Bar Team Member

Royal Tankerton; Stone Cross; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tips share

Early wage access

Food & drink discounts

Overnight stay discounts

Shop discounts

Mental health platform

Pension

Career development

Flexible hours

Job summary

Shepherd Neame is hiring a Bar Team Member for the Bell Hotel in Sandwich, Kent. This seasonal, part-time role focuses on warm welcomes, friendly service, and ensuring guests have an exceptional experience.

No prior experience is required as training is provided and enthusiasm is valued. You’ll be part of a team delivering drinks and meals with a focus on hospitality and standards.

Qualifications

• No experience required; training provided.
• Excellent hospitality and customer service mindset.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

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: Part Time
Contract: Seasonal
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

Located next to the River Stour in the heart of the beautiful medieval town of Sandwich, Kent, the Bell Hotel has been welcoming guests to the town since Tudor times. Having undergone extensive refurbishment in recent years, the historic riverside retreat offers guests a luxurious experience with 21st-century comforts. Sandwich is also a magnet for golfers, with Royal St George’s and Prince’s golf clubs on its doorstep.

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?