Sunrise Breakfast Host | Welcoming Guest Service

Wotton House; Westcott; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted hotel stays

Free meals on duty

30% food & beverage discount

Course sponsorship and development

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Wotton House in Surrey is seeking a friendly Breakfast Assistant to join our Food & Beverage team and help guests start their day the Wonderfully Wotton way. You’ll deliver warm service, replenish the breakfast buffet and set up the restaurant for service, ensuring a memorable first impression.

We value a positive attitude, team spirit and a willingness to learn. Previous hospitality experience is helpful but not essential, with opportunities to grow and enjoy staff benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a restaurant, hotel or hospitality environment would be advantageous, but isn't essential.
• A genuine passion for hospitality and delivering excellent guest service.
• A friendly, approachable and bubbly personality with a positive attitude.
• Confidence in communicating with guests and making them feel comfortable and welcome.
• Great teamwork skills and a willingness to support colleagues across the department.
• The ability to stay calm, organised and cheerful during busy breakfast services.
• Good attention to detail and pride in maintaining high standards of presentation and cleanliness.
• A proactive, hands‑on approach and the ability to use your initiative.
• A willingness to learn new skills and develop your knowledge of food, beverages and hospitality.
• Reliability, punctuality and enthusiasm for being part of a busy team.
• Availability to work early morning shifts, including weekends and bank holidays.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming guests with a warm smile and helping them feel at home.
• Delivering friendly, attentive breakfast service for a great start to the day.
• Taking orders, serving hot drinks and ensuring guests have what they need.
• Setting up and replenishing the breakfast buffet, keeping it fresh and inviting.
• Preparing the restaurant for breakfast service and keeping areas clean and welcoming.
• Clearing and resetting tables efficiently while maintaining a relaxed atmosphere.
• Answering guest questions and assisting with dietary requirements and allergen enquiries.
• Working with the Kitchen team to ensure prompt, high standards of service.
• Keeping breakfast areas clean, tidy and well‑stocked during service.
• Helping with breakdown and preparing the restaurant for the next part of the day.
• Following food hygiene, health & safety standards at all times.
• Supporting colleagues and contributing ideas during busy periods.

Skills

Hospitality experience

Guest service

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Availability for early mornings

Job description

Wotton House in Surrey is seeking a friendly Breakfast Assistant to join our Food & Beverage team and help guests start their day the Wonderfully Wotton way. You’ll deliver warm service, replenish the breakfast buffet and set up the restaurant for service, ensuring a memorable first impression.

We value a positive attitude, team spirit and a willingness to learn. Previous hospitality experience is helpful but not essential, with opportunities to grow and enjoy staff benefits.