PLEASE NOTE that we have currently paused recruitment but you are welcome to add your application to our waiting list and we will be in touch when we re-open recruitment. Please specify on your application if you are interested in full or part time work. 

Founded in 1910 Scudamore's is Cambridge's premier punt tour and boat hire company, and we are all about creating unforgettable memories for our visitors. We are looking for friendly, outgoing and reliable people who have passion for customer service and helping others.  

Whilst previous experience in a customer-facing role would be useful it is not essential as we provide all the skills and knowledge training you’ll need to launch your career with us. We are open all year around and operate a rolling recruitment programme, with regular training courses running every month. Both full and part time hours are available, and we would love to hear from you if you are keen to join our close-knit, hardworking team!

What's involved?

As a Cashier at Scudamore’s you will act as a host to our guests on station, ensuring they feel looked after and valued, and that their needs are met. Your duties will be varied, but ultimately your role is about 4 main things:-

• Operating a welcoming, efficient and courteous ticketing and information service.
• Bringing a high level of accuracy and security to payment handling and station administration.
• Overseeing the hire of craft and the tours rota, helping customers with boarding and disembarkation.
• Maintaining a safe working environment for all..

What makes you a Scudamore’s Cashier?

A Cashier serving Scudamore’s is always working on behalf of our clients and working together with other team members. To successfully fill this role requires the following aptitudes, behaviours and skills:-

• You’re friendly, approachable and enthusiastic, with great interpersonal skills.
• You enjoy engaging with people and are committed to providing outstanding customer service.
• You’re organised and self-motivated, with a good attention to detail.
• You’re an excellent team-worker.

What’s the package?

• Competitive pay, based on an hourly rate and shared sales commission. Cashiers can expect to earn an average of £10 per hour.
• Flexible working, with both full-time and part-time hours available. You are in charge of your work pattern.
• 28 days’ paid holiday per annum (pro rata for part-time staff).
• Pension contributions.
• Career progression opportunities – cross-departmental and management positions open on yearly basis.
• Based at beautiful Cambridge city centre locations.
• Uniform and full training provided.

What availability do I need?

This is entirely up to you! We’re open 12 months of the year and offer both full-time and part-time hours. Some of our staff work full-time all year round, whilst others with family, study or other job commitments come to us mainly at weekends or during holiday periods.

Special demands of the role

This role is physically demanding and requires you to remain on your feet throughout the working day in various weather conditions.

Need to know

We operate an equal opportunities policy and recruit only on the basis of work criteria and individual merit. By law we are required to ensure that anyone taking up employment at Scudamore's has a legal right to work in the UK and you will be required to demonstrate this.