Job Ref: CG11782
Branch: Jalou Newcastle
Location: Jalou, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Salary/Benefits: Great Salary + Cairn Staff Rate + Other Benefits!
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Part Time
Shift pattern: Fridays Saturdays
Hours per week: 6-12
Posted date: 04/07/2025
Closing date: 17/08/2025

ABOUT US:

Cairn Group is a leading UK hospitality company with over 60 years of expertise in hotel acquisition, ownership, management, investment, and development. Our journey has been shaped by successful partnerships with global brands and a commitment to creating thriving, guest-focused properties.
At Cairn Group, our values - Respect, Integrity, Sustainability, and Excellence (RISE) - are at the heart of everything we do. We respect our team and guests, act with integrity, and invest in our people to build a sustainable future - for our business, our communities, and the planet. Every day, we work to deliver excellence, going the extra mile to create outstanding experiences for our guests.

Benefits:

• Get Paid in Real-Time or build savings with Wagestream: Take control of your earnings. Track your pay live, access funds when needed, build savings and get expert financial tips—all in real-time.
• Stay, Relax and Recharge: Enjoy discounted stays across our all our venues. Treat yourself or bring your friends and family along for a well-earned break.
• Delicious Discounts: Indulge a little with discounts off food and drinks across our hotels, bars and restaurants.
• Spa Discounts: Self-care matters! Treat yourself with exclusive wellness offers at our spas and leisure clubs.
• Retail, Cinema Fun Discounts: Enjoy exclusive access to savings on shopping, cinemas trips and fun days out.
• Rise with Us: From apprenticeships to leadership programmes, we support you to grow and reach your career goals.
• Superstar Awards: Your hard work deserves the spotlight! Each month we celebrate and reward our team members who showcase our values and bring hospitality to life.
• Long-Service Awards: Celebrate key milestones with us, starting from just one year of service—plus enjoy extra annual leave as a thank-you for your commitment.
• Recommend a Friend: Bring great people into the team and earn a bonus when they join!
• 24/7 Support: We’re committed to your wellbeing. Access our confidential Employee Assistance Programme anytime, anywhere.
• Bereavement Leave – When life gets tough, we ensure you have the time and support you need to be with your loved ones.
• Pension Scheme: Plan for your future with your pension plan, designed to help you build long-term security.
• Year-Round Incentives: Enjoy fun incentives, exciting challenges, and surprise perks throughout the year!

As a Venue Host at Cairn Group, you’ll be the face of our event space—welcoming guests with warmth and professionalism and ensuring every detail of their experience runs smoothly from start to finish.
You’ll take responsibility for reception duties and guest liaison during meetings and events, creating and delivering welcome packs, checking in attendees, and providing friendly, responsive service throughout the day.
You’ll also ensure the venue is set up to the highest standards, assist with opening and closing procedures, conduct regular checks for cleanliness and readiness, and prepare accurate invoices to support financial transparency.