Waiter / waitress - East Horsley

De Vere; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality venue in East Horsley is seeking a Waiter / Waitress to deliver exceptional service in a dynamic team environment. Responsibilities include ensuring guests have a memorable experience, providing food and drinks efficiently, and working 40 hours a week. Ideal candidates will demonstrate attention to detail and thrive in fast-paced settings. Competitive pay and benefits are offered, including free meals, holiday discounts, and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

£12.21 per hour

A share of the Restaurant Service Charge

Free meals on duty

Complimentary use of Leisure Club facilities

Extra paid day off for your birthday

Annual complimentary 2-night stay with dinner

Exclusive colleague rates for overnight stays

28 days holiday each year

Career progression opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Financial wellbeing platform

Monthly colleague recognition programme

Regular team appreciation events

Qualifications

• Must be 18 or over.
• Keen eye for detail and intuitive approach to guests’ needs.
• Motivated by delivering high standards of service.

Responsibilities

• Ensure guests have a great experience.
• Provide food and drinks smoothly and efficiently.
• Work full‑time (40 hours per week) on 5 out of any 7 days.

Skills

Attention to detail

High standards of service

Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Team player

Strong interpersonal skills

Job description

Job Title

Waiter / Waitress – East Horsley

We are recruiting for a Waiter / Waitress to join our team at De Vere Horsley Estate in East Horsley. Our restaurants and bars are vibrant places to work and central to our guests’ overall hotel experience. We also host regular events from weddings to private functions and large conferences.

Responsibilities

• Be an integral part of the team, ensuring guests have a great experience.
• Provide food and drinks smoothly and efficiently and create memorable moments for all guests.
• Work full‑time (40 hours per week) on 5 out of any 7 days.

Qualifications

• Keen eye for detail and an intuitive approach to guests’ needs.
• Motivated by delivering high standards of service to ensure each guest has a memorable experience.
• Thrives in a fast‑paced environment, juggling multiple tasks with enthusiasm.
• Confident team player who enjoys working with others and interacting with people.
• Must be 18 or over.

Pay & Benefits

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

• £12.21 per hour.
• A share of the Restaurant Service Charge to help boost your earnings.
• Free meals on duty in our colleague dining facilities.
• Complimentary use of the Leisure Club facilities.
• One extra paid day off for your birthday, plus a £20 love‑to‑shop voucher.
• Annual complimentary 2‑night stay with dinner in a De Vere property of your choice, plus additional rewards for long‑service milestones.
• Exclusive 50% colleague rates for overnight stays and 50% discount on food & beverage.
• 28 days holiday each year (increasing annually up to 33 days).
• Access to the Exclusively Yours Benefits portal, unlocking hundreds of discounts on retail, travel and leisure.
• Career progression opportunities, including apprenticeship programmes and study support.
• Employee Assistance Programme, Hospitality Action, offering 24/7 health and wellbeing support and free counselling.
• Financial wellbeing platform Wagestream, granting instant access to your pay when needed.
• Monthly colleague recognition programme “You Are De Vere,” culminating in an annual event.
• Regular team appreciation events, including Christmas and Summer parties.
• Company Life Assurance scheme for financial security.

About De Vere Horsley Estate

De Vere Horsley Estate has 180 bedrooms, 51 meeting and event spaces, a restaurant, 3 bars, a gym and swimming pool. It offers a charming lakeside mansion house, Horsley Towers, and the equally impressive Horsley Place, all set within 75 acres of beautiful Surrey parkland. Our team holds regular colleague events and activities, including an annual family summer BBQ party, wellbeing yoga classes and a badminton club.

Join our team

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.