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The Culture Trust , Luton invites tenders for an exciting opportunity to create a new daytime offer in the Hat Factory Arts Centre café. Open 9.00am – 5.00pm this shall be a new type of destination for food and drink, right in the heart of Luton. Situated on the main thoroughfare between Luton central train station and the town centre the Hat Factory Arts Centre is in a prime location with an estimated daily footfall in excess of 8k. The food and beverage offer will compliment and respond to the year-round programme of activity presented in the Hat Factory Arts Centre. This is an enticing time to invest in Luton with the imminent construction of The Stage and Luton Town’s new stadium at Power Court.

For more information, please see 'Hat Factory Cafe - Tender' under Supporting Documents below.

Casual Catering Assistants                             

£ 12.45 per hour

Casual

About the job

The Commercial and Operations team are currently seeking some additions to the team.

You will need to assist the teams in our museums, arts centre and creative spaces to ensure that the cafés and events are operated efficiently and effectively, that all areas are clean, safe, and presentable and that a consistently high standard of catering is delivered.

The successful applicant will play an important role in providing high quality refreshments to our general visitors, staff and corporate clients. You will be responsible for the delivery of excellent customer care at all times and ensuring outstanding customer satisfaction.

About you

Do you have a strong passion for working in Catering?

Do you have demonstrable experience in customer care?

Are you able to work evenings and weekends when required?

Are you able to work across The Culture Trust’s sites?

If so, please send your application form to privacy@culturetrust.com.

Closing date: Open vacancy               Reference Number: LCST0006              

Casual Assistant Chef                         

£ 12.65 per hour

Casual

About the job

The Commercial and Operations team are currently seeking some additions to the team.

You will be required to assist the Chef in the overall management of the kitchens at various sites run by the Culture Trust within Luton.  You will ensure that the café’s are operated in an efficient and effective manner; that all areas are clean, safe, and presentable and that a consistently high standard of catering is delivered to general visitors and corporate clients.  You will also ensure that food/personal hygiene regulations are adhered to at all times.

About you:

Do you have a strong passion for working in Catering?

Do you have demonstrable experience in catering, food preparation, cooking and service?

Are you able to work evenings and weekends when required?

Are you able to work across The Culture Trust’s sites?

If so, please send your application form to privacy@culturetrust.com.

Closing date: Open vacancy               Reference number: LCST 0007

Casual Duty Manager

£13.69 p.h.

Mainly evenings and weekends – various shifts

About the Job:

Do you have a strong passion for working in a commercial environment and experience in customer care? If yes, we want to hear from you.

We have an exciting opportunity within the Commercial and Operations teams, for Casual Duty Managers, to assist with the day to day provision of a high quality front of house and commercial service at The Culture Trust Venues and during events. 

The successful applicant will be the primary contact point and lead front-line staff at all sites.  You will be the first point of contact for staff, customers, hirers and users of the facilities, ensuring the health and safety and well-being of all staff and users, as well as dealing with all technical, building and commercial issues.  You will be responsible for the delivery of excellent customer care at all times and ensuring outstanding customer satisfaction.

About you:

You will have experience of managing events, staff and buildings as well as experience of delivering a high quality customer experience.  You will have good written and spoken communication skills and experience of supervising others to ensure the smooth running of buildings and events.

You will have knowledge of health and safety legislation and regulations, and some knowledge of licensing.  You will be able to work on your own initiative within established procedures and guidelines and be confident to deal with a busy environment and resolve any issues that arise.

Closing date:     Ongoing

Job Number:      LCST014

To apply for this role, please complete the application form and email to privacy@culturetrust.com.  Applicants that have not completed Section C – Experience & Relevant Skills will not be considered. 

Deputy Arts & Technical Production Coordinator – The Culture Trust

Salary: £31,067 pro rata
18.5 hours per week – including evenings and weekends

About the Job

 Do you have experience in delivering technical support for live events, exhibitions, and cultural programmes? Are you confident working with lighting, sound, AV and stage equipment? We are looking for a Deputy Arts & Technical Production Coordinator to support the Culture Trust’s arts and cultural programme across all sites in Luton.

You will be responsible for operating and maintaining technical equipment, ensuring safe working practices, supporting get-ins and get-outs, and contributing to the high-quality technical delivery of exhibitions and live events. This is a varied, hands-on role, working both indoors and outdoors at our venues and public spaces.

About You

You will have experience working in a technical production environment, operating venue lighting, sound, and AV systems. You will be confident working with artists, technicians, and the public, and capable of supporting freelance and casual crew.

You’ll have good practical knowledge of health and safety, risk assessments, and safe systems of work. You’ll also bring strong organisational and communication skills, and be comfortable with manual handling and equipment transport between sites.

We are especially keen to hear from candidates who are underrepresented in technical and cultural roles and are passionate about supporting Luton’s diverse creative scene.

Closing date: 27/06/25
Reference number: LCST024

To apply for this role, please complete the application form and email to privacy@culturetrust.com. Applicants who have not completed Section C – Experience & Relevant Skills will not be considered.

Chef                                 

£25183 - £25992 

37 hours per week

About the job 

Do you have a strong passion for working in Catering, with knowledge of food preparation, cooking and service and are able to communicate with and supervise staff? If yes, we want to hear from you.

We have an exciting opportunity to assist the Head of Commercial Operations in the overall operations of the kitchens at various sites run by the Culture Trust within Luton. 

In this vital role, you’ll help ensure that the restaurants are operated in an efficient and effective manner; that all areas are clean, safe and presentable and that a consistently high standard of catering is delivered to our general visitors and corporate clients, ensuring food/personal hygiene regulations are adhered to at all times. 

You will be responsible for the delivery of excellent customer care at all times, achieving outstanding customer satisfaction. 

About you 

This is a public facing role so you’ll need to show a fluency in speaking and writing English.

You must have experience of working in a catering environment with knowledge of food preparation and cook, as well as a basic Food Hygiene Certificate or equivalent. If so, we look forward to receiving your application. 

Closing date:  21/7/25

Job reference number: LCST 00026

To apply for this role, please complete the application form and email to privacy@culturetrust.com.  Applicants that have not completed Section C – Experience & Relevant Skills will not be considered. 

Santa Auditions

£2,160 (£180 per day)

9:00am - 6:00pm

12 – 24 December 2025 (Excluding Mon 15 Dec), Luton, Bedfordshire

About the job

We are casting enthusiastic male performers to bring the iconic role of Santa Claus to life this December in our unique Santa Experience cited in Stockwood Discovery Centre, Luton amongst the Mossman Carriages Collection. Each slot is 45 minute long including other activities led by 2 x elf facilitators. Access to the site via public transport is available but we would advise car travel is preferable for this role. https://www.culturetrust.com/whats-on/santa-stockwood

Seeking experienced Santa performers aged 30-90, preferably from the Luton area, who have natural charisma, can interact and engage with children and embrace the Christmas spirit. As Santa you will see individual families in exclusive slots where children will present you with their Christmas wish and you will thank them with a small gift.

Fee for 12 dates is £2160; £180 per day, 9am to 6pm, with breaks scheduled. Lunch and hot drinks are provided daily. There will be a paid rehearsal period, no more than 2 days, in the space with the elves ahead of the event start date. 1 x costume per performer will be supplied. Commitment for all dates is preferred, but a job share & split shifts may be possible.

How you can apply:
To apply for an audition for this opportunity please submit your current CV via email to Rachael.donlan@culturetrust.com no later than 12 noon on Monday 18th August 2025.
Please also note that you will need to:
● Have public liability insurance
● Comply with The Culture Trust Luton’s Safeguarding Policy and you will be required to undertake a DBS check. The cost of this will be met by The Culture Trust Luton.

Catering & Bars Assistant

£24404 - £24790 pro-rata per annum

Maternity cover 

37 hours p.w. (various shifts including evenings and weekends)

About the Job:

Do you have a strong passion for working in catering and demonstrable experience in customer care? If yes, we want to hear from you.

We have an exciting opportunity within the Commercial and Operations team where you will assist the team across our sites to ensure that the cafés are operated efficiently and effectively, that all areas are clean, safe, and presentable and that a consistently high standard of catering and customer service is delivered to our general visitors and corporate clients. 

The successful applicant will play an important role in providing high quality refreshments to our general visitors, staff and corporate clients at our museums, art centre and creative spaces. You will be responsible for the delivery of excellent customer care at all times and ensuring outstanding customer satisfaction. 

About you:

This is a public facing role so you’ll need to show a fluency in speaking and writing English.

You will be required to work across Culture Trust sites when necessary to meet business requirements.  So if you have some knowledge of Health and Safety procedures in a catering environment and a basic Food Hygiene Certificate or equivalent experience, we look forward to receiving your application.

Closing date:     10/8/25

Reference No:    LCST027

To apply for this role, please complete the application form and email to privacy@culturetrust.com.  Applicants that have not completed Section C – Experience & Relevant Skills will not be considered.