Food and Beverage Assistant

Food and Beverage Assistant
Rivendale Lodge Retreat, Ashbourne, Derbyshire

Job Description

This seasonal, part‑time position offers 20 hours across 3‑4 variable days (Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday). Flexibility is essential to suit the business needs.

Responsibilities

• Become an integral part of the Front of House team, contributing to a welcoming and professional guest experience.
• Take food and drink orders accurately and deliver them promptly.
• Serve food and beverages efficiently, ensuring quality service and guest satisfaction.
• Assist with clearing, cleaning, and resetting tables within the restaurant.
• Maintain cleanliness and presentation of all bar and restaurant areas to a five‑star standard.
• Support accurate and efficient stock rotation and restocking of service areas.
• Handle cash transactions accurately using the EPOS system.
• Assist with the swift collection of glasses and tableware to maintain a tidy and professional environment.
• Work collaboratively with team members to uphold company standards and exceed guest expectations.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar Food and Beverage or hospitality role is preferred.
• Positive work ethic with a willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills with a customer‑focused attitude.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment.
• A driving licence and ability to drive is advantageous for travel to and from the resort.

Desirable Attributes

• Passion for providing excellent customer service.
• Flexible to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• High attention to detail and commitment to maintaining quality standards.

Benefits

• Competitive rate of pay (£12.21 hourly).
• Enhanced holiday entitlement (with the option to cash in a number of holidays per year).
• Discounted staff breaks at our luxurious holiday resorts across the UK.
• Free use of all Darwin Escapes resort facilities including gyms and swimming pools.
• Food discount across all resorts.
• Discounts on spa treatments.
• ‘Introduce a friend’ recruitment bonus.
• Company employee sick pay.
• Compassionate leave pay.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Free access to the Darwin Academy training programme to help further your career.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• MediCash cash plan.
• Subject to terms and conditions.

Closing date

Wednesday 31st December 2025