Events Assistant

Join Our Team as a Front of House Event Colleague at The Nest!

Do you thrive in customer-facing roles and love being at the heart of the action? Are you interested in working in events and would like some hands-on experience? If so, The Nest would love to hear from you!

About Us

The Nest is one of Manchester's most vibrant and versatile event venues, hosting everything from corporate meetings and training sessions to creative networking events. We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming atmosphere and memorable experiences for every guest, and our team is key to making that happen.

Position: Front of House Event Colleague (Zero-Hour Contract)

Location: Wythenshawe

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Flexible hours to fit around your studies or other commitments
• A hands-on role where no two days are the same
• Real experience in hospitality, customer service, and event delivery
• A supportive team that values creativity, initiative, and teamwork
• Great staff perks through the Timpson Group, including holiday homes, birthday leave, and wellbeing support

What You'll Be Doing

Front of House & Guest Experience

• Welcome and assist guests, providing a warm, professional first impression
• Support with meeting and event setups, from arranging rooms to setting out refreshments
• Ensure catering areas and event spaces are clean, tidy, and well presented at all times
• Assist with events, topping up refreshments, helping with AV, and making sure everything runs smoothly
• Act as a point of contact for client queries and last-minute requests

Event & Venue Support

• Help with behind-the-scenes admin such as scheduling, signage, and feedback forms
• Support the team with social media content and promotional activity
• Take part in creative planning sessions to bring fresh ideas to events at The Nest

What Were Looking For

• A friendly, confident communicator who enjoys interacting with people
• Someone proactive, reliable, and happy to get stuck in
• Strong attention to detail and pride in presentation
• Flexibility to work a mix of daytime, evening, and occasional weekend shifts

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay
• Flexible zero-hour contract
• Experience across both front-of-house and operational sides of events
• Opportunities for growth and hands-on learning in a supportive team environment
• Fantastic Timpson Group benefits, including:
  • Access to company holiday homes
  • Staff discounts
  • A day off on your birthday
  • Health & wellbeing support

How to Apply

Send your CV and a short cover letter telling us why you'd be a great fit for the role to:[email protected]

At The Nest, we are committed to inclusivity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

If you're passionate about people, love creating great first impressions, and want to gain valuable experience in the events world, we'd love to hear from you!