to apply: Please submit an application and confirm:
- Which dates you are available
- Whether you are applying with friends
- Any previous bar, hospitality or event experience (don’t worry if this will be your first time)
Festival Bar Staff in Earlham employer: MFK Recruitment
As a leading workplace equipment supplier, this award-winning organisation offers a dynamic and supportive work culture that prioritises innovation and customer satisfaction. Employees benefit from competitive salaries, a bonus structure, and the flexibility of remote work, alongside opportunities for professional growth and development within a thriving B2B market. The company's commitment to employee well-being and success makes it an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
