Food and Beverage Assistant

Hellidon Lakes Hotel

Hellidon Lakes is a modern and stylish hotel resort offering a spectacular venue for golf breaks, business events & conferences, weddings and social functions, set amongst the glorious rolling hills of the Northamptonshire & Warwickshire countryside.

The hotel comprises of 111 bedrooms, 16 Function rooms, Restaurant, 4 Resident Bars, Spa & Wellness Centre, 27 Hole Golf Course and its very own Ten Pin Bowling Alley.

The Food & Beverage Assistant Role

We are currently recruiting for energetic and experienced people to join our Restaurant & Bars Team on a Full Time basis.

Immediate interview and start available for the right candidate

The F&B department are responsible for the operation of the Hotel's Restaurant, Bars, Conference and Events Suites, delivering excellent customer service and providing an exceptional guest experience.

Reporting to the F&B Manager, this is a diverse role covering a large variety of jobs from breakfast service to large conference events and weddings and bar work, so we are looking for someone who has previous experience in the hospitality industry. However, above all attributes, we are looking for a passionate individual who is willing to learn and possesses a positive 'can do' attitude. The successful candidate will benefit from comprehensive training in all areas of the department, providing a perfect opportunity to develop a career in this exciting industry.

Key Responsibilities of an F&B Assistant include:

• To ensure that all guests receive a high level of customer service at all times.
• To ensure the highest standards of hygiene, cleanliness and tidiness around all areas of the Hotel.
• To professionally engage with guests and visitors and promptly deal with all enquiries.
• Assist setting up and breaking down function rooms for events
• Deliver efficient food service during banquets, weddings and other large functions.
• Provide polite and professional table service in the bar areas and restaurant.
• Assist with bar service, pouring drinks and talking payments.
• To adhere to the opening and closing procedures of the department.
• Stocking the bar during and after service
• Basic cellar work - additional training provided
• Heavy lifting required to move stock and kegs between locations
• Comply with all department Health & Safety procedures at all times.
• To maintain personal hygiene standards at all times.

The Candidate must have:

• Proven reasonable standard of numerical and verbal skills, with clear spoken and written English.
• Basic IT knowledge.
• Valid certification in basic Food Hygiene or willingness to achieve.
• Previous experience in a Food & Beverage customer facing environment.
• Bar work and food table service experience.
• Basic cellar knowledge, or willingness to learn
• A desire to excel and progress your career.
• Shifts will vary and can be between 6am and late and will include weekends.
• Own transport essential due to our location.
• The ability to work with a smile and the desire to succeed!

The Benefits

In return for your commitment we offer you;

• A competitive salary with opportunity to progress
• Up to 28 days holiday each year, including bank holidays
• Career development opportunities
• Free use of our Leisure and Golf facilities
• A great place to work with a dedicated and passionate team!
• Staff accommodation may be available

In line with the Asylum & Immigration Act, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. As part of the recruitment process, you will be asked to provide documented evidence of eligibility.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From £26,436.80 per year

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Gym membership
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Work days:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work Location: In person