The ExtraCare Charitable Trust are recruiting Relief Bar Hosts to join our friendly hospitality team at our Wixams Retirement Village based in Bedford.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Bar Host to join our friendly team at our Wixams Retirement Village and support the village’s commitment in delivering ExtraCare’s mission of “better lives for older people.
- Position: Relief Bar Host
- Hourly Rate: £14.12 per hour
- Hours: Ad hoc/ as required
- Location: Wixams Retirement Village, Bedford Road, Bedford, MK42 6EA
- ** Please note that applicants must be aged 18 or over due to the sale of alcohol **
ExtraCare does not participate in the current “UK Visa Sponsorship” scheme, and we would not be able to facilitate sponsorship.
What will you do as our Relief Bar Host?
- Provide all customers with a professional, helpful and friendly bar service at all times.
- Prepare alcohol or non-alcohol beverages for bar and restaurant customers.
- Interact with customers, take orders and serve snacks and drinks.
- Ensure the cleanliness of the bar, stockroom and equipment at all times
- Carry out quality training, supervision or coaching of our bar volunteers or other staff.
- Carry out stock control procedures and ensure all stock takes are carried out correctly.
- Be aware of who the personal License Holder is, and challenge suspected underage drinking.
Our ideal Relief Bar Host will be:
- Personable and friendly.
- Have previous experience or customer service experience.
- Have empathy towards our residents.
- Able to work as part of a team and is flexible.
Benefits include:
- Eligible for Blue Light Card discounts
- Free Use of Onsite Gym
- Plus usual benefits
ExtraCare strives to create a workplace that fully reflects society. We want our staff to feel empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work and be part of a safe and supportive community.
Do not miss out! Click ‘apply’ now to make a difference to the lives of older people as our Relief Bar Host
- Closing date: Friday 24th July 2026
- Interviews: ongoing from w/c 27th July 2026
ExtraCare is committed to making our recruitment practices as fair and inclusive as possible for all. This includes adjusting or changes to support candidates throughout the recruitment process.
ExtraCare reserve the right to close this advertisement early.
