Food & Beverage Assistant in Plymouth

About Us

St Mellion Estate is a vibrant Cornish resort, forged by a remarkable golfing legacy. It is a place where guests experience warm Cornish hospitality in some of the most captivating surroundings.

The Estate offers an exceptional collection of golf and leisure facilities, complemented by a fantastic range of accommodation and dining experiences. A firm bucket-list favourite!

The Role

We are looking for individuals with a genuine passion for customer service to provide an excellent experience for our hotel guests, visitors and members.

As a Casual Food & Beverage Assistant, you will have the opportunity to work across a variety of areas within our Food & Beverage operation, including:

• Conference & Banqueting

• An Boesti, our AA 2 Rosette-awarded restaurant

• Nicklaus Sports Bar

• 18 Brasserie

• Our summer terraces

The role offers variety and the opportunity to gain experience across different areas of the business.

Roles & Responsibilities

The role will involve a range of duties, including:

• Serving food and beverages from our menus.

• Preparing restaurants and service areas for service.

• Setting up and clearing tables.

• Providing attentive, guest-focused service throughout the dining experience.

• Developing a good understanding of our menus and allergens.

• Supporting the wider team to ensure our guests enjoy an excellent experience.

The Person

Ideally, you will have previous experience in a similar hospitality environment, with a good understanding of food, beverages, menus and allergens.

We are looking for people who:

• Have a genuine passion for hospitality and delivering excellent customer service.

• Are confident, friendly and approachable.

• Enjoy working as part of a team in a busy environment.

• Have the ability to upsell and make recommendations to guests.

• Can maintain high standards while representing the St Mellion Estate brand.

Previous experience is preferred but not essential, as training can be provided.

Due to the nature of the business, successful applicants must be flexible and available to work a variety of shifts, including weekends.

Breakfast Shifts

• Availability for shifts starting as early as 6.30am and finishing as late as 4.00pm.

• Weekend availability is essential.

• Ability to work in a busy environment.

• Barista experience would be an advantage, although training can be provided.

• Excellent customer service skills.

Conference & Banqueting Shifts

• Availability for shifts starting as early as 6.30am and finishing as 2.00am.

• Weekend availability is essential.

• Reliable transport is required due to the late finishing times.

• Ability to work in a busy environment.

• Previous bar experience would be an advantage, although training can be provided.

• Excellent customer service skills.

Hours of Work

Hours are offered on a casual, as-and-when-required basis, depending on business needs and availability. Shifts are generally for a duration of 4-8hrs.

Please note that we are unable to guarantee regular hours or accommodate specific requests for particular days or shifts. We are therefore looking for individuals who can offer flexibility and availability across the working hours outlined above.

Benefits

• Meals on duty.

• Great staff discounts.

• Free use of our leisure, gym and golf facilities.

• A fun and friendly working environment.

• Fantastic opportunities for career progression.

Additional Information

By applying for this position, you consent to St Mellion Estate processing your personal data for the purposes of your job application.

Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are only able to contact shortlisted candidates.

Previous applicants need not apply.

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

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