Bar Assistant

Sun Communities & Sun Outdoors; Canvey Island; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount on holidays

Restaurant discounts

Life Insurance

Eye test voucher

Employee assistance programme

Discounted gym memberships

Employee referral scheme

Pension scheme

Job summary

Park Holidays UK is seeking Bar Assistants to join our dynamic, guest-focused team at Canvey Island. You will greet guests, take orders, serve drinks, and support kitchen service in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes excellent service, teamwork, and accuracy in handling payments, with comprehensive training provided and opportunities for career development within a leading holiday park operator.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a bar, restaurant, or customer service role is advantageous but not essential as full training will be provided.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong teamwork skills with a proactive and positive attitude.
• Basic numeracy skills for handling transactions.

Responsibilities

• Greet and serve customers with a smile, ensuring prompt, friendly and attentive service.
• Assist in the preparation and serving of food and drinks, adhering to company standards for quality and presentation.
• Maintain high levels of cleanliness and hygiene at all times, ensuring the bar area, equipment and utensils are clean and well-maintained.
• Monitor and maintain stock levels, replenishing items as necessary and assisting with stock rotation to ensure freshness and availability.
• Work as part of a team to ensure all tasks are completed to the highest standard, supporting colleagues and contributing to a positive work environment.
• Accurately process transactions, including cash and card payments, ensuring that all cash handling procedures are followed correctly.
• Provide helpful and informative advice to guests, promoting the facilities and services on offer, and ensuring that any queries or concerns are addressed promptly.
• Participate in team meetings and training sessions to continuously improve your knowledge and skills, staying up to date with new products and services.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Numeracy

Working under pressure

Job description

Compensation: £12.71 Per Hour
Weekly Hours: 20

Looking for a rewarding career in the holiday park industry? Park Holidays UK is one of the leading holiday park operators, offering exciting opportunities in a fun and dynamic environment. Whether you're passionate about customer service, hospitality, or outdoor adventures, we have a role for you. Join our team and be part of creating unforgettable holiday experiences!

Overview

We are seeking motivated and customer-focused individuals to join our team as Bar Assistants. This role is perfect for those who enjoy working in a vibrant, fast-paced environment and are passionate about delivering excellent service. As a key member of our bar team, you will be responsible for ensuring our guests have a great experience, whether they are enjoying a drink at the bar or dining with us. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a supportive team, with opportunities for personal development and career progression.

Job Duties

• Greet and serve customers with a smile, ensuring that they receive prompt, friendly, and attentive service.
• Assist in the preparation and serving of food and drinks, adhering to company standards for quality and presentation.
• Maintain high levels of cleanliness and hygiene at all times, ensuring that the bar area, equipment, and utensils are clean and well-maintained.
• Monitor and maintain stock levels, replenishing items as necessary and assisting with stock rotation to ensure freshness and availability.
• Work as part of a team to ensure that all tasks are completed to the highest standard, supporting colleagues and contributing to a positive work environment.
• Accurately process transactions, including cash and card payments, ensuring that all cash handling procedures are followed correctly.
• Provide helpful and informative advice to guests, promoting the facilities and services on offer, and ensuring that any queries or concerns are addressed promptly.
• Participate in team meetings and training sessions to continuously improve your knowledge and skills, staying up to date with new products and services.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a bar, restaurant, or customer service role is advantageous but not essential as full training will be provided.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong teamwork skills with a proactive and positive attitude.
• Basic numeracy skills for handling transactions.

At Park Holidays UK, you'll be part of an industry-leading organisation where you'll be challenged, inspired, rewarded, and empowered to grow. We pride ourselves on placing a high value on our team members — it’s one of the key things that sets us apart.

We’ll encourage you to bring your best every day, offering exciting opportunities, meaningful work, a supportive and collaborative environment, and plenty of room for professional development.

Employee Benefits at Park Holidays UK include:

• Generous discount on holidays across our parks
• Discount at all restaurants on park for you and your family
• Life Insurance coverage, including a 24/7 digital GP and funeral concierge service for you and your family.
• Free premium eye test voucher
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling, retail discounts, and more.
• Discounted gym memberships
• Employee referral scheme
• Sales referral scheme
• Free expert mortgage advice
• Company pension scheme