Food and Beverage Assistants
Bar & Restaurant - The Ickworth
Contract: Zero Hour Contract
Salary: £11.55 plus generous service charge and great benefits
Nestled in the idyllic countryside of Suffolk, the beautiful Ickworth Hotel is seeking Food & Beverage Assistants. You'll play a pivotal role in creating unforgettable experiences for our guests, big and small! From welcoming families with genuine warmth to ensuring every dining experience is delightful, you'll embody our commitment to exceptional service. With a focus on teamwork, attention to detail, and a passion for excellence, you'll contribute to the magic that makes The Ickworth a beloved destination for families seeking joy and relaxation.
We have full time and part time positions available, on zero hour and permanent contracts, at the hourly rate of £11.55, plus generous service charge.
Key Responsibilities:
-Support and deliver a fantastic LFH Service: You will work together, alongside the kitchen team to deliver fantastic service to our guests.
- Make long lasting unique memories: We welcome your charisma and personality and encourage you to create memories and relationships with our guests – especially the littlest ones!
- Ensure a safe dining experience: You will endeavour to be diligent and knowledgeable of all our menu offerings and understanding allergens to keep our guests safe.
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in all food and beverage areas: adhering to health and safety regulations.
What we need from you:
- Previous experience in a similar role within the hospitality industry is preferred but not essential.
- A positive attitude with a genuine passion for delivering outstanding customer service.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team environment.
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays, to meet the demands of our busy hotel.
- A commitment to upholding the highest standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and professionalism at all times.
Why work with us?
• Our training and development is a little different here at LFH– we are certified by the Institute of Hospitality and offer our teams career progression by working with Umbrella Training.
• An extra day’s holiday for your birthday
• EarlyPay – Need to access some of your monthly salary a little early sometimes? No problem!
• Cycle to work scheme
• Help@Hand - Our online health and wellbeing service – Get same day remote GP appointments, Mental Health support and Physiotherapy on us.
• Life Assurance Benefit for peace of mind for your loved ones.
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity packages
• Want to give back but never have the time? We will give you a paid day off for any volunteering or fundraising you would like to get involved in once a year
• The LFH Benefit Hub – Easily accessible employee discount platform for you to take advantage of at your favourite high street and online retailers
• 50% off Food and Beverage and the Spa across Luxury Family Hotels.
• Incredible discounted hotel stays for you, friends and family
Please ensure you check the hotel location as some of our hotels are hidden away and you will have to use your own transport to locate us!
Who are LFH?
Part of the Luxury Family Hotel Group, The Ickworth Hotel is a country house hotel based within a 1800 acre national trust property in Bury St Edmunds. We are dedicated to creating an inspiring space for our team members that is fun, all-inclusive, professional and rewarding – just as a career in hospitality should be!
Here at LFH we are an equal opportunities employer and strive to create a diverse and accessible workplace for all. We believe in a culture and inclusive team member experience that values people from all backgrounds, race and religions. We respect, value and embrace diversity and ensure everyone is recognised and respected, we celebrate our differences.