Food and Beverage Assistant
About the Role:
We are looking for friendly and enthusiastic Food & Beverage Assistants to join our team at Piran Meadows Lodge Retreat, one of Darwin Escapes' beautiful holiday destinations in Cornwall.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment and takes pride in delivering great service. You will play an important role in creating a positive experience for our guests by providing food and drink service in a professional, welcoming and efficient manner.
This is a hands-on role, ideal for someone who is a strong team player, enjoys working with people and is looking to gain experience within a supportive and growing business.
Accommodation may be available for this role, making it a great opportunity for candidates looking to relocate or reduce travel.
This is a fixed term position working variable hours and days, including weekends and bank holidays.
About the Park:
Piran Meadows Lodge Retreat is a luxury holiday park set in the beautiful Cornish countryside, just a short distance from the coast. The park offers high-quality lodge accommodation and a relaxed, welcoming environment for guests looking to unwind and explore the local area.
With its stunning surroundings and strong focus on guest experience, this is a fantastic place to build your career within a supportive team.
About the role
Key Responsibilities:
· Provide friendly, efficient and professional food and beverage service
· Prepare and serve food and drinks in line with company standards
· Maintain cleanliness and presentation of all service areas
· Set up and close down areas in line with standard operating procedures
· Operate tills and handle payments in accordance with procedures
· Ensure all stock is well maintained, rotated and replenished
· Support with bookings and guest enquiries where required
· Handle guest feedback or queries in a positive and professional manner
· Work as part of a team to ensure a smooth and enjoyable guest experience
What We’re Looking For:
· Previous experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential
· A positive, friendly and approachable attitude
· Strong communication and customer service skills
· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
· A reliable and flexible approach to work
· A genuine passion for delivering a great guest experience
Why Join Darwin Escapes?
· Competitive salary
· Accommodation available for this role (subject to availability)
· Discounted staff breaks at our luxury resorts across the UK
· Free use of many resort facilities including gyms and swimming pools
· Food discounts across all resorts
· Discounts on spa treatments
· Employee Assistance Programme
· Access to the Darwin Academy training programme
· Cycle to Work scheme
· MediCash health plan
(Some benefits are subject to terms and conditions.)
Additional Information:
This is a fixed term role and will require flexibility to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays in line with business needs.
This role is based within a busy hospitality environment and will involve standing for extended periods. The role may also involve lifting or moving equipment and supplies where required.
Darwin Escapes
At Darwin Escapes we operate a collection of unique holiday destinations across the United Kingdom, offering beautiful locations, quality accommodation and exceptional guest experiences.
Our resorts range from countryside lodge retreats to coastal escapes, each delivering high standards of hospitality, leisure facilities and service for our holiday guests and holiday home owners.
Whether working in food and beverage, housekeeping, grounds, maintenance, entertainment or management, our teams play an important role in creating welcoming environments and memorable experiences for every guest who visits our resorts.
A Darwin Escape is all about creating the perfect destination for our guests to relax, explore and make lasting memories. Whether guests are looking to unwind in peaceful countryside surroundings or enjoy a fun-filled break with family and friends, our resorts offer a variety of experiences designed to suit every type of holiday. Across our resorts, we offer a range of accommodation, from luxury lodges with private hot tubs to spacious caravans and unique stays such as treehouses. Each location has its own character, facilities and atmosphere, but all share the same focus on delivering high standards of hospitality and memorable guest experiences. Our beautifully maintained resorts feature excellent on-site facilities and welcoming environments where guests can relax, recharge or enjoy adventure and exploration in some of the UK’s most desirable locations. Behind every great Darwin Escape is a dedicated team. Our colleagues play a vital role in ensuring every guest enjoys their stay, helping to create the friendly atmosphere and outstanding service that our resorts are known for.
At Darwin Escapes we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our teams work together to create welcoming environments and memorable experiences for our guests across our resorts throughout the United Kingdom. Each of our destinations has its own personality, from luxurious lodge retreats to family-focused resorts and peaceful countryside locations. While every resort is unique, all of our teams share the same commitment to delivering outstanding service and creating great experiences for our guests and holiday home owners. We are proud to offer a friendly and supportive working environment where colleagues are encouraged to develop their skills and grow their careers. Whether you are starting your first role in hospitality or progressing into management, Darwin Escapes provides opportunities for development, training and career progression across our growing collection of resorts. Wherever you join us, you will become part of a team that values professionalism, teamwork and pride in delivering exceptional service.
Our benefits
At Darwin Escapes, we believe in supporting our people. That’s why we offer a range of benefits, training opportunities and perks across our resorts.
Vacation, Paid time off
Paid sick days
Retirement plan and/or pension
Employee development programs
Employee discounts
Gym membership or wellness programs
Free parking
Cycle to work
Referral bonus
Competitive salary
Discount on meals purchased
Discount on spa treatments or products
Free parking or Discounted parking
Employee Assistance Scheme
Progression opportunities
Bereavement leave
Food and Beverage Assistant
At Darwin Escapes we operate a collection of unique holiday destinations across the United Kingdom, offering beautiful locations, quality accommodation and exceptional guest experiences.
Our resorts range from countryside lodge retreats to coastal escapes, each delivering high standards of hospitality, leisure facilities and service for our holiday guests and holiday home owners.
Whether working in food and beverage, housekeeping, grounds, maintenance, entertainment or management, our teams play an important role in creating welcoming environments and memorable experiences for every guest who visits our resorts.