Bar & Waiting Staff

Greene King; Willesden; Remote; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contribution

Staff discounts on brands

Free employee assistance program

Enhanced maternity/paternity policies

Wagestream access

Refer a friend bonus up to £1,500

Job summary

Greene King, via its Venture Hotels arm, is seeking Bar & Waiting Staff to create memorable moments for guests, whether pouring a pint or recommending drinks. Join a fun, inclusive team where you can grow and develop.

The role requires welcoming guests, serving drinks and food, keeping the bar safe and clean, and delivering great service with a smile. Candidates should enjoy teamwork and have good English.

Qualifications

• Provide friendly, memorable guest experiences.
• Be friendly and proactive behind the bar.
• Serve drinks and recommend menu options.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure smooth service.
• Maintain bar safety, legality and cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Provide customers with a heartfelt, memorable experience each visit.
• Be the insider behind the bar, recommending drinks.
• Prepare and present drinks to meet customer specifications.
• Greet customers, serve food, and look after diners.
• Keep the bar safe, legal, and clean; handle issues quickly.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Team player

Job description

As Bar & Waiting Staff, you'll be key to creating unforgettable moments for customers, whether you're pouring a pint or recommending the perfect drink to a customer after a long day, you'll keep the good times flowing. You'll be joining a fun and inclusive team, where you can grow and strengthen your skills and experience.

Company Description

We're called Venture Hotels for a reason: We're pioneers! And we thrive on originality. As Greene King's ventures arm, we're here to push boundaries. And we're driven by a team that sees every day as an opportunity to go beyond the ordinary. The result: hotels with a unique sense of place that locals can feel proud of.

Additional Information

We're all about rewarding our team's hard work, that's why…

You'll receive a competitive salary, pension contribution as well as:

• The chance to further your career across our well-known brands – as one of the industry's top apprenticeship providers, we can provide training and development at each level of your career.
• Discount of 33% for you and 15% for your loved ones on all of our brands – so you enjoy your favourite food and drink at a discount.
• Free employee assistance program – mental health, well-being, financial, and legal support because you matter!
• Enhanced, family-friendly maternity and paternity policies
• Menopause Friendly Employer
• Discount of 50% for you and 25% for your loved ones at our Greene King Inns and hotels – so you can enjoy a weekend away without breaking the bank.
• Refer a friend – who do you know who could be interested in a new role? When they are placed, you could earn up to £1,500 for referring them!
• Wagestream – access your wage before payday for when life happens.
• Retail discounts – Receive up to 30% off at Superdrug, exclusive discounts with Three Mobile along with many more…

CREATING PLACES WHERE PEOPLE FEEL WELCOME, SAFE AND THAT THEY BELONG

We aim to embed inclusion into every decision we make – across our people, customers, communities, suppliers, and operations. We want to create a culture where everyone feels welcome, valued, and able to thrive.

Qualifications

As a member of our Bar & Waiting Staff, you will…

• Provide customers with a heartfelt and memorable experience each and every time they visit.
• Be the insider behind the bar, offering recommendations to customers.
• Prepare and present drinks that meet specifications and customer expectations.
• Assist in greeting, serving food and looking after our customers whilst they dine with us.
• Make sure the bar is always safe, legal, and clean, and any issues are dealt with as quickly and safely as possible.

What you'll bring…

• Willingness to learn and expand your skills.
• Have a great eye for detail, making sure every pint is poured to perfection.
• A passion for giving great service and making sure every customer receives a warm welcome.
• A positive can-do attitude and be a real team player.
• Sufficient spoken and written English to perform the role safely and understand allergen controls.