Bartender / Food and Beverage Assistant

Aldwark Manor Estate; York; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Aldwark Manor Estate seeks a Bartender / Food and Beverage Assistant to provide stellar guest experiences through efficient service and drink preparation. The ideal candidate will be confident and knowledgeable, contributing to an upscale dining atmosphere in a prestigious hotel setting.

Benefits

Apprenticeship and development opportunities

Gym and leisure use

Share of gratuities

Employee Assistance Program

Free meal on duty

Refer a friend bonus

Discounted golf for friends and family

Uniform provided

20% off when dining at the hotel

Qualifications

• Confident, self-motivated, and professional.
• Good knowledge of all outlets and beverages.
• Excellent standards of customer care.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Squadron Bar is well presented and at premium standards.
• Create drinks efficiently and maintain cleanliness.
• Assist in all Food and Beverage outlets.

Skills

Customer Care

Drink Preparation

Teamwork

Knowledge of Beverages

Job description

Job Title

Position:Bartender / Food and Beverage Assistant

Reports to: Restaurant Manager / Assistant Managers / F&B Supervisors

Location: Aldwark Manor Estate, Aldwark, Nr. Alne, York, YO61 1UF

Hours of work: full or flexiable hours available

Benefits:

Apprenticeship and other development opportunities.

Gym and leisure use. (September 2025)

Share of gratuities.

Hospitality Rewards platform.

Employee Assistance Program.

Free meal on duty.

Refer a friend bonus.

Free golf for yourself and discounted for friends and family.

Uniform provided.

Food and Beverage Discount when dining at Hotel of 20%

Aldwark Manor Estate is a privately owned Hotel with Golf nestled in a picturesque village between York and Harrogate. Set in 200 acres of beautiful countryside, this luxury Hotel provides a complete escape for both business and leisure guests and is a popular venue for weddings.

Over the last few years, the Hotel has undergone major renovations in the bedrooms, restaurant, residents lounge, sports bar and all public areas. This year we will starting our new and opulent spa and state-of-the-art leisure areas as well as our new meeting rooms and additional 24 bedrooms. The leisure facilities opening later this year with the new spa, bedrooms and meeting space opening 2026

Our values: “Never be ordinary” in our product, quality or people with the aim of being “Always Aldwark” in meeting our guest’s and team expectations.

As a Bartender you are responsible for delivering a great guest experience in our bar outlets, through creating amazing drinks and delivering great personal service, ensuring our guests have a great stay with us.

About You

We are looking for a confident, self-motivated and professional individual to join our Squadron Bar Team here at Aldwark Manor Estate. As Bartender, you’ll deliver efficient service to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere to create the best experience for our guests. You will also be assisting in our other Food and Beverage outlets within the Estate.

Main duties and purpose of the role:

• Ensure that our Squadron Bar is always well presented, a welcoming environment and set to the premium standard set by Aldwark Manor Estate.
• Have a good knowledge of all our outlets, services and all beverages available within the estate.
• Maintain excellent standards of customer care at all times
• Promote specials and provide great knowledge on our food and drink offer
• Duties are to include creating drinks efficiently & quickly, cleaning & restocking the bar, maintaining brand standards.
• Contribute to new ideas in creating menus and improving service
• Supporting in all other Food and Beverage outlets
• Liaising with restaurants, kitchen and reception
• Complete opening and closing duties, re-stock as required

The above is a non exhaustive list of duties and you are expected to undertake any other duties as requested by your Manager. The Company reserves the right to amend your job description in line with the changing demands of the business.

About Us

The Aldwark Manor Estate has been synonymous with luxury since it was established in 1978.

Elegant grounds, sensual design, elemental dining and grandeur at every turn, within 200 acres of countryside all contribute to its allure.

The Aldwark Manor Estate is an independent, indulgent luxury hotel in the Yorkshire countryside and provides the setting for unforgettable experiences.

We are continuously looking for exceptional individuals to join our team. If you are seeking a hospitality job with progression opportunities, then we are for you. There are live-in opportunities for the right candidates.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. A copy of out DEI policy is available on request.