Events Waiter / Waitress

De Vere Ltd.; Wotton-under-Edge; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel in Wotton-under-Edge is seeking Events Waiters/Waitresses to create memorable experiences for guests. The roles offer £12.21 per hour plus meals, with flexible hours and full training provided. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, motivated by high service standards, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. Join a dynamic team and benefit from discounts, wellness support, and excellent career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Complimentary meals on duty

28 days holiday

£50 colleague rates for overnight stays

Access to wellness support

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role is preferred but not essential.
• Willingness to learn and receive training is important.

Responsibilities

• Set up and clear event spaces for weddings, awards nights, and conferences.
• Support event service to enhance guest experience.

Skills

Attention to detail

High standards of service

Ability to multitask

Team player

Job description

De Vere Tortworth Court is a hotel that definitely has the WOW factor: a magnificent Grade II listed mansion house in South Gloucestershire, complete with sweeping drive entrance, Victorian arboretum and 30 acres of grounds making it a truly unique place to work. There are 201 bedrooms and suites, 14 meeting and event spaces including the Orangery, 2 Food & Beverage outlets, a seasonal outdoor Tipi and a Leisure Club & Spa offering treatments.

Your commute: we're just a short way from J14 of the M5 and commutable by car from both Bristol and Gloucester.

At De Vere, we warmly welcome everyone and foster a sense of belonging, where each person is valued and appreciated. Join our team and become part of a passionate group of individuals who genuinely care about the experiences we create for our guests and colleagues.

Are you keen to be part of an events team and help create memorable experiences?

We are recruiting for two roles as Events Waiter/Waitress to join our team at De Vere Tortworth Court in Wotton under Edge.

Role 1 - 35 Hours per week on a Fixed Term Contract, until the end of 2025

Role 2 - Flexible Hours available throughout the week

As an Events Waiter/Waitress you will help with setting up and clearing down all our event spaces whether it be for a wedding, awards night or conference making sure every detail is considered. You will also support with the event service helping to ensure our guests have a great experience and that memorable moments are created.

In return the role offers £12.21 per hour plus meals on duty and access to your wages when you need it via Wagestream.

What we look for in an Events Waiter/Waitress:
• A keen eye for detail to ensure that every event is set up to perfection
• Someone motivated by delivering high standards of service to ensure each and every guest has a memorable experience
• Someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, juggling multiple tasks with enthusiasm
• A confident team player who enjoys working with others and interacting with people

It would be great if you have previous experience within a similar role or working with events type role. However, experience is not essential as full training can be provided so, if you are willing to learn, you could still be our next Events Waiter/Waitress

The Pay & Benefits:

At De Vere we pay attention to the thoughtful details that inspire the loyalty of our permanent colleagues. That’s why we are proud to offer the following benefits for the role of Events Waiter / Waitress.

• £12.21 per hour plus Service Charge
• Free meals on duty in our colleague dining facilities
• Stay in shape with complimentary use of the Leisure Club facilities saving you money on costly gym memberships
• We believe in celebrating your special moments too, which is why we offer an extra paid day off for your birthday, along with a £20 love to shop voucher.
• Varied shift patterns and contracts available to suit your lifestyle, we are 24/7 operation, meaning shift patterns to suit everyone
• As a token of our gratitude for your loyalty, we'll treat you to an annual complimentary 2-night stay with dinner in a De Vere property of your choice, plus additional monetary rewards for reaching long service milestones
• Discover exclusive perks with our £50 colleague rates for overnight stays at De Vere properties, accompanied by a fantastic 50% discount on Food & Beverage.
• 28 days holiday each year (increasing annually up to 33 days)
• Explore our Exclusively Yours Benefits portal, unlocking hundreds of discounts on retail, travel, and leisure activities.
• We are committed to your growth and offer excellent career progression opportunities, including access to our Apprenticeship programmes and study support.
• Take advantage of our Employee Assistance Programme, Hospitality Action, providing 24/7 health and wellbeing support, including free counselling.
• Experience the flexibility and convenience of Wagestream, our financial wellbeing platform, granting you instant access to your pay when you need it.
• We value your hard work and recognise your achievements through our monthly colleague recognition programme, You Are De Vere, culminating in an exciting annual colleague recognition event.
• Join a supportive team that knows how to have fun with regular team appreciation events, including memorable Christmas and Summer parties.
• Gain peace of mind with our Company Life Assurance scheme, ensuring financial security for your loved ones.