Bar Staff – Royal Ascot 2026
Event Details:
Event Dates: Thursday 18th – Saturday 20th June 2026
Shift Length: Typically 8–10 hours
Selection Process: Short video interview required prior to booking.
Pay Rate: Competitive hourly rate + holiday pay
We are recruiting a professional and energetic team of Bar Staff to support operations during the busiest and most exciting days of Royal Ascot 2026. Royal Ascot is renowned for its vibrant atmosphere, premium hospitality, and exceptional guest experience.
This opportunity is ideal for individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy working as part of a team, and take pride in delivering excellent customer service.
The Role:
As part of the Bar Team, you will play an important role in delivering efficient and friendly drinks service across busy event bars and hospitality areas throughout Royal Ascot week.
You will help maintain high service standards while supporting a smooth and enjoyable experience for guests during peak trading periods.
Key Responsibilities:
* Serve beer, wine, spirits, champagne, cocktails, and soft drinks efficiently.
* Deliver friendly, approachable, and professional customer service.
* Maintain clean, organised, and well-stocked bar areas.
* Support with restocking, glass collection, and general bar operations.
* Operate tills and handle payments accurately.
* Work collaboratively with the wider event team.
* Maintain excellent personal presentation and professionalism throughout the event.
Guest Experience Focus:
At Royal Ascot, guest experience is at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for individuals who can contribute to a welcoming, energetic, and enjoyable atmosphere across all event spaces.
Successful candidates will demonstrate:
* A positive and engaging approach to customer service.
* Confidence working in busy environments.
* Strong teamwork and communication skills.
* The ability to remain calm under pressure.
* Reliability, professionalism, and a strong work ethic.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
We are looking for individuals who:
* Are available to work Thursday 18th, Friday 19th, and Saturday 20th June 2026.
* Enjoy working in lively, fast-paced event environments.
* Have a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
* Are reliable, punctual, and well presented.
* Work well as part of a team.
* Feel confident interacting with guests and customers.
Previous bar or customer-facing experience is beneficial, but not essential, as training and support will be provided.
Strong performers may also be prioritised for future opportunities across other major sporting, music, and hospitality events throughout the season with Freemans Event Partners.
If you enjoy live events, flexible work, and being part of a high-energy team, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now to register your interest.
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.