Paid Live-In Hospitality Internship (Live-in)
Full-time | Live-in Position | £12,000 per year including accommodation
Start Date: Mid to Late August 2026
River Arts Club is a calm, creative retreat set on the banks of the Thames in Maidenhead, Berkshire. As we transition from a boutique hotel into an exciting new members’ club, we are looking for a warm, organised and proactive Hospitality Intern to join our small and dedicated team.
This is a unique live-in opportunity for someone who enjoys hospitality, takes pride in creating exceptional guest experiences, and is excited by the prospect of growing with a business during an important period of transformation, as well as searching for an opportunity to learn new skills.
The Role
As an intern, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of River Arts Club, ensuring guests feel welcomed, cared for and supported throughout their stay. You will be comfortable taking initiative, managing multiple responsibilities, and working both independently and collaboratively as part of a close-knit team.
Key Responsibilities
- Responding promptly and professionally to guest requests and enquiries
- Managing overnight bookings and supporting the reservations process
- Overseeing general hotel maintenance and reporting any issues
- Ensuring all public spaces are clean, tidy and beautifully presented
- Preparing and serving a light breakfast for guests
- Training, supporting and managing volunteers and housekeeping staff
- Managing stock lists and ordering supplies as required
- Assisting with the smooth day-to-day operation of the property
- Maintaining high standards of hospitality, cleanliness and guest care
- Adapting to new responsibilities as the business evolves into a members’ club
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
- Friendly, professional and guest-focused
- Highly organised and able to manage multiple tasks
- Comfortable working independently and making decisions
- A strong team player with excellent communication skills
- Flexible and adaptable in a dynamic, evolving role
- Experienced in hospitality, housekeeping, hotel operations or a similar environment
- Confident in training and managing volunteers or staff
- Proactive in identifying and solving problems
- Ideally, the chosen candidate will have experience in a variety of front of house/ hospitality roles to fit the dynamic nature of this role position
- Proven experience in a 4/5 star hospitality environment is essential!
What We Offer
- A full-time live-in position at River Arts Club
- Private bedroom and private bathroom accommodation
- £12,000 per year, including accommodation
- Five shifts per week with two varied days off
- A three-month probationary period
- A start date in mid to late August 2026
- The opportunity to be part of an exciting business transition and grow with the club
- A supportive and creative working environment in a unique riverside setting
If you are passionate about hospitality and would like to be part of the next chapter of River Arts Club, we would love to hear from you.
To apply, please send your CV and a short cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you would be a great fit for this role to reservations@riverartsclub.com.
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