Total 205 F&B / Tourism / Hospitality job vacancies in Exeter, Devon, EX2 7FW

senior sous chef | full time

at wagamama, we’re an eating house for the soul. with over 160 uk restaurants and growing, our purpose is to nourish the world from bowl to soul. inspired by fast-paced, japanese ramen bars since 1992. a celebration of asian food brought wagamama to life

we’re looking for a senior sous chef to join us on our continuous journey of true nourishment

the role |

as a senior sous chef at wagamama you'll be an integral part of our restaurant leadership team, supporting the head chef to in leading your kitchen team the wagamama way. you’ll live + breath our people promise, values and embody core leadership behaviours. you’ll be responsible for ensuring that every dish served by the kitchen team meets our high standards. you’ll look after the development and growth of your team, ensuring they are engaged, motivated, and high performing

our perks + quirks |

• bonus scheme | up to £3,000 a year bonus opportunity

• pension scheme

• dedicated 6-week training programme

• dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift

• £14 - £25 of free food allowance on every shift

• 50% discount at wagamama + 30% off all other trg brands with family and friends

• internal progression opportunities | fully funded apprenticeship programmes to support your growth

• 28 days holiday

• kintsugi wellness | access to councillors, cycle to work scheme, discounted gym + leisure

• family friendly policy | any expectant person or anyone adopting a child will receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay

• financial wellbeing support | access to loans repaid through your salary for those ‘strapped for cash’ moments in life

what we look for |

• a head chef or senior sous chef with experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance through positive behaviour + actions in a fast paced + complex environment

• a strong communicator that has real conversations with consideration + care, ensuring your team feel heard + supported

• experienced in ensuring your kitchen’s food, health and safety standards are spotless

• experienced in understanding the financial performance of a kitchen including gp and stock control

• experienced in managing the labour cost of your team, reacting to changing demands where necessary

• an individual who leads to inspire and engage their team to nourish + flourish in their role and career

• passionate about creating an inclusive environment where your team feel respected + that they belong

• a forward-thinking problem solver, able to think on your feet and make quick decisions

the wagamama way |

kaizen, meaning ‘good change’, is the philosophy that sits at the core of who we are. it shapes every dish we create and pushes us to find better ways in all we do. our food, how we think, how we work, it has to be fresh. committed to championing change in both our communities + the impact on the planet

three whole decades of acting different, we don’t conform, we celebrate difference. appreciating personality over perfection. welcoming everyone and their unique story to our benches. we promise to have your back. working together to build close bonds of trust + support. creating safe spaces where we can have real conversations with open hearts + open minds

all we ask is for you to dish up what makes you different 

be you, be wagamama

wagamama is proudly part of disability confident

*100% of tips go to our teams. average tips are based on back of house management positions across all our uk restaurants between 5/6/23 + 2/7/23. actual tips by restaurant will vary. tips are left solely at our guests discretion and are not considered as wages by the company nor are they guaranteed in any way

The Recruitment Co have an amazing opportunity to work for a successful local company in North Devon, whilst expanding your culinary knowledge and skills in a flourishing workplace environment.

• Role: Pastry Chef
• Hours: 4 X 12 shifts 10AM - 10PM per week
• Location: Braunton
• Salary: £29,450.00 pa
• Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

About the Pastry Chef role:
As a Pastry Chef you will have creative control in the pastry station of the kitchen, and will develop a flavoursome menu, that will compliment and enhance the experience of an afternoon tea, cream tea and dessert offerings.

About the company:
Our client is a family-run company that has been a leader in West Country hospitality for over fifty years. They have a passion for excellence and pour their hearts and souls into making sure they exceed customer expectations time and time again. And, their amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

Pastry Chef Responsibilities:
As a Pastry Chef you will be responsible for maintaining the quality and delicious taste of the pastry already in place whilst incorporating your own skills and flair to advance the customer experience. You will understand how seasonality, provenance and environmental factors impact on product and menu, using it as an advantage by creating seasonal delights to enhance the flavours of produce available.

The Pastry Chef will be responsible for performing the following, to the highest standards:

• Ensuring all of the desserts are created and plated perfectly with attention to detail.
• Assisting the kitchen team in ensuring a smooth and efficient service.
• Ensuring the adherence of food hygiene and preparation within your brigade.
• Support with the day to day running of the kitchen in a professional, cost effective and driven manner.
• Envisioning and creating a menu which represent ingredients that are fresh and locally sourced.
• Transferring knowledge of food safety and health and safety into the management of risks, supporting your team to ensure a high standard environment.

Who would be perfect for the Pastry Chef role?
To successfully fill this role as Pastry Chef you must maintain the following attitude, behaviours, skills and values:

• Positive attitude and willingness to learn on the job
• Demonstrate leadership and effective communication
• Always approachable and consistent liaising with other departments
• Able to use own initiative and creativity to create quality pastry dishes
• Commitment to delivering high levels of food preparation for customer satisfaction
• Remain calm and focused under pressure, maintain high standards in your department
• A neat and tidy appearance (hair and fingernails) and adherence to uniform requirements.
• Willingness to earn and develop yourself and your team
• Full working knowledge of all sections in the pastry department
• Flexibility to respond to a range of different work situations
• Previous experience in a similar environment - at a minimum of CDP level

Benefits of the Pastry Chef role:

• Paid Holidays
• Share of staff tips
• Discounts when dining at any of our clients' establishments.
• Reduced accommodation
• Training and development opportunities
• Hospitality rewards discounts
• Free parking on site
• Staff minibus for transport to work

Are you an experience Pastry Chef?

Apply Bellow!!

CPBarnstaple

Nestled on the quay, the Samuel Jones is a stylish place to eat and drink in Exeter where contemporary and imaginative dishes are served with award-winning beers and a welcoming atmosphere.

You’ll be working at a popular bar and restaurant that’s found on one of the city’s most pleasing stretches, with a wealth of enviable sights and destinations on the doorstep.

Join us as a kitchen assistant and be part of a talented team, assisting with food preparation, operating the dishwasher, and keeping the kitchen clean, tidy and safe. This could be a great role for someone looking to start in a commercial kitchen.

What we offer...

• 30% off food and drink and 50% off overnight stays in our pubs
• £150 towards a stay in one of our pubs
• Discount scheme across hundreds of retailers
• Great training and opportunities to progress
• Meal provided for shifts over 6 hours (up to the value of £10)
• Family-friendly, flexible working
• Paid time off to volunteer

Our kitchen assistants...

• Are well organised, adaptable, with a genuine interest in food
• Take pride in keeping the kitchen clean, tidy and safe
• Are key to keeping our kitchen running efficiently even at our busiest times

Additional Info:
St Austell Brewery is an Equal Opportunities employer, and we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We also welcome requests for flexible working.

Early applications are encouraged as we’ll review applications throughout the recruitment process and reserve the right to close the advert at any time. Please note that we politely request no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. Speculative CVs from recruitment agencies won’t be accepted, nor the fees associated with them.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

The Mill on the Exe is a contemporary pub with comfy rooms that enjoys a tranquil riverside location on the outskirts of Exeter city centre.

Nestled beside the gardens that run alongside Blackaller Weir and the Millstone footbridge, it’s easy to feel completely transported from the hustle and bustle of urban life here. You’ll be working in a picturesque corner of the city, with a wealth of things to see and do lying mere moments away.

Are you a versatile Sous Chef with experience of working in a fast-paced environment? Join our talented kitchen team and you’ll be working alongside passionate people, with locally sourced produce, to provide high quality food that delights our guests. As Sous Chef, you will support your Head Chef in leading our talented kitchen team while ensuring the correct procedures are followed and specifications for each dish are precisely met. You will utilise the flexibility enabled by our menu writing processes, to help adapt our offer to meet the needs of our business and our guests. 

What we offer … 

• 30% off food and drink and 50% off overnight stays in our pubs 
  
• £150 towards a stay in one of our pubs
  
• Discount scheme across hundreds of retailers  
• Great training and opportunities to progress 
• Meal provided for shifts over 6 hours (up to the value of £10)
  
• Family-friendly, flexible working 
• Paid time off to volunteer  

Our Chefs …   

• Are well organised, adaptable, with a genuine interest in food 
• Take pride in keeping the kitchen clean, tidy and safe 
• Are key to keeping our kitchen running efficiently even at our busiest times      
• Are confident users of stock management systems

We’d love you to join our family!     

Apply now or contact recruitment@staustellbrewery.co.uk for more information  

Additional info
St Austell Brewery is an Equal Opportunities employer, and we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We also welcome requests for flexible working.

Early applications are encouraged as we’ll review applications throughout the recruitment process and reserve the right to close the advert at any time. Please note that we politely request no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. Speculative CVs from recruitment agencies won’t be accepted, nor the fees associated with them.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Do you have experience as a Grill Chef, Line Chef, Chef de Partie, Commis Chef or anything in between....? Then here's your opportunity to be part of something great!

What we offer...

Tips shared equally across the team, based on hours worked
Competitive pay
Unlimited 50% staff discount to enjoy outside working hours
Free meal from Lounge menu with every shift worked, regardless of length
Fantastic opportunity for advancement and progression within a rapidly expanding company
Easy access to pay as you earn it with Wage Stream
Christmas and Boxing Day off!
24/7 Employee Wellness Helpline alongside Lounges own Mental Health Champions
The best staff party in Hospitality! Loungefest!

Our Chefs...

Uncompromising when it comes to keeping the kitchen clean, tidy and safe, you will be key to keeping our bustling kitchen running at full speed. Cooking great food to a fantastic standard. This is an ideal position for someone looking to progress within a commercial kitchen. With full training provided there is plenty of opportunity for promotion to Junior Sous and on to Sous Chef.

What we're about...

The Lounge is open all day, every day and serves great quality fresh food and drink in a welcoming, relaxed environment. Our kitchens are the engine room of the Lounge and you are the key to keeping the engine going in this fast paced business.

Do you have experience as a Grill Chef, Line Chef, Chef de Partie, Commis Chef or anything in between....? Then here's your opportunity to be part of something great!

What we offer...

Tips shared equally across the team, based on hours worked
Competitive pay
Unlimited 50% staff discount to enjoy outside working hours
Free meal from Lounge menu with every shift worked, regardless of length
Fantastic opportunity for advancement and progression within a rapidly expanding company
Easy access to pay as you earn it with Wage Stream
Christmas and Boxing Day off!
24/7 Employee Wellness Helpline alongside Lounges own Mental Health Champions
The best staff party in Hospitality! Loungefest!

Our Chefs...

Uncompromising when it comes to keeping the kitchen clean, tidy and safe, you will be key to keeping our bustling kitchen running at full speed. Cooking great food to a fantastic standard. This is an ideal position for someone looking to progress within a commercial kitchen. With full training provided there is plenty of opportunity for promotion to Junior Sous and on to Sous Chef.

What we're about...

The Lounge is open all day, every day and serves great quality fresh food and drink in a welcoming, relaxed environment. Our kitchens are the engine room of the Lounge and you are the key to keeping the engine going in this fast paced business.

We are looking for a Sous Chef to assist our Head Chef in the running of this busy kitchen, leading the team to deliver our wholesome, fresh dishes throughout the day.

What we offer...

Achievable bonuses
Power over your pay with Wagestream
Overtime pay for every hour worked over contracted hours!
Unlimited 50% off staff discount to enjoy outside working hours
Tips shared equally across the team, based on hours worked
Free meal from Lounge menu with every shift worked, regardless of length
Unlimited access to industry-leading training information and support, so you can really move forward in your career
24/7 Employee Wellness Helpline alongside Lounges own Mental Health Champions
Christmas and Boxing Day off!
The most talked-about staff party in hospitality- Loungefest!

Our Sous Chefs...

Being a Sous Chef means you are the Head Chef's right hand and with our commitment to your training and the rapid expansion of our brand, you could soon be stepping up to run a kitchen of your own.

What we're about...

We're all about our employees and customers, and we never take our place in the community for granted. Our focus is on bringing people together, going above and beyond to give back where and when it's needed most. With more Lounges opening every month, there's never been a more exciting time to join and progress your career.

Commis Chef - transport is available from the following locations - Alphington, Exwick, St Thomas, Countess Weir, Exminster, Central Exeter, Digby, Whipton and Wonford.



Location: Exeter EX2 8XU

Salary: £26,000 per annum

Hotel: The Devon Hotel

Hours per week: 42.5

Deadline to apply: 30/6/24



As a Commis Chef you will assist Senior Chefs in running an efficient and profitable kitchen, using quality ingredients to inspire flavourful menus and prepare attractive food. Work for Brend Collection and receive competitive pay, opportunities for progression, share of staff tips, staff discounts at Brend Collection and paid holidays. This is a great opportunity to work for a successful local company in Exeter, whilst expanding your knowledge and skills in a flourishing workplace environment.



What will I be doing?

As a Commis Chef at The Devon Hotel, you will perform tasks and follow instructions given to you by a Senior Chef, incorporating knowledge and skills gained to further advance your career. You are responsible for maintaining your kitchen station and equipment throughout your shift whilst showing a willingness to progress and deliver customer satisfaction through the dishes you prepare. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

Maintain kitchen area and equipment, ensuring your station and utensils are in a hygienic condition at all times.
Ensure deliveries are stored in the correct locations whilst in a timely manner.
Deliver a speedy service whilst ensuring the quality and presentation of food.
Consider portion control to minimise waste whilst preparing dishes.
Understand and comply with company policy on HASAWA, HACCP level 2 food safety, fire precautions, legal requirements, and perform any other tasks that may be required from time to time.
Establish relationships with kitchen staff and those assisting in the delivery of service to customers.
Complete any training or qualifications required by the company.


What are we looking for?



To successfully fill this role as Commis Chef at The Devon Hotel, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:



Positive attitude and willingness to learn on the job.
Good communication skills
Commitment to delivering high levels of food preparation for customer satisfaction
A neat and tidy appearance (hair and fingernails) and adherence to uniform requirements.
Flexibility to respond to a range of different work situations
Ability to follow instructions and guidance, whilst also using your own initiative


Although previous experience would be beneficial, it is not essential as full training will be provided.



What’s in it for me?

There are plenty of perks when it comes to joining the Brend Collection team which include competitive rates of pay, paid holidays, and a share of staff tips. You’ll also receive discounts when ​​dining at any Brend Collection establishment as well as reduced accommodation rates. Brend Collection are very proud of their wonderful staff and do all they can to develop them, offering support and training throughout their career as well as offering genuine opportunities for career progression within a successful local company.



What is it like to work for Brend Collection?

Brend Collection is a family-run company that has been a leader in West Country hospitality for over fifty years. We have a passion for excellence and we pour our hearts and souls into making sure we exceed customer expectations time and time again. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

kitchen team member | full time

at wagamama, we’re an eating house for the soul. with over 160 uk restaurants and growing, our purpose is to nourish the world from bowl to soul. inspired by fast-paced, japanese ramen bars since 1992. a celebration of asian food brought wagamama to life

we’re looking for a kitchen team member to join us on our continuous journey of true nourishment

the role |

as a kitchen team member at wagamama you'll play a key role in our kitchen, preparing and serving our fresh food to standard with care. working alongside a talented and diverse team not only will you gain key life skills at wagamama, you'll make great friends too, all whilst ensuring that our guests receive delicious food the wagamama way. so whether you’re looking to start a career as a chef or just looking for a wok inspired side hustle this could be the role for you

perks + quirks |

• £12.00 per hour + £27.30 average tips per week*

• £14 - £25 of free food allowance on every shift

• dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift

• 50% discount at wagamama + 30% off all other trg brands with family and friends

• pension scheme + 28 days holiday

• dedicated training programme

• internal progression opportunities | fully funded apprenticeship programmes to support your growth

• kintsugi wellness | access to councillors, cycle to work scheme, discounted gym + leisure

• family friendly policy | any expectant person or anyone adopting a child will receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay

• financial wellbeing support | access to loans repaid through your salary for those ‘strapped for cash’ moments in life

what we look for |

we're looking for someone who shares our values and can embody the wagamama way through how you show up at work. you'll have an interest in food or cooking, and be a great team player who can work well in a fast-paced environment. you'll have good interpersonal skills and be able to multitask in a kitchen with no microwaves or heat lamps, everything we cook is fresh. you don’t need experience to join us as a chef, we'll provide all the training you need

the wagamama way |

kaizen, meaning ‘good change’, is the philosophy that sits at the core of who we are. it shapes every dish we create and pushes us to find better ways in all we do. our food, how we think, how we work, it has to be fresh. committed to championing change in both our communities + the impact on the planet

three whole decades of acting different, we don’t conform, we celebrate difference. appreciating personality over perfection. welcoming everyone and their unique story to our benches. we promise to have your back. working together to build close bonds of trust + support. creating safe spaces where we can have real conversations with open hearts + open minds

all we ask is for you to dish up what makes you different 

be you, be wagamama

wagamama is proudly part of disability confident

*100% of tips go to our teams. average tips are based on our back of house team level positions across all our uk restaurants between 29/05/23 + 02/07/23. actual tips by restaurant will vary. tips are left solely at our guests discretion and are not considered as wages by the company nor are they guaranteed in any way

At Cosy Club, you can expect casual days, vibrant evenings, from brunch and coffee to dinner and drinks, our guests join us for an experience like no other.

Being our Sous Chef you'll get a competitive salary, tips and a bonus scheme that pays out regularly, alongside:

Overtime pay - work over your contracted hours and you'll get paid at your normal hourly rate, no pre-approval required
A commitment to prioritise your work life balance and respect of your time off
Two days off a week and one weekend off every six weeks
Optional 40 hour contract (pro rata salary)
Power over your pay with Wagestream
Meals on duty
Unlimited 50% off staff discount across Cosy Club and Lounge
Enhanced maternity/paternity benefit (according to length of service).
Focus on your development and progression and a clear understanding on how you are able to do this
An invitation to the most talked-about staff party in hospitality- Loungefest!

Most importantly we will ensure you are made to feel welcome at Cosy Club

As Sous Chef you'll need an insatiable hunger and eagerness to work with quality produce and fresh ingredients, which is why we expect enthusiasm and belief in what we serve and how we prepare it. In return, we'll provide ample opportunity to excel and become the leader you're meant to be.

As you look to the Head Chef, the team looks to you to be a coach, supporter and encourager - someone who'll share skills and responsibilities. When you're not helping the team realise their potential, you'll be rolling up your sleeves and playing your part to deliver service. Joining us a Sous Chef you will have lots of opportunity to develop and run your own kitchen one day.

Interested?

Apply Today

At Cosy Club, you can expect casual days, vibrant evenings, and weekends where we're the life and soul of the party! From brunch and coffee to dinner and drinks, our guests join us for an experience like no other.

As one of our Chefs, you'll get a competitive and fair hourly rate with tips alongside:

A commitment to prioritise your work life balance- including 2 days off and a weekend off every six weeks
Fair rotas with hours spread fairly and changes kept to a minimum
Meals on every shift and paid breaks
Mystery Diner bonus (extra 50p p/h worked that week)
Power over your pay with Wagestream
Unlimited 50% off staff discount across both Cosy Club and Lounge
Annual Loyalty share award
Focus on your development and progression and a clear understanding on how you are able to do this
Fabulous incentives to win each month - including spa breaks, trips abroad, food and drink hampers and tickets to festivals
An invitation to the most talked-about staff party in hospitality- Loungefest!

Most importantly we will ensure you are made to feel welcome at Cosy Club.

You're more than just a chef. And this absolutely isn't your average chef role. We've created kitchens where fresh food and cooking from scratch takes centre stage - as they always should.

Bring your experience as a Chef and we'll provide the camaraderie, a thrilling environment and the quality ingredients needed to ensure there's never a dull day on the line. We're firm believers that you should feel proud of the produce you're using, the dishes you're plating, and the kitchen team your part of, which is why our Chefs are preppers, platers and high-standard keepers.

Interested?

Apply today and be part of our growing business!

Loungers PLC are excited to announce a fresh, new and exciting restaurant concept for roadside diners. Brightside!

Do you have experience within a kitchen team as a Prep Chef, Grill Chef, Line Chef, Chef de Partie, Commis Chef or anything in between....? Then here's your opportunity to be part of something great!

Being on the line means no two days are the same. Whether you are running the cold or hot section, perfecting our freshly made dough or prepping for the day ahead. As a chef at Brightside your food will be the reason our guests come back time and time again. With full training provided there is plenty of opportunity for promotion to Junior Sous and on to Sous Chef, as we grow, you grow!

What we offer:

Competitive pay
Power over your pay with Wagestream
Free Parking
Unlimited 50% off staff discount to enjoy outside working hours
Tips shared equally across the team, based on hours worked
Free meal from Brightside menu with every shift worked, regardless of length
Unlimited access to industry-leading training information and support, so you can really move forward in your career
24/7 Employee Wellness Helpline alongside Brightside own Mental Health Champions
Christmas off!
The most talked-about staff party in hospitality- Loungefest!

What we are about:

Already established as the UK's fastest growing hospitality business, our sister companies The Lounges and Cosy Club have over 200 sites combined. Our third brand Brightside is inspired by childhood holiday road trips and lives to celebrate the joy of taking the time to travel. Our welcome is warm, our sites are beautiful and our freshly cooked menu is full of classic, comfort food dishes. Uncompromising on quality, service and standards, we always go the extra mile to bring a little sunshine to everyone's everyday adventures.

Our Values are simple, we keep things uncomplicated and straightforward. We are always upbeat sharing our happiness and positivity with each other and our guests. We are generous, open and giving, our teams are the heart of hospitality. We bring our true selves to work, every day. We let our personalities shine and we are always authentic. We're humans, not robots!

The Mill on the Exe is a contemporary pub with comfy rooms that enjoys a tranquil riverside location on the outskirts of Exeter city centre.

Nestled beside the gardens that run alongside Blackaller Weir and the Millstone footbridge, it’s easy to feel completely transported from the hustle and bustle of urban life here. You’ll be working in a picturesque corner of the city, with a wealth of things to see and do lying mere moments away.

Join us as a kitchen assistant and be part of a talented team, assisting with food preparation, operating the dishwasher, and keeping the kitchen clean, tidy and safe. This could be a great role for someone looking to start in a commercial kitchen.

What we offer...

• 30% off food and drink and 50% off overnight stays in our pubs
• £150 towards a stay in one of our pubs
• Discount scheme across hundreds of retailers
• Great training and opportunities to progress
• Meal provided for shifts over 6 hours (up to the value of £10)
• Family-friendly, flexible working
• Paid time off to volunteer

Our kitchen assistants...

• Are well organised, adaptable, with a genuine interest in food
• Take pride in keeping the kitchen clean, tidy and safe
• Are key to keeping our kitchen running efficiently even at our busiest times

Additional Info:
St Austell Brewery is an Equal Opportunities employer, and we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We also welcome requests for flexible working.

Early applications are encouraged as we’ll review applications throughout the recruitment process and reserve the right to close the advert at any time. Please note that we politely request no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. Speculative CVs from recruitment agencies won’t be accepted, nor the fees associated with them.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Alfa Leisureplex Group has an opportunity for a Hospitality Assistant to join the team at The Cavendish Hotel, Exmouth.

Hospitality Assistant working hours:

As a Hospitality Assistant you will work circa 30 hours per week, including weekends with live in accommodation & split shifts with an hourly rate of £12.00 – Regardless of age!

Being a Hospitality Assistant:

As a general assistant your role will be varied, having the opportunity to be an all rounder working in numerous areas within the Hotel operation; this will include kitchen, bar and restaurant, with split shifts likely to be required. You will work closely with the heads of departments to assist with their needs and learn how each function works successfully, whilst ensuring company standards are maintained to a high level.

We are an employee-owned company, what does this mean?


Bi-annual tax-free dividend due to our employee-owned status (over £1,000 last full year)
Funding for any relevant training courses to aid your development
Job Security – our employee-owned status provides better job security, as we can't be sold to another company
Support and continuous development opportunities
Competitive occupational sick pay scheme
Fantastic discounts on our holidays and hotel stays
Employee assistance programme - Health Assured
Length of service rewards
Free employee meals whilst on duty
Build your pension – we have a pension scheme in place that the Company contributes towards
Reward and engagement programs


Our ideal candidate:

Essential Skills:


Excellent customer service skills, friendly & outgoing personality
Ability to learn new skills quickly
To be flexible and keep calm under pressure, working independently and as part of a team.


Attention to detail Desirable Skills:


Experience in a similar role
Knowledge of the travel, tourism and hospitality industry
Passion for the industry


The Alfa Leisureplex Group is one of the UK’s most highly respected coach holiday and hotel companies with a consolidated turnover of over £60 million per year. We are the UK’s only employee-owned Travel Company and our brands include Leisureplex Hotels, Alfa Travel, which includes Alfa Scotland.

Leisureplex Hotels own and operate 24 hotels in the UK’s most popular seaside locations. We have a combined bed stock of 2,050 rooms and achieve strong all year-round occupancies due to our sister brand Alfa Travel, Alfa Scotland plus our links to other coach operators and group organisers. We also cater for Self Drive guests and direct hotel bookings.

As an employee-owned business with over 900 employee partners, we see our people as our most valuable asset in growing our business and continuing to provide a high-quality service to our customers.

If you feel you are friendly, positive and passionate and have the necessary skills and experience to be successful as a Hospitality Assistant click ‘apply’ today. We’d love to hear from you!

Alfa Leisureplex Group has an opportunity for a Restaurant Assistant to join the team at The Cavendish Hotel, Exmouth.

Restaurant Assistant working hours:

As a Restaurant Assistant you will work 30 hours per week, including weekends & split shifts with an hourly rate of £12.00 – Regardless of age!

Being a Restaurant Assistant:

Your main tasks as a Restaurant Assistant will be serving hotel guests breakfast, lunch and dinner, whilst delivering excellent customer service. You will also be required to ensuring service stations and tables are kept clean and tidy.

We are an employee-owned company, what does this mean?


Bi-annual tax-free dividend due to our employee-owned status (over £1,000 last full year)
Funding for any relevant training courses to aid your development
Job Security – our employee-owned status provides better job security, as we can't be sold to another company
Support and continuous development opportunities
Competitive occupational sick pay scheme
Fantastic discounts on our holidays and hotel stays
Employee assistance programme - Health Assured
Length of service rewards
Free employee meals whilst on duty
Build your pension – we have a pension scheme in place that the Company contributes towards
Reward and engagement programs


Our ideal candidate:

Essential Skills:


Excellent communication skills
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to learn new skills quickly
The ability to be flexible and keep calm under pressure


Desirable Skills:


Experience in a similar role
Knowledge of the travel, tourism and hospitality industry
Passion for the industry


The Alfa Leisureplex Group is one of the UK’s most highly respected coach holiday and hotel companies with a consolidated turnover of over £60 million per year. We are the UK’s only employee-owned Travel Company and our brands include Leisureplex Hotels, Alfa Travel, which includes Alfa Scotland.

Leisureplex Hotels own and operate 24 hotels in the UK’s most popular seaside locations. We have a combined bed stock of 2,050 rooms and achieve strong all year-round occupancies due to our sister brand Alfa Travel, Alfa Scotland plus our links to other coach operators and group organisers. We also cater for Self Drive guests and direct hotel bookings.

As an employee-owned business with over 900 employee partners, we see our people as our most valuable asset in growing our business and continuing to provide a high-quality service to our customers.

If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this Restaurant Assistant role, click ‘apply’ today. We’d love to hear from you!