*This role is perfect for students looking for work in summer or anyone saving for travelling
Event Crew
Columbia Events is a complete bar operation serving a variety of exciting events and venues.
From well-established sporting arenas to boutique festivals, providing first rate service everywhere they operate is what they pride themselves on. With 2026 set to be their busiest summer to date, an opportunity has arisen for energetic, keen event crew/bar staff to join the team to make it the best season to date.
The Role
We are looking for an enthusiastic and organised team members to join Columbia Events as we head towards our busy summer of events. Perfect event/festival work for students looking to have fun whilst earning this summer.
Event/hospitality experience is preferred but not necessary, you will be provided with required training and resources. However an eagerness to learn and an aptitude to learn in fast paced environments is vital.
The job will cover a variety of roles, but your main task will be to collaborate with team members to build and operate an efficient bar service therefore a positive and practical mindset is essential.
Your core tasks will include:
- Provide a first-class, efficient bar service
- Setting up bars including construction work and heavy lifting
- Stock movement & monitoring throughout event
- Building and breakdown of bar infrastructure pre and post events
- Build a strong working relationship with the team
There will also be opportunities to…
- Develop your knowledge of the bar, event and festival industries
- Progress in all elements of event/bar operations and take on more responsibility
- Help the team develop content through photoshoots and event videography
We are looking for someone who…
- Loves; working with people, problem solving, thriving under pressure and seeing something through to the end
- Is sociable and personable, with an enthusiastic and positive mentality
- Working efficiently and with initiative
- Is organised and practical
- Loves to travel and work on different locations
- Isn’t adverse to long shifts and being on your feet all day
What experience and skills you might have…
- Confident communication skills
- Undergraduate level education level preferable but not necessary
- Previous hospitality/retail experience is desirable but not essential
- An ability to organise your own workflow and timeline
- A proven team player who is happy to have a go at anything!
What you get back…
- Competitive pay
- Fun, flexible working environment
- Opportunities to develop and learn about other areas of the business
- Option to work throughout the year
- Opportunity to work at exciting events throughout the country
Additional requirements…
- Must be eligible to work in the UK
- Driving licence is essential, own vehicle is desirable
- Must be available to work weekends and evenings during events
Job Types: Temporary contract, Fixed term contract, Freelance
Contract length: 5 months with additional work available
Day rate: £130 - £200
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: Based near Maidstone but on the road all summer.
To apply for these positions, please email your CV and confirm your availability for work this summer.
Job Types: Temporary, Commission
Pay: £135.00-£200.00 per day
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
