Christmas Temps

Upham Inns; Swindon; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Meal discounts

Hotel discounts

Career progression

Lifestyle Card discounts

Birthday rewards

Refer a friend bonus

Job summary

Upham Inns in Swindon is recruiting for Christmas hospitality roles across kitchen, bar, and front-of-house. Flexible shifts suit students or anyone seeking festive work, with pay up to £13.50 per hour plus a share of Tronc and staff benefits.

Join a friendly team and gain real hospitality experience, with opportunities to progress to managerial roles. Prior bar or restaurant experience is welcome but not essential; attitude and potential matter most.

Qualifications

• Aged 16 or over.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Hospitality experience is a bonus but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Give guests a warm welcome and friendly service.
• Take food & drink orders and handle payments.
• Serve drinks and food and keep areas clean and inviting.
• Assist managers and teammates to deliver a memorable guest experience.
• Grow and enjoy every shift.

Skills

Flexible

Communication

Guest-focused

Teamwork

Job description

Make This a Christmas to Remember – Join Our Team!

Looking for a Christmas job that’s full of energy, fun, and great people? Whether you're pot-washing in the kitchen, delivering delicious dishes to guests, shaking cocktails behind the bar, or running food to the garden tables – we’ve got a role for you!

We have flexible shifts available all Festive long – whether you want the occasional shift or something more regular. Perfect for students, or anyone ready to jump into hospitality and make some memories.

What’s in it for you?

• Up to £13.50 per hour (depending on your role and experience) + a share of Tronc
• Flexible shift patterns to suit your summer plans
• Up to 33% off meals for you and up to 6 guests when off duty
• Hotel discounts – 33% for you, 20% for friends and family
• A clear development pathway – progress all the way to General Manager
• Access to The Lifestyle Card – over 5,000 discounts with local and national brands (completely free for Upham team members!)
• Service awards and a little something on your birthday
• Refer a friend or a Chef and earn up to £1,000

What We’re Looking For

• Aged 16 or over
• A confident communicator who’s organised, upbeat, and guest-focused
• Someone who can balance energy with professionalism
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays
• You must have the right to work in the UK

Experience in a bar or restaurant is a bonus, but it’s not essential – we hire based on attitude and potential.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Giving our guests a warm, friendly welcome
• Taking food & drink orders, handling payments
• Serving drinks (hot, cold, and alcoholic)
• Keeping the pub looking spotless and inviting
• Helping your managers and teammates deliver an unforgettable guest experience
• Learning, growing, and enjoying every shift!

Why join Upham Inns?

This isn’t just a Christmas job – it’s your chance to shine, learn, and have fun. You’ll gain real skills, restaurant and bar training, and the opportunity to build a hospitality career if that’s your vibe. Our teams are tight-knit, welcoming, and passionate about giving guests a great time.