Shilstone House
A lovingly restored Grade II listed Georgian manor house on a 500-acre estate in the Devon countryside, with uninterrupted views of the rolling hills and fields, acres of gardens, farmland and woodland to explore.
Shilstone is a family estate where a passion for restoration and architecture combines with a love for food, drinks and entertaining. Just outside the charming village of Modbury, Shilstone is a place for people to come together and enjoy delicious food and drinks in a wonderful setting.
The Role
We are seeking a hardworking and reliable Events Setup and Clear Up Assistant to support the smooth delivery of weddings, private events and estate functions at Shilstone House. This role is focused on preparing event spaces to a high standard before each event and ensuring all areas are cleared, reset and left organised afterwards. The ideal candidate will be practical, efficient, take pride in presentation, and work well as part of a team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Set up event spaces, including tables, chairs, linen, crockery, glassware, bars and other event furniture
- Prepare spaces for weddings, private events and other functions in line with floorplans and event briefs
- Ensure all event areas are clean, well presented and ready on time
- Support with moving furniture, equipment and supplies across the estate safely and efficiently
- Clear down event spaces after service, ensuring all items are removed, sorted and returned to the correct storage areas
- Assist with resetting spaces for following day operations or upcoming events
- Work closely with the events, housekeeping, kitchen and food and beverage teams to support smooth operations
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation and care when handling equipment and estate property
- Follow health and safety procedures at all times, including safe lifting and manual handling
- Report any damages, maintenance issues or missing items to the relevant manager
Skills & Experience:
- Previous experience in hospitality, events or a similar practical role is preferred but not essential
- Hardworking, dependable and able to work efficiently under pressure
- Good attention to detail and high standards of presentation
- Able to follow instructions and work from floorplans and setup briefs
- Physically fit and comfortable with manual tasks, including lifting and moving furniture
- Team player with a positive attitude
- Punctual, reliable and trustworthy
- Flexible approach to working hours, including evenings and weekends
- A genuine interest in hospitality and events
Additional Information:
Your own transport is essential as we are not on any bus routes
Pay & Benefits:
- Hours to be discussed, based on business needs and event schedule
- Competitive hourly rate, dependant on experience
- 50% off in the Café and Restaurant for you and a guest
- Refer a Friend scheme, if they join the team, you’ll get a thank-you bonus
- Team socials every couple of months
Regular training is provided to develop skills and experience
Work Location: In person