Coworth Park, Dorchester Collection’s country house hotel and spa near Ascot, is a 70-room country house hotel that rewrites the rules. Set in 240 acres of picturesque Berkshire parkland it is the only hotel in the UK with its own polo fields and an equestrian centre with stabling. Guests can enjoy outdoor country pursuits or simply relax on the estate, which includes an eco-luxury Spa at Coworth Park with indoor pool and three restaurants.

overview:

To be responsible for the Food and Beverage service ensuring that a high level of standards, guest satisfaction and business is maintained throughout The Barn restaurant.

Responsibilities:

• Working Lunch and Dinner service throughout the week and Breakfast service as required on weekends and adhoc weekdays.
• Create a memorable experience for all guests by managing and anticipating guest expectations by providing personalized service including the use of guest name.
• Set up and clearing of Food & Beverage areas to the standards required
• Be knowledgeable of all the food and beverage products in The Barn and be able to communicate offerings to our guests including seasonal menus, beverages and special dietary requirements.
• Provide a five star service throughout a guests dining experience
• Run the station/allocated area according to Coworth Park standards
• Responsible for delivery of high quality, consistent and timely Food & Beverage service 
• Assist with the running of a private events as required in The Barn
• Communicate effectively to guests and team members
• Operate point of sales system as required
• Maximize sales through effective use of upselling techniques
• Live by the Forbes/core standards.

Requirements:

• Hotel diploma or equivalent would be an advantage
• Previous Waiter experience
• 5 star restaurant/Food & Beverage service experience
• Food and wine knowledge
• Excellent command of the English language
• Great presentation
• Positive attitude

Staff accommodation is available on site.

We strongly believe in investing in our people and our benefits are designed to look after every aspect of your welfare. Benefits include contributory pension scheme with life assurance, 28 days holidays (including bank holidays), complimentary meal whilst on duty, provision of uniforms and laundry of uniforms, on going learning and development, occupational health advice and free nights on a bed & breakfast basis at our sister properties within the Dorchester Collection.