Waiter / Waitress

Audley Villages; Gerrards Cross; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a growing luxury brand within a vibrant retirement village, offering a unique blend of hospitality and customer service. This role provides an exciting opportunity to enhance your skills in a beautiful setting, catering to both residents and external guests. With a commitment to professional development, you will thrive in an environment that values quality and attention to detail. Enjoy benefits like a competitive salary, work-life balance, and extensive learning opportunities. If you are passionate about hospitality and eager to make a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Work-life balance

Competitive salary

Company pension scheme

28 days holiday

50% discount on food and drinks

Staff rates for guest suites

Excellent learning opportunities

Free employee discount portal membership

Free Healthcare Cash Plan membership

Refer a friend bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Previous hospitality experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality service to guests and owners.
• Monitor stock levels and maintain cleanliness.
• Assist with reservations and promote the village.

Skills

Hospitality Experience

Cash Handling Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Proactive Approach

Organizational Skills

Sales Opportunities

Flexibility

Job description

The Role

The Restaurant is set within our Audley Retirement village, which features its own health club, library, fine dining restaurant, bar, and luxury suites. Audley villages consist of owners who reside on-site in their private homes, as well as external customers. We offer everything from simple to fine cuisine, beautiful settings in heritage buildings, and the very best staff. As a growing luxury brand, we are committed to investing in our people’s training and development, making this a great opportunity to build your skills, take on diverse roles, and advance your hospitality career quickly.

The Responsibilities

• Providing high-quality service and experience to Audley Owners and External Customers.
• Welcoming guests warmly and ensuring seamless service.
• Taking reservations, seating guests, advising on the menu, serving afternoon tea, and promoting the village and our luxury spa.
• Sharing a friendly interaction with regular guests.
• Assisting in servicing guest suites and handling owner inquiries.
• Monitoring stock levels, setting up for special events, and maintaining cleanliness throughout the venue.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous hospitality experience and cash handling skills are preferred.
• Prides themselves on attention to detail and quality.
• Possesses a proactive, organised approach to work.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Self-motivated, driven by high standards and sales opportunities.
• Eager to learn and develop professionally.
• Flexible and hands-on attitude towards duties and shifts.
• Warm, professional, empathetic, and well-presented.

Benefits

• Work-life balance
• Competitive salary
• Company pension scheme with 5% employer contribution
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays
• 50% discount on food and drinks across all our restaurants nationwide
• Staff rates for guest suites at our luxury villages nationwide
• Excellent learning and development opportunities
• Free membership to our employee discount portal
• Free Healthcare Cash Plan membership
• Refer a friend bonus scheme
• Free uniform and more

Audley Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and adheres to an affirmative action policy. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, or veteran status.