Food and Beverage

Imperial London Hotels Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run hotel group in Bloomsbury, London, is seeking a Food & Beverage Assistant to enhance the guest dining experience. The ideal candidate has at least one year of experience in a similar environment and a passion for excellent customer service. You will play a vital role in ensuring every guest has a memorable stay at the hotel. This position offers various benefits, including 28 days holiday and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

28 days holiday, increasing with length of service

Access to training programmes

Complimentary uniform dry-cleaning

50% discount at hotel outlets

Access to employee discounts

Mental health support

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in a Food & beverage environment as a Host, Assistant or Waitressing, ideally in hotels or similar environment.
• A natural flair for customer service and passion for food & beverage.
• Professional proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Play an essential role in ensuring guests have a memorable dining experience.
• Interact with guests from around the world in a bustling environment.

Skills

Customer service

Passion for food & beverage

Team-oriented attitude

Flexibility in work hours

Job description

Are you a skilled food & beverage professional?

Do you have a passion for enhancing the guest dining experience?

Do you thrive in a role where every day brings a new challenge and an opportunity to create memorable guest experiences?

If so, we’d love to hear from you!

We’re looking for a warm and welcoming individual to join our dedicated Food & Beverage team at our hotel in Bloomsbury, central London. As a key member of our team, you'll play an essential role in ensuring our guests have a memorable stay in our F&B Outlets.

We are now recruiting a Food & Beverage Assistant at our Holiday Inn Bloomsbury Hotel. Nestled in Russell Square Gardens in the vibrant heart of Bloomsbury, London. Our newly acquired and refurbished IHG Brand, Holiday Inn Bloomsbury Hotel with 317 rooms. It’s a lively place to be, offering a Starbucks ground floor coffee bar,Media Lounge & co-working space area and the Stylish Artful Critic Bar,13 Meeting Rooms and 1 Ballroom.

Why Join Us

Career Growth

Whether you’re experienced in customer service or just starting, we offer a range of Food & Beverage roles, including F&B Assistants, Bar Tenders, F&B Supervisors, Assistant F&B Manager and F&B Manager, with a clear progression paths and training opportunities from day one.

Dynamic Environment

No two days are the same. You'll interact with guests from around the world and work in a bustling yet supportive environment.

Great Location

Based in Bloomsbury, you'll be in the heart of London, working at Holiday Inn, with 316 rooms. It’s a lively place to be, offering a ground floor coffee bar, atmospheric Irish pub and 14 event spaces that can accommodate up to 300 people.

What we’re looking for

• 1 year experience in a Food & beverage environment as a Host, Assistant or Waitressing, ideally in hotels or similar environment.
• A natural flair for customer service and passion for food & beverage
• Flexibility to work a varied shift pattern: early mornings, evenings, and weekends
• Team-oriented attitude
• Positive and caring personality
• Professional proficiency in English

Desirable (not essential but a plus!)

• Experience in the hospitality sector
• Proficiency in multiple languages
• Knowledge of Miros

What’s in it for you

• 28 days holiday, increasing with length of service up to 33 days (including bank holidays)
• Access to ILH Training Academy programmes, apprenticeships and supported study scheme
• Access to Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Complimentary uniform dry-cleaning. Discounted dry-cleaning on personal items.
• Access to an interest-free Season Ticket Loan or Travelcard Loan
• Team member flat rate discount & 50% discount to friends and family at any of our hotels
• 50% discount at ILH’s nine food and beverage outlets
• Access to coffee and beverage discounts at Blooms Café - £1.50 per beverage
• Access to an employee funded Health Cash Plan
• Access to local Bloomsbury London discounts e.g. bowling and restaurant outlets
• Access to Early Pay - instantly access a portion of the pay you’ve already earned
• Access to shopping discounts across several high-street brands and online retailers
• Access to salary sacrifice schemes e.g. nursery care, cycle to work & technology
• Access to mental health first aiders support & well-being support

Access to our Employee Assistance Programme by Hospitality Action

You can explore additional benefits here.

About Us

We are part of the Imperial London Family of Hotels, a family-run company with over 185 years of history. We’re rewriting the traditional hospitality mindset, paving the way for a fresh approach at our 8 hotels in Bloomsbury. Our purpose is to provide authentic London experiences and memorable stays to all our guests. And we believe that starts with the right team.

Are you ready to be the best version of yourself and contribute towards our next chapter? Please reach out to us today!