Food and Drink Assistant (Wine Jobs: Wine Retail & Sommelier)

Full Time

  THWAITES

  Cheshire, England

We are looking for passionate individuals who will provide warm and quality hospitality in our food and drink departments. This is an exciting opportunity to work for an award winning company who prides it’s self on employee development.

A Little Bit About the Company…

Thwaites was established in 1807 and to this day remains a family run Business. As part of the group, we have Hotels, Inns, Pubs and a Brewery. We are focused on providing superb hospitality in outstanding properties in great locations.

About Cottons…

Cottons Hotel and Spa is situated just outside Knutsford Town centre with excellent access from the North West motorway network and only 20 minutes from Manchester Airport. Our 4 star hotel (138 bedrooms) offers a range of contemporary bedrooms, reputable restaurants & bars, conference rooms, spa & leisure facilities for a broad range of leisure and business guests.

About the Role…

We are looking for full time  and part time Food and Beverage Assistants to work any 5 days out of 7. The candidates will take and serve food and drink orders plus upsell any products we offer, in the following Departments:

Conference & Banqueting Department

This Department will be focused on conference and banqueting and will include setting the room ready for any events such as Weddings.

Bar

The atmosphere in the bar is very varied depending on the day of the week and the time of day. It is a perfect opportunity for any budding food and drink enthusiast to learn about the drinks the Company offers, which wine would be best with a certain meal, how to complete stock takes and how to use the till, whilst delivering excellent customer service.

Restaurant

Working in the Restaurant, you will be interacting with new and regular guests, making them feel at home and ensuring their food and drinks are delivered correctly and on time. First impressions count and providing excellent guest service of the upmost importance.

Requirements:

We are looking for suitable candidates who are passionate about providing high quality service to our guests and making their visit memorable. The main skills we are looking for are a natural drive for excellence, commitment and to be a good team player.

The ideal candidates must have previous experience in a similar role; however training will be provided. You must be able to work evenings and weekends.

Company Benefits…

We have excellent Company benefits including 28 days annual leave, increasing to 33 days after 5 years’ service; a health cash plan scheme, after 5 years’ service; salary sacrifice schemes, including childcare and bikes; a free 2 nights stay away at any of Thwaites properties, after 5 years’ service; Company discounts on accommodation, food, drink, spa treatments and spa membership; free meals on duty; life assurance; free parking; a free confidential helpline for employees; cash back scheme on high street shops;  a U-Refer scheme for properties, tenants and employees; long service awards starting at 3 years; free uniform; enhanced Company maternity pay plus much more!

How To Apply

http://careers.thwaites.co.uk/job/11317

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