Bar and Restaurant Team Member

Shepherd Neame; Tenterden; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tips share

Early wage access

Food & drink discount

Overnight stay discount

Job summary

Shepherd Neame is seeking a Bar Team Member for the Vine in Tenterden. You’ll greet guests warmly, serve drinks and food, keep the bar tidy, and work as part of a supportive team to deliver memorable experiences.

No experience? No problem—we’ll provide full training and a friendly environment where your enthusiasm and people skills can shine. The role is full time with flexible hours and competitive pay up to £12.80 per hour.

Qualifications

• We’re looking for behaviours that make a difference: enthusiasm, teamwork, pride & passion, authenticity.

Responsibilities

• Welcome every guest with warmth and genuine hospitality.
• Create a positive atmosphere by engaging with customers and anticipating their needs.
• Serve drinks and food promptly and professionally.
• Keep the bar area clean, tidy, and well-stocked throughout your shift.
• Work as part of a supportive team to deliver exceptional experiences.
• Uphold our standards and contribute to the pub’s success.

Job description

Employment type: Full Time
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Up to £12.80 per hour

Bar Team Member – Join Britain’s Oldest Brewer!

At Shepherd Neame, we know that first impressions count. As a Bar Team Member, you’ll play a vital role in creating memorable experiences – greeting every guest with a warm welcome and delivering great service at every opportunity.

No experience? No problem! If you have the right attitude, we’ll give you all the training you need. Bring your enthusiasm and people skills – we’ll teach you the rest.

Where You’ll Be Working

Situated in the heart of historic Tenterden village, the Vine is accessible by car and bus, and conveniently Kent Steam Railway and Tenterden Museum. The classic Victorian facade conceals a modern, stylish interior which boasts comfortable sofas and a warm conservatory bathed in natural light. Outside, a walled garden provides the perfect setting for an afternoon in the sun.

What You’ll Do

• Welcome every guest with warmth and genuine hospitality.


• Create a positive atmosphere by engaging with customers and anticipating their needs.


• Serve drinks and food promptly and professionally.


• Keep the bar area clean, tidy, and well-stocked throughout your shift.


• Work as part of a supportive team to deliver exceptional experiences.


• Uphold our standards and contribute to the pub’s success.

What’s In It For You?

• Competitive hourly pay plus a share of tips


• Early wage withdrawal scheme


• 25% discount on food and drink at Shepherd Neame Managed Houses


• 25% discount on overnight stays at Managed House Hotels


• Up to 40% off select purchases from our Visitor Centre Shop in Faversham


• Exclusive discounts via Sheps Hut on hundreds of high street brands


• Access to a Workplace Mental Health Platform


• Company pension plan


• Career development opportunities across our pubs, Brewery, and Support Office


• Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle

What You’ll Need

We’re looking for behaviours that make a difference:

• Sheps Spirit – you bring enthusiasm and a can-do attitude to every shift.


• Working Together – you enjoy working with others and support your colleagues.


• Pride & Passion – you take pride in doing things well and keeping standards high to ensure people feel welcome and valued.


• Authenticity – you stay calm and focused when things get busy

Why Shepherd Neame?

Our culture is built on Sheps Spirit, Working Together, Pride and Passion, and Authenticity - values that have guided us for over 300 years. When you join us, you become part of a team that celebrates tradition while shaping the future.

Ready to bring your personality and passion to the bar?