This is a great opportunity to take the first steps in your hospitality career and work as part of Food & Beverage Team at The Dragonfly Hotel, Colchester. In a new era in hospitality, make your mark and really drive it forwards, embracing our Ownership with Personality values.
We’re looking for an Food & Beverage Assistant that brings energy, curiosity and a can‑do spirit. Someone who loves the buzz of service and the joy of making someone’s day.
The Dragonfly Hotel Colchester offers a welcoming and supportive environment to work, set in a great location just minutes from Colchester’s historic city centre and surrounded by the beautiful Essex countryside. With 50 well‑equipped rooms, the hotel provides a modern yet relaxed setting, where attention to detail and great service are at the heart of everything we do.
How you’ll bring the magic to the floor as our Food & Beverage Assistant:
* Has a positive, can‑do attitude towards customers and other team.
* A genuine enthusiasm for learning about all things food and drink — including spirits, wines, cocktails, and delivering the “perfect serve”.
* A willingness to understand different food styles and service standards, learn the menus, and confidently explain dishes to customers.
* Strong communication skills and enjoyment of interacting with guests in a lively, fast‑paced environment.
* The ability to deliver great service — taking orders, serving food and drink, processing payments, and ensuring every guest has an excellent experience.
* Commitment to meeting site service standards and working effectively as part of the team.
* A developing or good understanding of preparing coffees and serving alcohol and wine in both bar and restaurant settings.
* Availability to work opening and closing shifts, including weekends and bank holidays on a pro‑rata basis.
* A willingness to continue your development through in‑house and external training sessions.
Benefits of joining our team as an Food & Beverage Assistant:
* Tronc - TIPS !!
* Increasing annual leave – up to 33 days!
* Flexible working hours
* Up to 50% off meals and stays across our UK hotels
* On site parking - where available
* 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme – support whenever you need it
* Stream access – draw or save your wages as you earn!
* Development programmes to help you rise into a true 'Hospitality Superstar'
* Apprenticeships, training and internal promotion opportunities
* Bike to work scheme
* Retail and supermarket discounts
* AE Pension
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