F&B Assistant

Inspired Villages; Liphook; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic F&B Assistant to enhance the dining experience for residents and guests. This role involves setting up the restaurant, greeting customers, and assisting the kitchen team in food preparation. The ideal candidate will possess strong customer service skills and a flexible approach to work. With a commitment to creating a vibrant community, this opportunity offers a supportive environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally. Join a team that values your unique contributions and fosters a culture of belonging.

Benefits

Bupa Health Cashplan

Life Assurance

33 days annual leave

Holiday buying scheme

Big birthdays off

5% matched pension scheme

Retail discounts

Access to SMART tech

Ongoing learning and development

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a customer-facing role, ideally in hospitality.
• Self-motivated with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Setting up the restaurant and greeting customers.
• Assisting kitchen team with food preparation and serving drinks.
• Maintaining cleanliness in the bar and restaurant area.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Food Hygiene

Flexibility

Education

Customer Service Qualifications

Food Hygiene Certification

Job description

We’re driven by our purpose to build real communities, which enhance the lives of our residents every single day. If you’re looking for a career which means more and gives you more, personally and professionally, there’s a place for you here at Inspired Villages.

In partnership with Legal & General PLC and NatWest Pension Trustee Limited, with hugely ambitious (and very achievable) growth plans, we are seeking a F&B Assistant to join our expanding food and beverage team.

You will be responsible for setting up the restaurant, meeting and greeting customers whilst presenting a variety of freshly cooked menu options.

The Role:

• Meeting and greeting customers and residents
• Assisting the kitchen team in food preparation
• Serving drinks including alcoholic beverages
• Taking and processing customer’s orders
• Processing payments via card and cash
• Keeping the bar and restaurant area clean and tidy
• Answering questions about the menu items including ingredients and prices
• Assisting with the washing up, resetting tables and refilling condiments
• Collecting food from the kitchen area and serve.

Key Requirements:

• Previous experience working within a customer facing role (ideally within the hospitality sector)
• Self-motivated, personable and excellent communication skills
• Flexible approach to daily duties and shift patterns
• Any qualifications within customer service, food hygiene or hospitality would be desirable, but not essential.

The Benefits:

• Bupa Health Cashplan (including employee assistance program)
• Life Assurance at x4 your annual salary
• 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays, pro-rated to your contracted working hours)
• Holiday buying scheme (up to a week's extra leave)
• Big birthdays off (those ending in a 0)
• 5% matched pension scheme
• Retail discounts on a variety of outlets
• Access to SMART tech
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Wellbeing hub and resources; including discounts related to wellbeing interventions
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric car scheme
• Working in an incredible workspace, with a gym, social areas, and parking.

At Inspired Villages, we invite everyone, regardless of background, to join our thriving community. Here, you'll be included, involved, and inspired to contribute your unique talents. We are committed to creating a culture of belonging, where uniqueness is celebrated and you’re inspired to be your best, every day.

More enjoyment. More satisfaction. More like one big family. If you’re looking for a career that means more and gives you more, hit that apply button!