Waiter / Waitress

De Vere Ltd.; Mortimer; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on duty

Leisure club access

Career progression opportunities

Apprenticeship programmes and study

Job summary

De Vere Wokefield Estate is recruiting a Waiter/Waitress to deliver exceptional dining service across our estate venues. You will serve guests in a dynamic, 24/7 operation with training provided where needed, including support for weddings and conferences.

Applicants should be over 18 and ready to join a friendly team. The role offers varied shifts, staff meals, leisure facilities access, and career progression opportunities within a supportive hospitality group.

Qualifications

• Experience in waitstaff roles preferred, but full training is provided.
• Over 18 to apply.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide food and drinks to guests smoothly and efficiently.
• Maintain high standards of service and guest satisfaction.
• Collaborate with colleagues to manage festive events and daily operations.

Skills

Eye for detail

High service standards

Fast-paced environment

Team player

Job description

De Vere Wokefield Estate set in 250 acres of rural Berkshire parkland is home to a historic Mansion House filled with traditional features and the contemporary Wokefield Place that offers state of the art facilities. It has 376 bedrooms and suites, 39 meeting rooms with large event space and a high tech dedicated conference building, an 18-hole PGA approved championship golf course and leisure club. Benedict's Bar, The 1560 Restaurant, The View Restaurant, Burr & Co. coffee shop and a deli are some of our amazing food and beverage options at Wokefield Estate: there really is something for everyone.

Your commute: just outside Reading, we're 10 minutes from J11 of the M4, with fast and direct trains from London Paddington to Reading Train station. We also offer subsidised travel to our colleagues who work at Wokefield Estate.

At De Vere, we warmly welcome everyone and foster a sense of belonging, where each person is valued and appreciated. Join our team and become part of a passionate group of individuals who genuinely care about the experiences we create for our guests and colleagues.

Are you ready to deliver exceptional service standards and create memorable experiences?

We are recruiting for a Waiter/Waitress to join our team at De Vere Wokefied Estate in Mortimer. Our restaurants and bars are vibrant places to work and are central to our guest's overall hotel experience. We also host regular events from weddings to private functions and large conferences. You will need to be over 18 to apply for this position.

As a Waiter/Waitress at De Vere Wokefield Estate you will be an integral part of our team, responsible for ensuring our guests have a great experience. Whatever the reason for our guests visit you will make sure their food and drinks are provided smoothly and efficiently and that memorable moments are created.

We have a variety of shifts and hours available must have availability to work Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What we look for in a Waiter/Waitress:

• A keen eye for detail and an intuitive approach to our guest's needs
• Someone motivated by delivering high standards of service to ensure each and every guest has a memorable experience
• Someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, juggling multiple tasks with enthusiasm
• A confident team player who enjoys working with others and interacting with people

It would be great if you have previous experience as a Waiter / Waitress, however experience is not essential as full training can be provided so, if you are willing to learn, we would invite you to apply!

The Pay & Benefits:

At De Vere we pay attention to the thoughtful details that inspire the loyalty of our colleagues.

That's why we are proud to offer the following benefits for the role of Waiter/Waitress.

• £12.71 per hour
• Varied shift patterns and contracts available to suit your lifestyle, we are 24/7 operation, meaning shift patterns to suit everyone
• Paid holiday allowance based on the hours that you work
• Free meals on duty in our colleague dining facilities
• Stay in shape with complimentary use of the Leisure Club facilities saving you money on costly gym memberships
• Explore our Exclusively Yours Benefits portal, unlocking hundreds of discounts on retail, travel, and leisure activities.
• We are committed to your growth and offer excellent career progression opportunities, including access to our Apprenticeship programmes and study support.
• Take advantage of our Employee Assistance Programme, Hospitality Action, providing 24/7 health and wellbeing support, including free counselling.
• Experience the flexibility and convenience of Wagestream, our financial wellbeing platform, granting you instant access to your pay when you need it.
• Join a supportive team that knows how to have fun with regular team appreciation events, including memorable Christmas and Summer parties.