Server/Waiter/Waitress

Heartwood Propco; Cambourne; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

National Living Wage + TRONC

Stepping Stones training

Employee Assistance Program

EarlyPay

Maternity Leave

Paternity Leave

Referral bonus £1,500

Food discounts at Heartwood Inns

Cycle to Work

Long Service Recognition

Birthday gift

Retailer discounts

Job summary

The Meadow Lark, Trumpington – opening late 2026, joins The Heartwood Collection’s front of house team. We are seeking an enthusiastic Waiter/Waitress to assist at the newly refurbished pub with rooms, delivering warm, attentive service for guests and diners in a vibrant setting.

Join a growing hospitality group with a strong training programme, employee benefits and opportunities for progression as we build a landmark venue in Trumpington near Cambridge.

Qualifications

• You are a people person with great interpersonal skills.
• Flexible, reliable and passionate about delivering excellent service.
• Interest in great quality food and high standards.

Skills

People person

Interpersonal skills

Guest service

Flexible

Reliable

Job description

Waiter / Waitress

The Meadow Lark, Trumpington – Opening Late 2026

At Heartwood Collection, we’re on the lookout for passionate and vibrant individuals to join our team as a Waiter / Waitress to join the opening Front of House team at The Meadow Lark, following a major refurbishment of this exciting pub with rooms.

Recruitment Open Days

The Clay Farm Centre
Hobson Avenue, Trumpington, Cambridge, CB2 9FN

Wednesday 28th October – 10:00 am to 4:30 pm
Thursday 29th October – 10:00 am to 4:30 pm

About The Meadow Lark

Located in Trumpington, just south of Cambridge, The Meadow Lark will feature:

• An 84-cover bar
• An 84-cover restaurant
• An 80-cover terrace and landscaped garden
• 19 boutique bedrooms

What we offer:

• Pay is based on National Living Wage + TRONC*
• Bespoke training and development through our Stepping Stones programme
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program with Hospitality Action
• Instant pay access through EarlyPay
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave
• Up to £1,500 Referral Bonus
• 50% off food at any Heartwood Inns or Brasserie Blanc, plus a 20% discount for family and friends
• A birthday gift and Long Service Recognition
• Discounts on hundreds of retailers and experiences via Reward Gateway
• Cycle to Work Scheme

About You:

• You’re a people person with great interpersonal skills and love making guests feel special
• You’re flexible, reliable, and passionate about delivering excellent service
• Have an interest in great quality food and high standards

Heartwood Collection is a multi-award-winning hospitality group:

• Sunday Times Best Places to Work winner 2024
• Double winner at the Publican Awards 2024
• Best Pub Brand/ Concept at the Publican Awards 2025

At Heartwood Collection, we’re excited about the future. With over 40 locations now and plans to expand to more than 60 by 2027, including over 500 bedrooms, there’s never been a better time to join us. We’re committed to growing our team with progression opportunities across our estate.

Join us and be part of a community that’s warm, genuine, and full of life.

*The hourly rate includes the National Living Wage and TRONC, calculated from the expected 6 months’ average.

Please note, we cannot take applications from overseas or that require sponsorship