Historical Workshop Craftsman (Woodwork/blacksmithing/leatherwork) at Status Staffing

DUTIES:

• Perform daily demonstrations of woodwork and blacksmithing tasks and activities to the public and school groups
• Prepare the workshop for daily demonstrations and debriefing after daily activities
• Stocking of supplies, tidying, sharpening tools, general maintenance and liaising with the Activities Manager
• Engage with visitors by explaining the work being carried out, historical context, and answering any questions
• Make custom products as part of daily demonstrations, intended for sale in the shop

REQUIREMENTS:

• Formal or informal training in woodwork (carpentry), blacksmithing or leatherwork
• Matric or a relevant higher qualification would be advantageous
• Afrikaans – Essential
• Creative Mindset
• Exceptional people skills – both public-facing in a hospitality context and working within a small team internally
• Previous experience in a hospitality or tourism context - beneficial
• Able to work in a fast-paced, guest-facing environment, according to hospitality hours (including weekends in historical costume