Seasonal Actors & Event Staff Wanted for Pumpkinfest, Halloween & Christmas at The Walled Garden & The Hellfire Caves in West Wycombe
Location: The Walled Garden, Chorley Road, West Wycombe
Dates: Pumpkinfest 13th -29th October // Halloween 18th - 2nd Nov // Santa's Grotto 21st Nov - 24th Dec
Job Description:
We are seeking fun loving, enthusiastic, presentable, and customer-focused individuals to join our team for the upcoming seasonal events. We have plenty of roles available from front door hosting to jump-scare acting! This is a big recruitment project and we are a small team, so please read before applying!
Key Responsibilities:
Customer Experience & Service: Greet and assist visitors, ensuring a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Take payments where necessary.
Event Support: Help with setting up and maintaining event spaces, including Halloween decorations, pumpkin displays, and Christmas tree arrangements.
Heavy Lifting: Assist with the physical setup and takedown of event materials, including moving pumpkins, setting up displays, and handling Christmas trees.
Presentation: Maintain a presentable and professional appearance at all times costume work may be required.
Confidence: Engage with visitors confidently, providing information and assistance as needed.
General Helpfulness: Be proactive in offering help to visitors and colleagues to ensure smooth event operations.
Qualifications:
- Strong customer service skills and a friendly demeanor.
- Ability to perform heavy lifting and handle physical tasks.
- Confidence in interacting with a diverse range of visitors.
- Flexibility to work during peak times, including weekends and holidays.
- Previous event or customer service experience is a plus.
- For acting roles - acting experience!
Perks:
- Enjoy the beautiful surroundings of The Walled Garden.
- Be part of a fun and dynamic team.
- Experience the joy of creating memorable moments for our visitors.
- Eat & drink free on shift - (one free meal per shift, unlimited hot drinks & cold soft drinks)
- Free parking on site
NOTE: We already have a Santa, and a Grinch!
The Walled Garden in West Wycombe is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Join us this season and help create magical experiences at The Walled Garden!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 2 months
Pay: £13.00-£20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 16 – 45 per week
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: WGEVENT
Expected start date: 18/10/2025
