Bar and Waiting Apprenticeship

As a bar and waiting apprentice, you will be key to creating unforgettable moments for customers, whether you’re putting a smile on customers’ faces or recommending meals off the menu. You’ll be joining a fun and inclusive team, where you can grow and strengthen your skills and experience.

There has never been a better time to join our evolving hotel company and be part of this incredible journey. A multi-year development plan to transform our properties into boutique design-led hotels, with a fresh and local approach to dining, means we will provide our guests with a luxurious setting in which to unwind.

We’re all about rewarding our teams hard work, that’s why…
You’ll receive a competitive salary, pension contribution as well as:
•    The chance to further your career across our well-known brands – As one of the industry's top apprenticeship providers, we can provide training and development at each level of your career.
•    Discount of 33% for you and 15% for your loved ones on all of our brands – so you enjoy your favourite food and drink at a discount.
•    Wage Stream – Access your wage before payday for when life happens.
•    Retail discounts – Receive up to 30% off at Superdrug, exclusive discounts with three mobile along with many more…
•    Discount of 50% for you and 25% for your loved ones at our Greene King Inns and hotels. – so you can enjoy a weekend away without breaking the bank
•    Free employee assistance program – Mental Health, well-being, Financial, and Legal support because you matter!

As a bar and waiting apprentice, you will...
•    Provide customers with a heartfelt and memorable experience each and every time they visit
•    Know the menu inside out, offering recommendations to customers.
•    Greet, serve food and look after our customers whilst they dine with us.
•    Assist the bar in preparing drinks which meets specs and customer expectations.
•    Making sure front of house is always safe, legal, and clean, and any issues are dealt with as quickly and safely as possible.

What your apprenticeship includes
•    A mixture of face to face and skype/phone catch ups every 4 - 6 weeks to discuss feedback and progress
•    A mixture of on and off the job training, including workshops and webinars
•    Reviews every 12 weeks with your Line Manager and apprenticeship Trainer
•    The chance to get Functional Skills in English and maths (if you don’t already have GCSE)
•    A Hospitality Team Member Apprenticeship Qualification once you have completed the 15 month programme