Food And Beverage Team Member

The Queen at Chester Hotel; Chester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts on bedroom rates

Shopping discounts

Eye care

Counseling sessions

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

LGH Hotels Management is seeking staff to join the food and beverage team at The Queen at Chester Hotel. You will help set up the restaurant and bar for service, maintain high presentation standards, and be a friendly, familiar face for our guests.

You’ll take food and drink orders, recommend products with confidence, and use natural upselling to enhance each guest’s experience. We celebrate true hospitality — bringing your personality to work, engaging with guests, and contributing to a vibrant

Qualifications

• Friendly, positive attitude and enjoy engaging with guests.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, lively hospitality environment.
• Pride in presentation, service and attention to detail.
• Confidence in recommending food and drinks and enhancing guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Help set up the restaurant and bar for service.
• Maintain high presentation standards throughout service.
• Be a friendly, familiar face for guests and take orders.
• Recommend products with confidence and use upselling to enhance guest experiences.

Skills

Friendly attitude

Guest engagement

Job description

Love hospitality and enjoy making people feel welcome? Join our food and beverage team and be part of an environment where great service, personality, and memorable experiences really matter.

In this role, you’ll help set up the restaurant and bar for service, maintain high presentation standards, and become a friendly, familiar face for our guests. You’ll take food and drink orders, recommend products with confidence, and use natural upselling to enhance each guest’s experience.

We believe the best hospitality comes from people who bring their true selves to work. If you enjoy engaging with guests, working as part of a vibrant team, and creating moments that leave people smiling, this is a great opportunity to do what you love — every shift.

• Our enviable employee discounts on bedroom rates across our Best Western hotel portfolio.
• Shopping discounts - ranging from groceries, fashion, travel, utilities, days out, and even holidays.
• Eye care
• Free legal & money advice
• Counseling sessions
• Cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing tips and support fitness videos
• Recipe ideas
• Advice on keeping active and healthy living
• Wellbeing podcasts and tv
• Breathing exercises
• 24/7 advice and support line
• Team reward & recognition
• Free meals on duty
• Free parking

Who This Role Is For

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working with people and takes pride in delivering great hospitality.

You’ll be a great fit if you:

• Have a friendly, positive attitude and enjoy engaging with guests
• Like working in a fast-paced, lively environment
• Take pride in presentation, service, and attention to detail
• Feel confident recommending food and drinks and enhancing the guest experience
• Enjoy being part of a supportive, energetic team
• Whether you’re building your hospitality experience or already love life on the floor, this role gives you the chance to bring your personality to work and make a real difference to every guest you serve.

Hotel

Welcome to the original railway hotel. Since 1860, we’ve been creating wonderful experiences for discerning travellers. Situated at the gateway to Chester, we offer a stylish escape, a place to rest from your journey, and a luxurious, well-connected base to explore Chester and beyond.

Our hotel is renowned for its rich heritage and stunning public areas, where you can enjoy great food, afternoon teas, and signature cocktails. Don’t miss our hidden gem, the terrace, a tranquil oasis in the heart of the city.

Built opposite Chester station to serve first-class rail passengers, this hotel has an illustrious past. This magnificent brick and stucco Italianate building was considered the first skyscraper of its time. Since opening in 1860, it has hosted notable guests such as Charles Dickens, Cecil Rhodes, and Lillie Langtry.

All 218 bedrooms feature superfast Wi-Fi, a TV, and 24-hour room service. The hotel also offers 8 conference rooms, ideal for any event, meeting, or wedding.

About us

Looking for an exciting career in the hospitality industry? Look no further than LGH Hotels Management! With a growing portfolio of 42 hotels throughout the UK, including globally recognised brands such as Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, and Best Western, all located in prime locations, we are the premier destination for those seeking a fulfilling career in hospitality. Join our dynamic team and be a part of shaping the future of the UK hospitality industry.

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