Bar Assistant

St Mellion; Saltash; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

St Mellion Estate is seeking a Bar Assistant to join their Food & Beverage operation. The role involves serving guests in a vibrant environment, requiring a passion for customer service and at least 3 years of experience in hospitality. The position offers a 40-hour workweek with various benefits, including meals on duty and staff discounts.

Benefits

Meals on duty

Staff discounts

Free use of leisure, gym, and golf facilities

Career progression opportunities

Company pension

Discounted or free food

Gym membership

On-site parking

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in a similar role.
• Good understanding of bartending and cellar management.
• Barista experience preferred but training can be provided.

Responsibilities

• Serve food and drinks, set up and close the bar.
• Manage stock and provide attentive guest-focused service.
• Cashing up and clearing tables.

Skills

Customer Service

Upselling

Job description

Bar Assistant

At St Mellion Estate, we are seeking enthusiastic individuals to support our Food & Beverage operation. If you are passionate about hospitality, enjoy working with people, and thrive in a busy, diverse environment, we want to hear from you.

About us…

St. Mellion Estate is a vibrant Cornish resort renowned for its golfing legacy. It offers warm Cornish hospitality amidst captivating surroundings, with exceptional golf & leisure facilities, accommodation, and dining options — a true bucket list destination!

Job Description

We seek candidates with a genuine passion for customer service to serve our hotel guests, visitors, and members.

The role involves working in our Brasserie Bar 5 days a week, from 3pm until close.

Roles & Responsibilities

The Bar Assistant duties include serving food and drinks, setting up and closing the bar, bar service, clearing tables, cashing up, cellar and stock management, all while providing attentive, guest-focused service.

The Person

Applicants should have at least 3 years of experience in a similar role, with a good understanding of bartending and cellar management. Key skills include upselling, excellent customer service, and adherence to brand standards. The position offers a 40-hour workweek over 7 days, including weekends and bank holidays. Barista experience is preferred but training can be provided.

Benefits

• Meals on duty
• Staff discounts
• Free use of leisure, gym, and golf facilities
• Friendly working environment
• Career progression opportunities

To join us and start an exciting new challenge, apply now!

By applying, you consent to St Mellion Estate processing your personal data solely for job application purposes.

Due to high application volume, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Job Types

Permanent, Part-time, Full-time

Additional Benefits

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discounts
• Gym membership
• On-site parking

Schedule

• Weekend availability

Supplemental Pay

• Tips

Location & Experience

• Saltash PL12 6SD: reliable commute or plan to relocate before starting (preferred)
• Food & Beverage Support Staff: 1 year (required)
• Hospitality: 1 year (preferred)
• Customer Service: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location

In person