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Stove Bartender
Who We Are
The Langdale Estate is a 36-acre woodland estate boasting a range of holiday accommodation nestled in the heart of the Lake District National Park. We offer our guests luxury, fun and unique experiences that connect with our environment and engage with our local communities.
To help us deliver those experiences, we choose people who share our philosophy of putting the planet and our people first. Our teams are full of people with passion, personality, and knowledge. We want people who want to make a difference and who care about creating a guest experience that is special and memorable.
Stove Restaurant and Bar
The heart of the Langdale Estate, Stove is at the centre of our social epicurean experiences. Log fires, lighting scenes and curated playlists set the tone for a fun, friendly and thoughtful guest experience delivered by a fun, friendly and thoughtful team. The service style is informal and relaxed, yet utterly professional and knowledgeable. Open from breakfast, throughout the day, and late into the evening Stove aims to offer something for everyone; from celebrations with family and friends to first dates or fiftieth wedding anniversaries. Friday night craft beers and cocktails followed by Saturday morning hangover cures, or a comfy chair with coffee, cake, and a crossword. All are welcomed, all are catered for, and all are cared for.
Our Bar and Waiting Staff
Our Bar and Waiting staff are passionate about customer care, and knowledgeable about the products and service they offer to our guests. Our team thrive off delivering a fun dining experience to our guests and take pride in making a simple restaurant reservation into a wonderful lifelong memory.
Section Waiter – Take control of your own section of the restaurant or the Spa Deli and look after your guests from the start of their meal through to the final bill.
Runner – Work with the kitchen team and bar staff to organise the delivery of dishes and drinks to guests.
Bar – Prepare and serve drinks from our extensive drinks list for the bar area and for dining guests.
Host – Be the welcome and the goodbye for all our guests, guiding them to their tables and taking reservations and room service orders.
If you have experience, fantastic! We’ll show you how we do things here and maybe you can teach us a trick or two. If you have no experience, that’s okay! We’ll guide you every step of the way until you’re a hospitality pro.
What We Offer
We know how demanding the hospitality industry can be, that’s why we will always look for ways to support, nurture, and grow the talent that we have. This starts with a fair and competitive wage, that is industry benchmarked and reviewed annually.
Whilst the industry is demanding it is also rewarding. We provide internal and external training to help you get the most out of your role, and for those who have the drive and ambition to seek more we can curate bespoke development plans to help you further your career.
We are always moving forward, and we look for people who are up for a challenge and want to move forward with us. Maybe you are looking for a start in your hospitality career or perhaps you’re already a seasoned pro, our teams are ready to teach and to be taught.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Langdale is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. At Langdale, we cherish diversity. We're committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents flourish. Our dedication to diversity fuels innovation, ensuring we remain at the forefront of our industry. Join us and be a part of a team that celebrates differences, creating a brighter, more diverse future together.
Our Langdale Benefits
Complimentary stay – One free night per year at our Langdale hotel (B&B rate)-
Free leisure access – Complimentary use of fitness and leisure facilities
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Free meals – Staff canteen meals included
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Rewards & recognition – Cash prizes via Guest Nominations and Langdale Superstar awards
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Wellbeing support – Confidential EAP and trained Mental Health First Aiders
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Staff discounts – Savings at Langdale venues and external partners (e.g. Kendal Physio, Windermere Cruises, B&Q Trade)
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Enhanced benefits – Improved sick pay and life cover (up to 2× salary) after 6 months
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Exclusive offers – Access to Lake District Hotels Association discounts
All candidates must have the legal right to live and work in the UK at the start of employment.
Staff accommodation may be available for exceptional candidates.
