Seasonal Bar and Waiting Assistant

Another-Place,-the-Machrie; Gartness; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team accommodation

Golf course access

Staff discounts

Career progression

Job summary

Another Place, The Machrie on Islay is seeking a Seasonal Bar and Waiting Assistant for a full-time role until mid-November. You will greet guests, take orders, mix cocktails, and deliver an exceptional dining experience in a coastal setting.

The role offers a competitive salary with monthly tips, access to our Championship Links Golf Course, and an annual Islay Living Allowance. Candidates should be flexible to work evenings, weekends and holidays and have a valid driving licence.

Qualifications

• Valid driving licence is essential.
• Strong guest focus and excellent communication.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multitasking.
• Accurate cash handling and transactional skills.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Attention to detail and good time management.
• Desirable: island living experience and food hygiene certificate.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and follow food safety standards.
• Greet guests warmly and provide outstanding service.
• Take food and beverage orders accurately and efficiently.
• Coordinate with kitchen and bar staff for timely delivery.
• Serve food and drinks professionally and courteously.
• Anticipate guest needs and respond promptly to requests.

Skills

Valid driving licence

Guest focus

Communication skills

Time management

Multitasking

Cash handling

Willing to work evenings weekends

Attention to detail

Listening skills

Island living experience (desirable)

Food hygiene certificate (desirable)

Job description

Seasonal Bar and Waiting Assistant | Another Place, The Machrie | Restaurant | Full-time (until mid-November)

Offering a competitive salary, monthly tips, use of our Championship Links Golf Course, and an annual £2,598 Islay Living Allowance (paid monthly) for all off-site team.

Wild coastlines, big skies and a close-knit island community set the rhythm of daily life on Islay. The roll of waves, breeze-blown dune grasses, and call of seabirds make up a rich island soundtrack. It’s a haven for people who live and breathe the outdoors. Exhilarating and revitalising, vibrant and relaxed - the wonder of the wilds here is limitless.

Set within this captivating landscape lies Another Place, The Machrie. Originating from the Gaelic term ‘machair’, meaning ‘the linking stretch of land that joins the grassy dunes with the shoreline’, The Machrie offers elevated comforts and unforgettable experiences.

Our Seasonal Bar and Waiting Assistant role:

Another Place, The Machrie – a place for people who take pride in growing their skills, supporting local suppliers, sharing seasonal menus, crafting great coffee, and maintaining excellent guest experiences.

Our Bar and Waiting team is essential for maintaining our exemplary guest satisfaction at Another Place, The Machrie. Together, we deliver exceptional dining, craft exquisite coffee, mix cocktails, and ensure that guests receive a consistently high-quality dining experience.

Our team ensures that guests receive a warm welcome and are cared for, are aware of our current offerings, and enjoy every moment that they spend with us. This seasonal full-time position is offered until mid-November.

As our Seasonal Bar and Waiting Assistant you’ll be:

• Maintaining cleanliness and adhering to food safety standards.
• Greeting guests warmly and providing excellent customer service throughout their dining experience.
• Taking food and beverage orders accurately and efficiently.
• Communicating effectively with the kitchen and bar staff to ensure timely delivery of orders.
• Serving food and beverages to guests in a professional and courteous manner.
• Anticipating guests' needs and responding promptly to any requests or concerns.
• Handling cash and credit card transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Maintaining cleanliness and organization in the dining area, including clearing tables and sanitizing surfaces.
• Adhering to all food safety and sanitation guidelines.

You’ll also be:

• Working collaboratively with your team members to ensure smooth operation of the restaurant.
• Complying with all licensing laws.
• Ensuring that the guest facing and BOH areas are clean, and that Riskproof is being completed each day.
• Promoting a positive working environment and inclusive culture within our team.
• Promoting our shared responsibility to look after our teams and planet.

With 43 beautifully designed rooms, a world-class Scottish championship links golf course, a contemporary restaurant showcasing seasonal island produce (recognised with a 4* Silver AA award and a Rosette), a wild Scandinavian-inspired hot tub garden, and an art collection curated throughout by Sue Nye, The Machrie encapsulates the best of both worlds; a feeling of being looked-after, and the freedom to explore.

For our guests, how their stay makes them feel is crucial; cared about, looked after, welcome. It’s the heart and soul of our active relaxation concept, made possible by the people on our team.

The skills you’ll be sharing with us:

• Previous experience in a similar role (preferred but not required)
• A valid driving licence (essential)
• A strong guest focus
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail with organizational skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively
• Basic math skills for handling cash transactions
• A willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Excellent time management and delegation skills
• Good listening skills and a proactive, helpful attitude towards team members
• Previous experience of island living, or equivalent (desirable)
• Food Hygiene certificate(desirable)

Life at Another Place, The Machrie

On Islay, The Machrie embraces all-season island living. With long winters, limited entertainment, and few distractions, it requires an appreciation and resilience for rural life.

Due to the hotel’s remote location, you will require a valid driving license and access to a personal vehicle. We also offer team accommodation within same-sex residences (where possible).

What we’ll offer you in return:

• A relaxed, professional place to work in a beautiful location – Islay ‘the queen’ of the Hebridean archipelago off the West Coast of Scotland
• A welcoming team of like minds, eager to support and encourage each other
• Accommodation (as required, dependent on availability)
• Excellent career prospects in an ever-expanding organisation
• Use of our Championship LinksGolf Course (7,000 yards from the back tees, rated one of the world's top 100), regardless of ability
• Special rates for you and your friends & family to stay at Another Place – The Machrie, Another Place – The Lake, SeaSpace, and Watergate Bay Hotels
• Discounts for you and your friends & family to eat at our variety of restaurants (including 18 Restaurant and Bar)
• Team social events throughout the year
• Team assistance scheme – a dedicated helpline for support & advice on topics from mental health through to managing your finances

From discounted stays to training and development opportunities, we're all about helping our team achieve their personal and professional goals. With far-reaching views stretching across the golf links and Laggan Bay, you’ll never be short on inspiration. Life at Another Place isn't just a job - it's a transformative career opportunity.

Compensation: Competitive salary.