University Hospitality Placement

Eden Hotel Collection; North Bovey; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury boutique hotel group in North Bovey is seeking passionate hospitality students for a 6+ month professional placement. As a placement student, you'll rotate across departments like Food & Beverage and Front Office, gaining hands-on experience in a guest-focused environment. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a team-oriented mindset, and a commitment to excellence. Benefits include generous time off, monthly tips, and access to health and wellness plans, making it an excellent opportunity for career growth in the hospitality industry.

Benefits

Generous Time Off

Monthly Tips

Discounts & Perks

Wellbeing Centre

Health & Wellness Plans

Sustainable Commuting

Exclusive EHC Perks

Genuine Wellbeing Support

Employee Comm's

Grow with Eden

Family-Friendly Policies

Everyday Essentials

Qualifications

• Must have relevant hospitality, guest-facing work experience in the UK.
• Genuine enthusiasm for the hospitality industry.

Responsibilities

• Work in Food & Beverage, delivering exceptional dining experiences.
• Join Front Office to shape the guest journey.
• Take part in rotational placements across departments.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team-oriented mindset

Commitment to five-star guest experience

Professionalism and willingness to learn

Education

Currently studying a degree in Hospitality, Tourism, or Business

Job description

Overview

Eden Hotel Collection offers university students the opportunity to complete their professional placement within our luxury boutique hotels. This placement is designed for passionate and ambitious individuals studying for a degree in Hospitality Management, Travel & Tourism, or Business to gain hands-on experience in a quality-led, guest-focused environment.

We’re proud winners of the AA Small Hotel Group of the Year 2024-25, rated as a Top 30 Best Place to Work in Hospitality 2025 by The Caterer, and recently crowned Best Employer at the 2025 Springboard Awards for Excellence. Our hotel is in a very remote location and is not accessible by public transport. Live-in accommodation is available.

Who is this for? This placement is designed for university students seeking a 6+ month industry placement as part of their degree programme — whether a sandwich year, extended internship, or bespoke placement. It provides a meaningful springboard into the world of luxury hospitality and hotel operations.

What you’ll be doing

• We offer a structured and flexible experience across key operational departments:
• Food & Beverage – Work alongside experienced teams in our award-winning restaurants and brasseries (all holding 2–3 AA Rosettes), delivering exceptional dining experiences.
• Front Office – Join our reception, porterage, or guest services teams to play a key role in shaping the guest journey from arrival to departure.
• Bespoke Rotational Placements – For longer placements, we can offer exposure to multiple departments while focusing on your areas of interest, primarily within Food & Beverage or Front Office.

Throughout the placement, you will work closely with managers and team members, gradually building responsibility and confidence in a professional, fast-paced environment.

What you’ll need

• Be currently studying a degree in Hospitality, Tourism, or Business.
• Have gained some relevant hospitality, guest-facing work experience in the UK.
• Be committed to delivering a five-star guest experience.
• Possess strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.
• Demonstrate professionalism, a willingness to learn, and a genuine enthusiasm for the industry.

What to expect

• A full-time role, working a minimum of 40 hours per week across 5 days. Shifts may include early starts from 6:00am and late finishes during some placements.
• Weekend working is expected, with time off scheduled accordingly.
• A fast-paced, supportive environment where you’ll be encouraged to grow and take initiative.
• The placement does not include live-in accommodation. Candidates will be expected to find their own living arrangements.

What’s in it for you

This is your opportunity to gain meaningful experience in a luxury hospitality setting. As a placement student, you’ll develop practical skills, build your confidence, and work with an award-winning team passionate about quality and guest service. Many of our previous placement students have gone on to pursue graduate opportunities within the Eden Hotel Collection or the wider hospitality industry.

At Eden Hotel Collection, we’re proud of our award-winning approach to employee wellbeing, engagement, and recognition (with industry award wins in 2023, 2024 and 2025). You’re joining a team that values your happiness, growth, and success every step of the way.

• Generous Time Off: 31 days of leave, increasing to 33 with service.
• Monthly Tips: Fairly shared service charge/gratuities, all paid on second pay date in the month.
• Discounts & Perks: Exclusive savings at 800+ retailers, gyms, restaurants, days out, and utilities.
• Wellbeing Centre: Access to Hello Fresh recipes, fitness videos, and financial planning tools.
• Health & Wellness Plans: Dental, vision, alternative care, and 24/7 GP access.
• Sustainable Commuting: Cycle-to-Work and Electric Vehicle Leasing options.
• Exclusive EHC Perks: Discounted stays, spa treatments, golf, and leisure at our properties.
• The Happy Hub: Our reward and recognition platform where you can send peer-to-peer cards, earn monetary rewards, be celebrated as Employee of the Month, and receive long-service vouchers.
• Genuine Wellbeing Support: We’re here to support your financial, mental, and physical wellbeing both via our supportive teams and Hospitality Action.
• Employee Comm’s: Stay connected through Eden Engage for all the latest team news.
• Grow with Eden: Develop with us through apprenticeships and leadership programs like RISE & THRIVE.
• Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced leave and return-to-work financial support for life’s key moments.
• Everyday Essentials: Free parking, meals on duty, uniform provided and a footwear allowance.

Culture of Collaboration and Care

We work together to create a truly inclusive workplace, where your voice matters, and real change happens:

• Your Voice Matters: Regular surveys that value your input.
• Real Action: “You said, we did”—because we listen and respond.
• Sustainability Focus: Employee champions at every hotel and HQ.

We’re proud members of the Hoteliers’ Charter, and our team is always at the heart of what we do, guided by our values of Heart, Honesty, Spirit, and Team.

Our commitment to equity means we welcome talent from all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, and we encourage applications from all communities, including underrepresented groups, parents, people living with disabilities, and those bringing diverse perspectives. Join us to experience what it means to work for a values-led, award-winning employer.

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