Assistant Restaurant & Bar Manager - Maternity Cover

About Us

Bedford Lodge Hotel & Spa is a luxury, four AA Red Star guest destination nestled in Newmarket, Suffolk. Surrounded by three acres of beautiful grounds, Bedford Lodge Hotel & Spa retains the charm of a Georgian country house, yet offers the very best in modern comfort, cuisine, hospitality and luxury.

The Team

Our continuing success is based on the team we have working here. We look not only for skills, but also passion and enthusiasm and the ability to deliver outstanding service & hospitality.You will join a team of professionals who strive to provide an exceptional service to our guests within our 2 AA Rosette Squires Restaurant, the Roxana Bar and the Spa Lounge.

The Position

Supporting the Restaurant & Bar Manager, you will oversee a team of like-minded individuals whilst being committed to leading by example, motivating others, and providing exemplary service to our guests.

Youll have experience motivating a hospitality team, be highly conscientious and be ready to hit the ground running.

This role will be on a fixed term contract basis for up to 12 months to cover a period of maternity leave. The ideal start date for the successful candidate will be 1st April 2025.

About You

You will have:

Experience at Assistant Manager / Supervisor level within a similar environment.

A passion for hospitality and Food & Beverage with strong product knowledge.

A commitment to maintaining high standards.

A keen eye for detail.

Dedicated to providing excellent customer care.

Excellent communication skills.

Flexibility and availability to work evenings and weekends on a rota basis.

A desire to work in a professional guest-focused hotel environment.

Professionalism and excellent personal presentation.

Why Join our Team

A privately owned, independent hotel we have the opportunity to focus on what we do best creating memorable moments for our guests and taking care of our staff as one big team.
We are all exceptionally proud to work here and of the work that we do. Would you like to join a great team and feel the same?

What We Offer

Employee Assistance Programme (Hospitality Action)

Free meals whilst on duty

Paid breaks

An extra day of leave on your birthday

Complimentary membership of The Health & Fitness Club

Discounted membership of The Health & Fitness Club for your partner

50% food discount within our 2 AA Rosette Squires Restaurant & Roxana Bar

20% discount on treatments and spa days at The Spa at Bedford Lodge Hotel

Discounted accommodation rates

Discounted hotel stays across the Pride of Britain hotel group

Option to purchase wine at cost price

Long service awards

Reward and recognition scheme

Generous Refer a Friend scheme

Pension scheme

Industry relevant training