Total 152 job vacancies by Daniel Thwaites PLC

We’d love to meet you - Come and join our Daniel Thwaites Family

As Chef De Partie, you will be a vital part of our high performing brigade and will be producing delicious food in a well-equipped kitchen, developing your skills under the guidance of our talented Head Chef. You’ll become a member of our family who helps us create amazing experiences for our guests through delivering warm hospitality in every interaction.

In return, we are offering a rewarding role with scope for career progression along with;

• A fun environment where you will receive training and support to develop & progress
• Tips paid monthtly
• Wagestream - ability to access up to 40% of your wages as you earn them each week
• 28 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years)
• Free meal whilst on duty
• Free use of the brilliant gyms on site and discounted Spa treatments at our Spa Hotels
• Discounted accommodation, food and drink in our beautiful properties across the country
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Apprenticeships available
• Free car parking, where available
• Pension & Life assurance
• Long service awards including free meals and free stays with your friends and family

Who are we looking for?

This role as a Chef de Partie is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about food, a team player, committed and has a natural drive for excellence. If you are seeking to advance your career, we can support you to achieve nationally recognised qualifications through our academies.

As a Chef de Partie, you will have previous experience in a similar role with the proven ability to produce high quality food, ideally using fresh produce. We do have some recipes that you will follow but a creative flair is always welcomed.

Your day to day a Chef de Partie

• Use your eye for quality and creative flair to produce high quality food from scratch
• As a Chef de Partie, you will manage a section within the kitchen, cooking with fresh ingredients
• Ensure the highest levels of hygiene and safety are maintained at all times
• Maintain areas of work and machinery
• Control the order and storage of food supplies
• Support other team members across the kitchen
• Team work

We’re looking for an enthusiastic Sous Chef to help lead our skilled kitchen team.

As Sous Chef you are a vital part of our brigade and will support the Head Chef. Spending your days serving delicious food in a well-equipped kitchen, developing your skills under the guidance of our talented Head Chef.

Your day to day;

• Assisting the Head Chef with effective kitchen management
• As a Sous Chef, you will produce a high standard of food from scratch for all of our menus
• Managing a section in the kitchen cooking from fresh ingredients
• Eliminating wasteful or unprofitable practices
• Ensuring food safety standards are adhered to
• Controlling the order and storage of food supplies
• Being aware of and supporting the delivery of financial targets

Who are we looking for?

You should have experience of working with fresh ingredients and cooking from scratch. We have recipes you must follow but a flair for cooking is essential.

Having innovative ideas and the ability to implement them is important. Proven previous experience is essential. If you are a team player who is committed to achieving the very best, this could be the role for you.

It's a great opportunity for someone with a natural drive for excellence who is seeking advancement in their career. We can support you to achieve nationally recognised qualifications through our academies that will develop your skills as you journey up the ladder.

You will have an eye for detail and be able to multi task. The menu in our busy business varies greatly, but it doesn't matter if a guest orders a full breakfast or a three-course meal, we want to ensure they have a high-quality experience and want to return.

In return, we are offering a rewarding role with scope for career progression along with;

• A competitive salary, negotiable dependent on experience
• Wagestream - the ability to access up to 40% of your wages as you earn them each week
• 28 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years)
• Health cash plan
• Generous employee discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Apprenticeships available
• Life assurance
• Bespoke training programmes accessible to all
• An engaging & supportive work environment

We’re looking for an enthusiastic Sous Chef to help lead our skilled kitchen team.

As Sous Chef you are a vital part of our brigade and will support the Head Chef. Spending your days serving delicious food in a well-equipped kitchen, developing your skills under the guidance of our talented Head Chef.

Your day to day;

• Assisting the Head Chef with effective kitchen management
• As a Sous Chef, you will produce a high standard of food from scratch for all of our menus
• Managing a section in the kitchen cooking from fresh ingredients
• Eliminating wasteful or unprofitable practices
• Ensuring food safety standards are adhered to
• Controlling the order and storage of food supplies
• Being aware of and supporting the delivery of financial targets

Who are we looking for?

You should have experience of working with fresh ingredients and cooking from scratch. We have recipes you must follow but a flair for cooking is essential.

Having innovative ideas and the ability to implement them is important. Proven previous experience is essential. If you are a team player who is committed to achieving the very best, this could be the role for you.

It's a great opportunity for someone with a natural drive for excellence who is seeking advancement in their career. We can support you to achieve nationally recognised qualifications through our academies that will develop your skills as you journey up the ladder.

You will have an eye for detail and be able to multi task. The menu in our busy business varies greatly, but it doesn't matter if a guest orders a full breakfast or a three-course meal, we want to ensure they have a high-quality experience and want to return.

In return, we are offering a rewarding role with scope for career progression along with;

• A competitive salary, negotiable dependent on experience
• Wagestream - the ability to access up to 40% of your wages as you earn them each week
• 28 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years)
• Health cash plan
• Generous employee discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Apprenticeships available
• Life assurance
• Bespoke training programmes accessible to all
• An engaging & supportive work environment

As Pastry Chef, you will be a vital part of our high performing brigade and will be producing delicious pastry items and desserts plus other food in a well-equipped kitchen, developing your skills under the guidance of our talented Executive Chef and Head Chef. You’ll become a member of our family who helps us create amazing experiences for our guests through delivering warm hospitality in every interaction.

Your day to day

• Use your eye for quality and creative flair to produce high quality food from scratch
• As Pastry Chef, you will create seasonal desserts and afternoon tea items with the support of the Executive Chef/Head Chef
• Manage a section within the kitchen, cooking with fresh ingredients
• Ensure the highest levels of hygiene and safety are maintained at all times
• Maintain areas of work and machinery
• Control the order and storage of food supplies
• Support other team members across the kitchen
• Team work

Who are we looking for?

This role is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about pastry and desserts, a team player, committed and has a natural drive for excellence. If you are seeking to advance your career, we can support you to grow and improve your skills in a foward thinking team.

Ideally, you will have a minimum of 2 years previous experience in a similar role in a bakery or pastry environment with the proven ability to produce high quality food, ideally using fresh produce and create new recipes and dishes on a seasonal basis.

In return, we are offering a rewarding role with scope for career progression along with;

• Tips paid monthly
• Wagestream - the ability to access up to 40% of your wages as you earn them each week
• 28 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years)
• Free use of our brilliant gym on site and discounted Spa treatments
• Free meal whilst on duty
• Discounted accommodation, food and drink in our beautiful properties across the country
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Apprenticeships available
• Free car parking
• Pension & Life assurance
• A fun environment where you will receive training and support to develop & progress
• Long service awards including free meals and free stays with your friends and family

We’d love to meet you - Come and join our Daniel Thwaites Family

As Chef De Partie, you will be a vital part of our high performing brigade and will be producing delicious food in a well-equipped kitchen, developing your skills under the guidance of our talented Head Chef. You’ll become a member of our family who helps us create amazing experiences for our guests through delivering warm hospitality in every interaction.

In return, we are offering a rewarding role with scope for career progression along with;

• A fun environment where you will receive training and support to develop & progress
• Tips paid monthtly
• Wagestream - ability to access up to 40% of your wages as you earn them each week
• 28 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years)
• Free meal whilst on duty
• Free use of the brilliant gyms on site and discounted Spa treatments at our Spa Hotels
• Discounted accommodation, food and drink in our beautiful properties across the country
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Apprenticeships available
• Free car parking, where available
• Pension & Life assurance
• Long service awards including free meals and free stays with your friends and family

Who are we looking for?

This role as a Chef de Partie is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about food, a team player, committed and has a natural drive for excellence. If you are seeking to advance your career, we can support you to achieve nationally recognised qualifications through our academies.

As a Chef de Partie, you will have previous experience in a similar role with the proven ability to produce high quality food, ideally using fresh produce. We do have some recipes that you will follow but a creative flair is always welcomed.

Your day to day a Chef de Partie

• Use your eye for quality and creative flair to produce high quality food from scratch
• As a Chef de Partie, you will manage a section within the kitchen, cooking with fresh ingredients
• Ensure the highest levels of hygiene and safety are maintained at all times
• Maintain areas of work and machinery
• Control the order and storage of food supplies
• Support other team members across the kitchen
• Team work

Do you enjoy being part of a team and thrive as a key part of a busy operation?

We’re looking for enthusiastic individuals to work as part of our skilled kitchen team as Kitchen Assistant.

Your day to day;

• Maintaining the standards of cleanliness and organisation within the kitchen
• The Kitchen Assistant role is a key support role for our chefs so you will need to undertake any tasks asked of you
• Scheduled deep cleaning of kitchen areas and equipment
• Basic food preparation
• Organising and storing food safely to comply with company standards

Who are we looking for?

You will be self-motivated and be able to work on your own initiative.

Demonstrating a good work ethic and a commitment to achieving team goals as well as an ability to work under pressure and time constraints

You should have a good working attitude and enjoy the buzz of working in a busy kitchen environment

No previous qualifications necessary

In return, we are offering a rewarding role with scope for career progression along with;

• A competitive salary, negotiable dependent on experience
• Wagestream - the ability to access up to 40% of your wages as you earn them each week
• 28 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years)
• Health cash plan
• Generous employee discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Apprenticeships available
• Life assurance
• Bespoke training programmes accessible to all
• An engaging & supportive work environment

Are you a Restaurant Supervisor or Manager looking for the next step in your F&B career?

We are searching for a Restaurant Team Leader to manage all aspects of our busy hotel restaurant

Your day to day;

• Serving food and drinks, taking orders and looking after guests
• Taking control of rotas ensuring you have the right people on shift to handle the level of business
• Managing and developing the skills of your team whilst ensuring staff levels on shift to meet payroll budgets
• Being the point of call for any management issues
• Motivating your team to provide exceptional service and always leading by example

Who are we looking for?

You will need to be proactive and ensure the smooth running of the day to day operations of the restaurant.

This is a hands-on role so you will need to be comfortable with rolling up your sleeves and getting involved with service.

We need someone with previous experience of working in a busy restaurant with exposure to supervisory or management duties.

Our business is open all day every day so you will need to be flexible with the times you can work.

In return, we are offering a rewarding role with scope for career progression along with;

• A competitive salary, negotiable dependent on experience
• Wagestream - the ability to access up to 40% of your wages as you earn them each week
• 28 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years)
• Health cash plan
• Generous employee discounts
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Apprenticeships available
• Bespoke training programmes accessible to all
• An engaging & supportive work environment

We're looking for a Receptionist to be the public face of our hotel

You’ll be working in a busy, vibrant environment ensuring thousands of guests receive the warmest of welcomes. As Receptionist, you are a vital part of our guests’ journey, you will likely be the first and last point of contact they have in our hotel.

Your day to day;

• Greeting everyone of our guests with a welcoming smile
• Efficiently helping guests whilst the checking in and out
• Providing the highest level of hospitality
• Upselling of rooms and other facilities
• Informing the guests of the hotel’s facilities, offering advice and assistance when necessary

Who are we looking for?

As Receptionist, you will be the first person to greet our guests so will be the key to providing that fantastic first impression. You will need a warm demeanor and be able to give the warmest of welcomes no matter what is going on around you.

To excel in this position, you will need to be calm under pressure reacting effortlessly to unexpected circumstances, always taking them in your stride.

If you are passionate about providing a great guest experience, are a strong communicator and provide service with a smile then this could be the role for you.

In return, we are offering a rewarding role with scope for career progression along with;

• A competitive salary, negotiable dependent on experience
• Wagestream - the ability to access up to 40% of your wages as you earn them each week
• 28 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years)
• Health cash plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Apprenticeships available
• Generous employee discounts
• Life assurance
• Bespoke training programmes accessible to all
• An engaging & supportive work environment

As Head Housekeeper, you will lead our busy Housekeeping team and ensure thousands of guests experience wonderful stays in immaculate rooms

Your day to day;

• Implementation of the required standards of cleanliness and presentation of rooms
• Mentor your team to ensure they provide the highest standards and attention to detail at all times
• Responding to guest requests and issues in a professional manner and rectifying any problems as soon as possible
• Ensuring the team are completing their work within a set time frame.
• Ensuring the property procedures are followed by the team
• Carrying out induction and training of new team members
• Control of stock ordering and linen management
• Hands on to support the team as required

Who we are looking for;

The standards of our bedrooms will leave a lasting impression on our guests, as Head Housekeeper, you will need a keen eye for detail and enjoy meeting targets

You will need to be able to communicate on all levels, including to your team and across the wider property

You will need to keep calm under pressure, reacting effortlessly to unexpected circumstances and taking them in your stride

If you are passionate about delivering meticulous standards and can motivate others to do this, then this could be the role for you

Ideally you will have previous supervisory or management experience, ideally within a Housekeeping function

Our business is open all day every day, so you will need to be flexible with the times you can work

In return, we are offering a rewarding role with scope for career progression

• 28 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years)
• Tips paid regularly
• Wagestream - the ability to access up to 40% of your earnings as you earn them
• Free use of local gym facilities and discounted spa treatments at our sister property, North Lakes Hotel
• Generous employee discounts in food, beverage and accomodation in our beautiful properties across the country
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Apprenticeships available
• Pension and Life assurance and access to hight street perks
• Bespoke training programmes accessible for all
• An engaging and supportive work environment

We’d love to meet you - Come and join our Daniel Thwaites Family

As Chef De Partie, you will be a vital part of our high performing brigade and will be producing delicious food in a well-equipped kitchen, developing your skills under the guidance of our talented Head Chef. You’ll become a member of our family who helps us create amazing experiences for our guests through delivering warm hospitality in every interaction.

In return, we are offering a rewarding role with scope for career progression along with;

• A fun environment where you will receive training and support to develop & progress
• Tips paid monthtly
• Wagestream - ability to access up to 40% of your wages as you earn them each week
• 28 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years)
• Free meal whilst on duty
• Free use of the brilliant gyms on site and discounted Spa treatments at our Spa Hotels
• Discounted accommodation, food and drink in our beautiful properties across the country
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Apprenticeships available
• Free car parking, where available
• Pension & Life assurance
• Long service awards including free meals and free stays with your friends and family

Who are we looking for?

This role as a Chef de Partie is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about food, a team player, committed and has a natural drive for excellence. If you are seeking to advance your career, we can support you to achieve nationally recognised qualifications through our academies.

As a Chef de Partie, you will have previous experience in a similar role with the proven ability to produce high quality food, ideally using fresh produce. We do have some recipes that you will follow but a creative flair is always welcomed.

Your day to day a Chef de Partie

• Use your eye for quality and creative flair to produce high quality food from scratch
• As a Chef de Partie, you will manage a section within the kitchen, cooking with fresh ingredients
• Ensure the highest levels of hygiene and safety are maintained at all times
• Maintain areas of work and machinery
• Control the order and storage of food supplies
• Support other team members across the kitchen
• Team work

We’re looking for a real night owl to be our Night Porter.

As a Night Porter, you will become a vital part of our nights team providing the warmest of welcomes and exceptional customer service. You will ultimately be responsible for the safety and security of our guests as they sleep and will need to be able to react to their needs working on you own initiative.

Your day to day;

• Checking in late arrivals
• Cleaning the property and setting up meeting /conference rooms
• Arranging newspapers and wake up calls
• Ensuring the building and guests are secure
• Helping set the dining area for breakfast

Who are we looking for?

Our Night Porter plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth running of our hotel, you will need to be a responsible and reliable person. We are looking for a hard-working individual who doesn’t mind being a night owl.

You will be able to stay calm under pressure, taking any complications in your stride. Effortlessly deal with problems as they arise and ensure standards are maintained at all times. You will need excellent communication skills and be confident to make the right decision.

If you are self-motivated and can multi-task this could be for you. Personality is what counts and whilst previous hotel experience and basic computer skills are an advantage, full training is provided.

In return, we are offering a rewarding role with scope for career progression along with;

• A competitive salary, negotiable dependent on experience
• Wagestream - the ability to access up to 40% of your wages as you earn them each week
• 28 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years)
• Health cash plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Apprenticeships available
• Generous employee discounts
• Life assurance
• Bespoke training programmes accessible to all
• An engaging & supportive work environment

Langdale Chase Hotel, which sits on the banks of beautiful Lake Windermere, has recently undergone a full and significant refurbishment and reopened its doors in November 2023. In that time the hotel has achieved 5 Star Status from the AA and been recognised in the prestigious Times Top 100 Places to Stay, ranked No.3 and North of England Hotel of the Year.

We are now looking to appoint Food & Beverage Team Members reporting to the Restaurant Manager to deliver a five-star standard service to our guests and ensure the delivering of the highest levels of guest experience, providing warm hospitality and impeccable service. We will happily discuss flexible working options to support with personal life, including rotas to support with school drop off and pick up.

Your day to day;

• Providing a high level of warm and knowledgeable hospitality at all times to all guests
• Ensuring the implementation of high standards of food and beverage service and high levels of product quality throughout the food service period
• Working closely with the kitchen team throughout the food service regarding menu items, speciality menus and special requests
• Preparation of the department including laying tables, vacuuming carpets, sweeping floors, polishing cutlery, preparing condiments and garnishes, and preparing coffee
• Ensuring the department is set and closed down as per service requirements
• Providing effective communication with the reception and reservation teams, ensuring guest requirements are met

Who are we looking for?

You will have worked previously in a similar role and will ideally have worked in a high quality Four-Star or Five-Star hotel, or fine dining restaurant.

You will have a genuine passion for the food and drink industry. You will have exemplary guest service skills, good interpersonal skills, be warm and friendly and have the ability to work well with others to represent the Company and the hotel in a loyal, professional, and knowledgeable manner. You will have a strong work ethic and the ability to multi-task whilst working in a busy and pressurised environment.

In return, we are offering a rewarding role with scope for career progression along with;

• Competitive rate of pay, above NLW
• Staff transport to support with pick up and drop off from local areas
• Wagestream - the ability to access up to 40% of your wages as you earn them each week
• 28 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years)
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Health cash plan with access to discounted perks and high street discounts
• Long service awards, including free meals and free stays with your friends or family
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounted accommodation, food, and drink in our beautiful properties
• Pension and Life assurance
• Bespoke training programmes accessible to all
• Apprenticeships available
• An engaging & supportive work environment

We’d love to meet you - Come and join our Daniel Thwaites Family

As Chef De Partie, you will be a vital part of our high performing brigade and will be producing delicious food in a well-equipped kitchen, developing your skills under the guidance of our talented Head Chef. You’ll become a member of our family who helps us create amazing experiences for our guests through delivering warm hospitality in every interaction.

In return, we are offering a rewarding role with scope for career progression along with;

• A fun environment where you will receive training and support to develop & progress
• Tips paid monthtly
• Wagestream - ability to access up to 40% of your wages as you earn them each week
• 28 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years)
• Free meal whilst on duty
• Free use of the brilliant gyms on site and discounted Spa treatments at our Spa Hotels
• Discounted accommodation, food and drink in our beautiful properties across the country
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Apprenticeships available
• Free car parking, where available
• Pension & Life assurance
• Long service awards including free meals and free stays with your friends and family

Who are we looking for?

This role as a Chef de Partie is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about food, a team player, committed and has a natural drive for excellence. If you are seeking to advance your career, we can support you to achieve nationally recognised qualifications through our academies.

As a Chef de Partie, you will have previous experience in a similar role with the proven ability to produce high quality food, ideally using fresh produce. We do have some recipes that you will follow but a creative flair is always welcomed.

Your day to day a Chef de Partie

• Use your eye for quality and creative flair to produce high quality food from scratch
• As a Chef de Partie, you will manage a section within the kitchen, cooking with fresh ingredients
• Ensure the highest levels of hygiene and safety are maintained at all times
• Maintain areas of work and machinery
• Control the order and storage of food supplies
• Support other team members across the kitchen
• Team work

We’re looking to strengthen our Bar Team!

As a Bar Team Member, to us you won’t just be someone pulling pints, you’ll be a key part of our business. We need people who enjoy a fast-paced F&B environment to help serve outstanding drinks to our guests.

Your day to day;

• Greet each one of our valued guests with a genuine smile
• Taking and serving drink orders
• Helping to clear and lay tables in the bar area
• Support any other areas of F&B if needed
• Giving our guests the warmest hospitality and ensuring they want to return!

Who are we looking for?

You will be a sociable person who is comfortable starting a conversation with anyone, have a flair for hospitality and like seeing happy customers.

Cocktail and wine knowledge would be advantageous but, as a Bar Team Member, a passion for quality drinks is a must. It would be ideal if you have previous experience in a bar, café or restaurant however a great work ethic and an even greater personality is much more important.

You will need to be proactive and ensure the smooth running of the day to day operations of the bar.

Our business is open all day every day so you will need to be flexible with the times you can work.

In return, we are offering a rewarding role with scope for career progression along with;

• A competitive salary, negotiable dependent on experience
• Wagestream - the ability to access up to 40% of your wages as you earn them each week
• 28 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years)
• Health cash plan
• Generous employee discounts
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Apprenticeships available
• Bespoke training programmes accessible to all
• An engaging & supportive work environment

We’re looking for a real night owl to be our Night Porter.

As a Night Porter, you will become a vital part of our nights team providing the warmest of welcomes and exceptional customer service. You will ultimately be responsible for the safety and security of our guests as they sleep and will need to be able to react to their needs working on you own initiative.

Your day to day;

• Checking in late arrivals
• Cleaning the property and setting up meeting /conference rooms
• Arranging newspapers and wake up calls
• Ensuring the building and guests are secure
• Helping set the dining area for breakfast

Who are we looking for?

Our Night Porter plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth running of our hotel, you will need to be a responsible and reliable person. We are looking for a hard-working individual who doesn’t mind being a night owl.

You will be able to stay calm under pressure, taking any complications in your stride. Effortlessly deal with problems as they arise and ensure standards are maintained at all times. You will need excellent communication skills and be confident to make the right decision.

If you are self-motivated and can multi-task this could be for you. Personality is what counts and whilst previous hotel experience and basic computer skills are an advantage, full training is provided.

In return, we are offering a rewarding role with scope for career progression along with;

• A competitive salary, negotiable dependent on experience
• Wagestream - the ability to access up to 40% of your wages as you earn them each week
• 28 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years)
• Health cash plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Apprenticeships available
• Generous employee discounts
• Life assurance
• Bespoke training programmes accessible to all
• An engaging & supportive work environment