Food and Beverage Associate United Kingdom
Job description
The Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa is an AA 5 star, award-winning resort based in St Andrews which prides itself on the highest levels of guest care.
We are an independently owned resort, forming part of Kohler Company, a leading global hospitality provider. To find out more about Kohler Co. please visit www.kohler.com
Why Join Our Team?
With a reputation as an employer of choice, we are committed to ensuring our associates are our number one priority. St Andrews is the home of golf and we are the home of great guest service. People are our passion and we believe each associate plays a vital role in providing memorable memories to our guests.
We are a forward-thinking employer committed to the Hoteliers Charter and developing our people, which is why we employ based on personality. We believe all skills can be taught! Throughout your career with us, you’ll have access to a wide range of different training opportunities providing routes to progress from within, allowing you to reach your full potential whilst supported by our committed leadership team.
We love celebrating our associate’s success and do so through our employee reward recognition schemes which encompass our ‘HOME’ ethos including Associate of the Month.
Whilst working for one of the most iconic hotels in Scotland, you will be rewarded with a competitive salary, company pension scheme, free onsite car parking, meals whilst on duty, 24/7 access to our employee assistance line (EAP) and FREE fitness access.
Our benefits don’t end there, in your spare time, we also offer free access to The Duke’s golf course and superb discounts in our restaurants and spa. Giving you the opportunity to enjoy the many luxuries Old Course Hotel has to offer and experience the 5* service for yourself.
When you are not on duty at the Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa, you have access to request to stay overnight at a discounted rate, where available.
- All benefits subject to availability
About the Role
Our award-winning Food and Beverage Team have exciting opportunities for Resort Associates to join our team on a flexible basis, for our upcoming 2023 season. These are excellent opportunities to develop your communication, customer service and organizational skills whilst also gaining valuable Food and Beverage knowledge, as our associate development is key to our success.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist our Food and Beverage Management Team in creating magical dining experiences for all guests at our resort
- Ensure your department is always ready for service and gain knowledge of all styles and sequences of service
- Gain an understanding of menu compositions and provide advice to guests on dining selections
- Be continually aware of opportunities to increase sales through offering beverages, desserts and high profit items
- Be familiar with all facilities across Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort and Spa
- Be conversant with all H&S, accident reporting, first aid and fire evacuation processes
About You
You will be a polite, friendly and enthusiastic individual who enjoys working as part of a team and is eager to learn. Strong communication skills and a passion for delivering exceptional customer service skills are essential for this role. Ideally, you’ll have working experience within a Food and Beverage role however, full training is provided.
Salary
This is a casual opportunity where flexible shift patterns are offered, within our Conference and Events Team. Our shift patterns will be discussed during interview however, all roles have an element of weekend working. A competitive hourly rate up to £11.77 per hour is offered, depending on your experience, along with TRONC and a vast range of associate benefits.
