Food and Beverage Service Apprenticeship

Location: Farington Lodge Hotel

32 Hours per week over 4 days: Includes weekends, evenings and bank holidays as required.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the friendly and professional food and beverage team at Farington Lodge Hotel as our new Apprentice. If you are reliable, eager to learn, and enthusiastic about providing outstanding hospitality service, we encourage you to apply for our Food and Beverage Service Apprenticeship. This role offers genuine development in a supportive hotel environment and is ideal for someone interested in building a rewarding career in hospitality.

• Deliver a high standard of service to all guests in the restaurant, bar, and function rooms, ensuring a warm and friendly welcome at every interaction.
• Support colleagues with preparing tables, setting up buffets, and ensuring dining and event spaces are prepared as required.
• Take food and drink orders accurately using the hotel’s systems and relay details efficiently to the kitchen or bar.
• Serve food and beverages promptly to guests, checking satisfaction and responding positively to requests or feedback.
• Clear tables, restock service areas, and keep public spaces clean and tidy at all times.
• Assist in the setup and service of weddings, events, meetings and private functions.
• Learn and uphold all health, safety, and food hygiene procedures to maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and guest care.
• Work collaboratively with the wider hotel team, including reception and housekeeping, to ensure seamless guest experiences.
• Participate in ongoing hospitality training and development to progress in the food and beverage industry.

• Keen interest in hospitality and willingness to learn all aspects of food and beverage service – no previous experience required as full training will be provided.
• Excellent communication and listening skills, with a positive and helpful manner when dealing with guests and colleagues.
• Team player able to work flexibly across different shifts, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
• Reliable, punctual and well-presented, representing the standards and values of Farington Lodge Hotel.
• Willingness to follow instructions and complete apprenticeship training, both on the job and through coursework.
• Commitment to upholding a safe, inclusive and respectful working environment for all.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and solve guest enquiries or issues professionally.

• Earn while you learn: structured apprenticeship training programme with national recognition.
• Supportive, welcoming team environment and regular feedback to help you grow in your role.
• Discounts on hotel accommodation within our group.
• Share of monthly tips.
• Company recognition at annual staff events and awards.
• Progression opportunities: gain skills to support a future career in hospitality and events management.

If you are looking to start a valuable career in hospitality and are excited to gain hands-on experience as a Food and Beverage Service Apprentice, please click the apply link below and send your CV with a short cover letter explaining why you are interested in this apprenticeship and what you hope to achieve.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.