Bar and waiting staff - Newmarket Racecourse

NOW HIRING – BAR & WAITING STAFF FOR NEWMARKET RACECOURSE

Casual Work | Starting from £12.60 per hour | Flexible Shifts | Join Our Hospitality Team for the 2025/26 Race Season

Constellation is looking for enthusiastic, reliable, and customer-focused individuals to join our hospitality team for the exciting upcoming race season. We’re recruiting bar and waiting staff on a casual basis, with flexible shifts available on race days and at private events held throughout the season. Whether you're looking for part-time work to fit around studies or other commitments, or you're experienced in hospitality and want to be part of an exciting, high-energy team - we want to hear from you!

Pay starts from £12.60 per hour, with potential for higher rates for team leaders or those with extended responsibilities. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a prestigious venue, meet great people, and gain valuable experience in a fast-paced event environment.

Job Roles & Responsibilities:

Bar Staff Duties Include:

• Setting up and stocking bar areas before events begin
• Serving a range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages efficiently and responsibly
• Taking customer orders, handling cash and card payments using POS systems
• Maintaining a clean and organised bar space throughout service
• Complying with Challenge 25 and all licensing laws
• Assisting with pack down and closing procedures at the end of events
• Providing friendly, professional, and attentive customer service at all times

Waiting Staff Duties Include:

• Preparing and setting up tables, hospitality suites, and private boxes before service
• Welcoming guests, taking food and drink orders, and serving them promptly
• Communicating effectively with kitchen and bar teams to ensure smooth service
• Clearing tables, resetting areas, and maintaining cleanliness throughout service
• Supporting VIP and corporate hospitality with professional, high-standard service
• Remaining polite, positive, and customer-focused throughout busy periods

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience in bar work, table waiting, or event catering is preferred
• Confidence, excellent communication skills, and a positive attitude
• Ability to work efficiently as part of a team in a busy environment
• Flexibility to work daytime, evening, and weekend shifts based on event schedules
• A professional appearance and strong customer service skills
• Must be able to make your own way to and from Newmarket Racecourse – public transport availability may vary depending on race times

Shifts:

Casual work across race days and events (including weekends and weekdays). Shifts typically range from 4 to 10 hours depending on event size and job role. Race days are scheduled throughout the racing calendar, and full shift availability will be provided in advance.