Waiter/Waitress

Find Apprenticeships; Newton Abbot; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading hotel group as a Food & Beverage Assistant, where you'll deliver top-tier experiences to guests in both casual and fine dining settings. With flexible employment options available, including full-time and part-time contracts, this is your chance to be part of an award-winning team dedicated to employee wellbeing and recognition. Enjoy competitive compensation, generous time off, and a variety of perks designed to support your growth and happiness.

Benefits

31 days of leave, increasing to 33 with service

Accommodation available

Monthly tips shared among staff

Exclusive savings at 800+ retailers

Access to wellbeing programs

Health and wellness plans

Cycle-to-work and electric vehicle leasing options

Discounted stays and spa treatments

Free parking and meals on duty

Uniform provided and footwear allowance

Qualifications

• Professional and dedicated to delivering first-class experiences.
• Comfortable in both volume led and fine dining environments.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional service in a fast-paced environment.
• Build relationships with guests and the hotel team.
• Ensure high standards of customer care.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Customer Service

Job description

** 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 2024 by The Caterer, and recently crowned Best Employer at the Springboard Awards for Excellence**

**Bovey Castle has been awarded LARGE HOTEL OF THE YEAR (2024) by

Devon Tourism

**

We offer minimum

40-hour per week employment contracts

, but we understand that everyone's needs are different. That's why we're happy to discuss part-time and casuals contracts to fit around your individual schedule.

What We Offer:

• Full-time (40 hours per week) Part-time and Casual Contracts tailored to your lifestyle.
• Overtime Pay - you'll be paid for every hour worked beyond your contracted hours.

Whether you're seeking a full-time role or looking for part-time work that fits around other commitments, we have different options available.

What you'll need to be a great Food & Beverage Assistant?

• To be professional, knowledgeable and dedicated to delivering first class experiences to guests; high standards will be second nature to you;
• Comfortable working within a volume led environment, as well as more intimate fine dining setting
• Excellent communication skills, and level of English - both written and spoken; with the confidence to build relationships with the wider hotel team and guests;
• To enjoy working in a fast paced environment with a can do' attitude & to love the buzz of being busy;
• Experience working within an environment within the consortia's of Pride of Britain, Relais & Chateaux or Small Luxury Hotels of the World would be ideal.

What's in it for you?

At Eden Hotel Collection, we're proud of our award-winning approach to employee wellbeing, engagement, and recognition (with industry award wins in both 2023 and 2024!)-which means you're joining a team that values your happiness, growth, and success every step of the way.Want to hear more about Life at Eden', follow us on Instagram @ehcpeople

• Generous Time Off

  : 31 days of leave, increasing to 33 with service.

• Live-in:

  Accommodation available

• 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.

A 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 valueyourinput.
• 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.

INDHP