This is a great opportunity to take the first steps in your hospitality career and work as part of our Restaurant and Bar Team at The Hogs Back Hotel & Spa. In a new era in hospitality, make your mark and really drive it forwards, embracing our ‘Ownership with Personality’ values.
We’re looking for a Restaurant and Bar Team Member that bring energy, curiosity and a can-do spirit. Someone who loves the buzz of service and the joy of making someone’s day.
Situated on a wooded ridge near Guildford, the Hog’s Back Hotel & Spa is a well‑established destination offering a stylish restaurant and bar, leisure facilities, and 96 comfortable bedrooms. The hotel welcomes a wide range of guests, from leisure travellers to event and dining customers, creating a lively and customer‑focused food and beverage environment.
How you'll bring the magic to the floor as our Restaurant and Bar Team Member:
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Has a positive, can‑do attitude towards customers and other team.
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A genuine enthusiasm for learning about all things food and drink — including spirits, wines, cocktails, and delivering the “perfect serve”.
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A willingness to understand different food styles and service standards, learn the menus, and confidently explain dishes to customers.
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Strong communication skills and enjoyment of interacting with guests in a lively, fast‑paced environment.
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The ability to deliver great service — taking orders, serving food and drink, processing payments, and ensuring every guest has an excellent experience.
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Commitment to meeting site service standards and working effectively as part of the team.
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A developing or good understanding of preparing coffees and serving alcohol and wine in both bar and restaurant settings.
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Availability to work opening and closing shifts, including weekends and bank holidays on a pro‑rata basis.
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A willingness to continue your development through in‑house and external training sessions.
Benefits of joining our team as an Restaurant and Bar Team:
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Tronc - TIPS !!
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Increasing annual leave – up to 33 days!
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Flexible working hours
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Up to 50% off meals and stays across our UK hotels
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On site parking - where available
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24/7 Employee Assistance Programme – support whenever you need it
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Stream access – draw or save your wages as you earn!
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Development programmes to help you rise into a true 'Hospitality Superstar'
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Apprenticeships, training and internal promotion opportunities
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Bike to work scheme
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Retail and supermarket discounts
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AE Pension
As a Company within Flying Trade Group's family of businesses we own and run 15 hotels and bars throughout East Anglia and Surrey. We're a diverse and dynamic Group, come join us!
