Yippee Tents have been creating boutique camps at the UK's best outdoor events since 2018. Our concept blends the magic of sleeping under canvas with some of the special touches you might find in a boutique hotel.
Crew members work to create Yippee Tents' temporary event accommodation by setting up and dressing structures, maintaining structures during the event, and setting down and packing away stock ready to be loaded. This role involves very physical work, including carrying heavy items, as well as attention to detail and a good customer facing attitude.
We accept applications from NI, ROI and mainland UK.
Start date: From May - September 2026
Location: Onsite at events around the UK and Ireland. Company store is based in Antrim, Co. Antrim. As we accept applications from throughout the UK and Ireland, staff are not required to be available for store work depending on location.
Reporting to: Crew Supervisors, Reception Manager, Operations Manager
Dates: Project-based
Benefits
* Free festival/event tickets available
* Standard pay rate
* Catering, accommodation and transportation costs to and from site provided by Yippee Tents
Responsibilities:
Prior to the event: Under guidance of the Crew/ CS/ Operations Manager, assist with unloading and storing stock in preparation for the build; plot and erect structures; furnish and dress structures; make beds neatly; clear site ready for event to go live
During check-in days: Under guidance of the Reception Manager provide a porter service and assist customers with their bags and check-in
During event: Under guidance of the Reception Manager and/ or Shift Manager, prioritise and complete daily maintenance tasks, maintain and organise stock storage areas, help fix or troubleshoot any problems with structures and airbeds.
Post event: Under guidance of the Crew/ CS/ Operations Manager, assist with the first stages of the breakdown; including stripping decorations and bedding; remove furnishings and dressings; set down and pack away structures; organise stock in preparation for loading; assist with loading of lorries.
Key skills required:
* Ability to take instruction, use initiative and communicate well with fellow crew members.
* Ability to carry out physical work and lift heavy items.
* Hardworking, and a willingness to do what it takes to get the job done
* Good attention to detail, and a desire to complete a job to a high standard
* A flexible and adaptable approach to work
* Desire to work and live outdoors in often adverse weather conditions.
* Problem solving and initiative
* Polite, helpful and friendly approach to guests
Job Type: Temporary
Pay: £12.71 per hour
Application Question(s):
* Why do you want to work with Yippee Tents? (Max: 200 words)
* What skills and experience make you a good fit for this role? (Max: 300 words)
Experience:
* Hospitality: 1 year (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
* 25% (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road