At a Glance
- Tasks: Carry out maintenance and decoration duties while ensuring a clean and safe environment.
- Company: Join Wetherspoon, known for fantastic service and a great atmosphere.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, free meals, discounts, and 28 days paid holiday.
- Other info: Flexible hours and an inclusive workplace where everyone is welcome.
- Why this job: Be part of a team that values your skills and offers growth opportunities.
- Qualifications: Must be over 18, with good communication skills and a passion for service.
The predicted salary is between 29500 - 30500 £ per year.
At Wetherspoon, we believe in offering fantastic service, serving good food and drinks, having well‑maintained pubs and hotels and creating a great atmosphere for customers.
Job Details
- Job Ref: 657092
- Pub: The Eight Bells, Dover
- Salary: £14.27
- Closing Date: 22-06-2026
Pay And Benefits
- Competitive hourly rate
- Complimentary meal and drink, when working
- Employee discount of 20% (food, drinks and hotel accommodation)
- Guaranteed minimum‑hour contract
- Monthly bonus scheme
- 28 days paid holiday (pro rata)
- Company sick pay (after a qualifying period)
- Free shares in the company (after 18 months’ service)
- Contributory pension scheme
- Loyalty reward (additional holiday, after five years’ service)
- Future progression opportunities
The Role
To carry out all required maintenance and decoration duties, in line with an approved task list, working unsupervised.
You Will
- Provide excellent customer service
- Ensure a clean, safe and legal workplace
- Adhere to Wetherspoon’s standard operating procedures (SOPs) and company policies
- Work with third‑party contractors
- Ensure that all work completed by you, or by an approved contractor, is in line with the company’s design standard operating procedures (DSOPs)
- Carry out any reasonable task, as requested, to meet the needs of the business
About You
- Have the ability to manage time and prioritise tasks
- Be able to work unsupervised and resolve problems, using your own knowledge, while working within relevant guidelines
- Demonstrate passion and enthusiasm in your role and show commitment to your colleagues and pub
- Have a friendly nature and good communication skills
- Be honest, trustworthy and respectful
- Remain calm when working in a fast‑paced environment
- Adhere to Wetherspoon’s appearance standards, ensuring that, when required, correct PPE is worn
- Receive regular feedback from the management team and achieve any actions agreed on
You must be over 18 to apply for this role; however, if you are younger, we may still have positions available for you - please search for cleaner, kitchen or floor staff vacancies. Wetherspoon promotes an inclusive working environment where everyone is welcome.
Hours per week: 8. Monday to Sunday: Flexible. If a high number of applications is received, this vacancy may close early.
Maintenance Associate in Dover employer: J D Wetherspoon
At Wetherspoon, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values teamwork and individual contributions. As a Maintenance Associate at The Eight Bells in Dover, you'll enjoy competitive pay, a complimentary meal during shifts, and a generous employee discount, all while working in a vibrant environment that encourages personal growth and progression within the company. With additional benefits like a monthly bonus scheme and free shares after 18 months, Wetherspoon is committed to rewarding your hard work and dedication.
