Barista - Blenheim Palace

Barista – Blenheim Palace Christmas Light Trail

Location: Woodstock, Oxfordshire
Pay: £14 per hour
Contract: Temporary, Casual / Event-Based
Shifts Available: November 2026 – January 2027

Join the Team for Blenheim Palace Christmas Light Trail.

We're recruiting enthusiastic and reliable Baristas to join our team at Blenheim Palace for the spectacular Christmas Light Trail. Be part of the team delivering an unforgettable visitor experience at one of the UK's most iconic historic venues, as Blenheim Palace is transformed into a magical festive destination.

We are looking for people who are available to work five shifts per week on a rota basis, including evenings and weekends. This is a fantastic opportunity for candidates seeking regular work throughout the festive season.

Whether you're an experienced barista or looking to gain valuable hospitality experience, you'll have the opportunity to work in a lively, fast-paced environment, preparing and serving drinks to visitors enjoying the Christmas festivities.

With opportunities to work at other major sporting events, festivals and live venues across the UK, there may also be opportunities to continue working with Freemans Event Partners throughout the year.

The Role:

You'll work within busy coffee and refreshment outlets across the Blenheim Palace Christmas Light Trail, preparing and serving hot and cold drinks while delivering fast, friendly and efficient service to visitors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and serve a range of hot and cold drinks, including coffees, teas, hot chocolates and soft drinks.
• Operate coffee machines and other beverage equipment safely and efficiently.
• Deliver friendly, professional and welcoming customer service.
• Take customer orders and operate tills, processing payments accurately.
• Maintain a clean, organised and well-stocked coffee service area.
• Assist with stock replenishment and monitor supplies throughout each shift.
• Follow food hygiene, health and safety procedures at all times.
• Support with outlet setup, close-down procedures and general duties.
• Work collaboratively with your team to deliver excellent service during busy periods.

About You:

We're looking for people who:

• Have previous barista, coffee shop or hospitality experience (preferred but not essential).
• Are enthusiastic about delivering great customer service.
• Thrive in busy, fast-paced environments.
• Are reliable, punctual and hardworking.
• Enjoy working as part of a team and can use their initiative.
• Are available to work five shifts per week on a rota basis.
• Can work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Are comfortable working at an outdoor seasonal event during the winter months.

What You'll Receive:

• £14 per hour.
• Regular work opportunities throughout the Christmas season.
• Rota-based shifts, with an expectation of availability for five shifts per week.
• The opportunity to work at the spectacular Blenheim Palace Christmas Light Trail.
• A fun, energetic and supportive team environment.
• Valuable experience working at a major seasonal visitor event.
• Potential opportunities to work at other major events and venues with Freemans Event Partners.

About Freemans Event Partners:

Freemans Event Partners is an award-winning event hospitality provider, delivering exceptional food, drink and guest experiences at some of the UK's and Europe's leading sporting venues, festivals, attractions and live events.

With over 50 years of experience, we're passionate about creating unforgettable guest experiences while providing rewarding and flexible opportunities for our people.

If you're reliable, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and are available to work five shifts per week this Christmas, we'd love to hear from you!

About Freemans Event Partners:

Our Bars team specialises in complete bar services tailored to any event with a focus on driving revenue and volume whilst still upholding the highest standards. Presenting the ‘Perfect Serve’ experience with our partner brands such as Heineken UK, Moët & Chandon, Bacardi, ABinBev and Diageo. We pour over 150 types of spirits, cocktail combinations, champagne, lager and cider, and 6.2 million pints of beer every year so your customers never leave thirsty. We provide high-quality bars services for events, including festival bars, concerts, stadiums and sporting venues. We have long-standing partnerships with some of the biggest names in the event industry, including Boomtown Fair, Victorious and We Are FSTVL, as well as concert and sporting venues, including London Stadium and Twickenham Stadium.