Bar Assistant

The George in Rye; Playden; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday day off

Discounts at sister hotel

Flexible shifts

Team socials

Food & drink training

5.6 weeks' holiday

Free meals when working

Hotel reputation

Friendly team

Job summary

The George in Rye in East Sussex is seeking an excellent Bar Assistant to join the team. You will work at The Grill restaurant and Dragon Bar, engaging guests with friendly service and a can-do attitude.

We value punctual, reliable team players who are passionate about food and drink. Training opportunities, development, and a supportive team are offered in a busy hotel setting.

Qualifications

• Excellent and outgoing Bar Assistant
• Team player who communicates well with colleagues
• Punctual, reliable and trustworthy
• Have a genuine passion for food and drink
• Experience is not essential; creative people with a can-do attitude are welcome

Responsibilities

• Join The George in Rye as bar assistant and assist with guest service.
• Work alongside managers to mentor and develop your skills.
• Interact with guests in an informal, relaxed setting and support the kitchen as needed.

Skills

Team player

Reliable & punctual

Sense of urgency

Passion for food & drink

Job description

Location - The George in Rye, East Sussex

Pay - Depending on experience

We are seeking an excellent and outgoing Bar Assistant to join The George in Rye.

We are seeking an experienced Bartender who is a team player and happy to also wait on tables when necessary.

We offer competitive pay packages that feature great benefits and perks. If you are seeking a new opportunity to expand your profession, we offer training to develop technical and managerial skills necessary to grow your career.

• Birthday guaranteed as day off as well as additional day's holiday
• Generous discounts on food and accommodation at our sister hotel in nearby Canterbury
• Consistency of hours all year round, with flexible working shifts
• Regular team socials, parties, days out and supplier trips
• Food and drink training, events and opportunities to develop yourself personally and professionally eg WSET, mixology, barista
• 5.6 weeks' holiday per year pro rata
• Free meals when working
• Working in a hotel with a fantastic reputation
• Being part of a friendly and passionate team

What we are looking for:

• Team player who communicates well with all colleagues
• Punctual, reliable and trustworthy
• Sense of urgency
• Have a genuine passion for food and drink

Who we are:

The Grill restaurant and the Dragon Bar is the beating heart of The George in Rye. You will be working alongside an experienced group of managers who will be able to mentor and develop your skills. At the George, our front of house team is encouraged to interact with our guests, creating an informal and relaxed surroundings. The team is passionate about customer service, has an excellent knowledge of the cuisine and works seamlessly with the kitchen, resulting in a fun and supportive environment.

We are located in the heart of the idyllic medieval town of Rye, in between Ashford (Kent) to the east and Hastings to the west – by the sea next to Camber and its white sandy beaches.

The George in Rye is a local family-owned business with strong links to the community. We are committed to sustainability and buying local. Our guest charitable scheme (matched pound for pound by the hotel) raises thousands for good causes.

Diversity

The George in Rye is proud to be an equal opportunities workplace that seeks to recruit, develop and train the most talented people from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. We therefore encourage applications from all genders, races, religions, ages and sexual orientation, as well as parents, students, people living with disabilities, and any other groups that could bring diverse perspectives to our business.

Only those eligible to work in the UK or have a valid UK work permit/visa will be considered for the position. Experience is not essential, we are seeking creative people with a 'can do' attitude and commitment to what we do.