Sessional Venue Staff (Bars and Cloakroom)

Sessional Venue Staff (Bars and Cloakroom) in - Islington Council Skip to main content use space or down arrow not enter to open Careers home Jobs Why work here Application tips 0 Saved Jobs Log in to your account Login with Facebook Login with Google Login with LinkedIn Or Email Address: Email Address has been left blank Password: Password has been left blank Remember email address * Required Login Forgot Password? Register for an account 0 Saved Jobs Log in Log in to your account Login with Facebook Login with Google Login with LinkedIn Or Email Address: Email Address has been left blank Password: Password has been left blank Remember email address * Required Login Forgot Password? Register Careers home Jobs Why work here Application tips Sessional Venue Staff (Bars and Cloakroom) Posted on 26/10/2026 Save Job Apply Vacancy Reference Number 3297 End Date: 02 Nov 2026 at 23:59 Address 1 Not Specified All Departments Community Wealth Building All Departments has been left blank Advertising Salary £27,012 per annum / £14.80 per hour (London Living Wage) Contract Type Sessional/Casual Contract Type has been left blank Additional Contract details Not Specified Working Pattern Not Specified Home Vacancies Sessional Venue Staff (Bars and Cloakroom) ⚠ Important Recruitment Notice We are aware that some third-party websites are advertising our vacancies without our permission. To help protect your personal information, we recommend applying only through this recruitment website or via our official vacancies on LinkedIn , Indeed and Find a Job . While we occasionally advertise through other channels, these will always direct you back to our official recruitment process. If you are ever unsure whether a vacancy is genuine, please apply directly through this website or contact our Recruitment Team before submitting your application or personal information. About The Role Islington Assembly Hall (IAH) is a venue managed by Islington Council. For over 10 years, IAH has operated as a live music venue in the heart of the borough, bringing huge names to the community including Skepta, Ed Sheeran, Jack White, and Ezra Collective. As Sessional Venue Staff, you will join our bars and cloakroom team. We host around 150 live music events per year. Some experience working within a live music venue would be beneficial. This position is primarily for weekend staff , there is the opportunity to work weekday events however the role is mainly focused on weekend availability. Please note: the responsibilities in the job description cover all available roles within Sessional Venue Staff. You would not be expected to take on every role. You can let us know which roles interest you in your application or at interview. We are looking for someone with the drive to progress, with opportunities to become Bar Supervisor and Senior Bar Supervisor. You will: Have excellent customer service skills Have experience in a similar role Have an interest in music and events Have a hands-on, proactive attitude Thrive in a fast-moving environment Be looking for sessional evening work and be available March–June and Sept–Dec, especially on weekends We will: Pay a minimum of London Living Wage (£14.80) Be busy in March, April, May, June, October, November and December, with approximately 10–20 six-hour shifts per month Usually open 7–11pm for gigs; bar shifts typically run 6pm–12am, and box office 6pm–10pm Be quieter in January, February, July and August with around 3–10 six-hour shifts per month Pay wages monthly (first wage received in your second month of work) The role requires late nights, weekend work , and the possibility of some early mornings. If this sounds like it’s for you, please read the notes below before filling in the application form. Please note that the council only accepts online applications, no CVs or alternative application formats can be accepted. Ready to apply? Here’s what to do: Fill out all nec