Maintenance Assistant - Part time

TN United Kingdom; Whitstable; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Assistant to join their team in a beautiful coastal retreat. This part-time role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the success of a historic hotel, ensuring the quality and safety of facilities while supporting a vibrant hospitality environment. With a commitment to training and development, the company values enthusiasm and reliability, making it an ideal place for those eager to learn and grow. Enjoy competitive pay, tips, and a variety of discounts, all while being part of a family-run business with a rich heritage.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay rate

Share of tips

Early wage withdrawal scheme

20% discount on food

25% discount on hotel bookings

20% discount at Visitor Centre Shop

Access to Workplace Mental Health Platform

Company pension scheme

Opportunities for development

Qualifications

• Preferred experience in a similar industry but not essential.
• Training provided for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the quality and safety of facilities and services.
• Support colleagues to ensure a great customer experience.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Job description

Maintenance Assistant - Part time, Whitstable

Shepherd Neame is seeking a part-time Maintenance Assistant to join our team. If you enjoy hospitality but prefer working behind the scenes to support your colleagues and contribute to the team's success, this could be the perfect role for you.

The Marine Hotel, located just outside Whitstable on Tankerton Slopes, is a beautiful coastal retreat with 30 spacious bedrooms, many with sea views or private balconies. The historic Grade II Listed building has recently undergone extensive refurbishment. Guests can dine in the relaxed bar and lounge or the formal restaurant, and our function rooms are popular for weddings, meetings, and events.

At Shepherd Neame, we understand that first impressions matter. You will play a key role in maintaining the quality, appearance, and safety of our facilities and services, ensuring our customers have a great experience.

Previous experience in a similar industry is preferred but not essential. We value qualities such as enthusiasm, reliability, and a willingness to learn, and we are ready to train the right candidate.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive hourly pay rate
• A share of tips in addition to your hourly pay
• Early wage withdrawal scheme
• 20% discount on food at Shepherd Neame Managed Houses
• 25% discount on overnight Managed House Hotel bookings
• 20% discount at the Visitor Centre Shop in Faversham
• Access to a Workplace Mental Health Platform
• Company pension scheme
• Opportunities for development and internal movement within our pubs, brewery, and support offices

Shepherd Neame is Britain’s oldest brewer, with a rich history spanning over 300 years. We are an independent, family-run business with an award-winning visitor centre and over 300 pubs and hotels across London and the South East. We employ approximately 1,500 staff across our pub estate and over 270 at our brewery and support office.

We value diversity, equality, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to providing a supportive environment where everyone can thrive.