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Restaurant Team Member
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Restaurant Team Member
Restaurant Team Member – Somerford Beefeater
Position Overview
Title: Restaurant Team Member – Friends Guest Experience Location: Somerford Beefeater, Somerford Rd, Christchurch, BH23 3QG Pay: Up to £12.76 per hour Hours: 30 per week Contract: Fixed-term (until 10/09/2026) Experience Required: No formal experience needed – training provided! Start Date: Immediate
Our team is looking for welcoming, sturdy, and and versatile colleagues to join us at the Somerford Beefeater in Christchurch. Be the friendly face of our restaurant – deliver exceptional customer service with a smile while starting a rewarding journey in hospitality.
Why Work With Us?
Human Development and Career Growth
- Quick and supportive training to equip you from day one
- Clear opportunities to build your career within Whitbread, one of the UK’s leading hospitality businesses.
Employee Benefits
- Whitbread Benefits Card:
- Up to 60% off rooms at Premier Inn
- 25% off meals in Whitbread Restaurants
- Pension & Saving Schemes:
- Company pension option
- Save as You Earn (SAYE) scheme
- Discounts For Life:
- Money off high-street brands, utility bills, travel, cinema tickets, supermarkets and more.
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How We Make EVERYone Welcome
We want to reflect the diversity of society so everyone is empowered to build their careers here. If you consider yourself to be from one of the following groups, you’re especially encouraged to apply and discuss adjustments or flexible working options with us as we strive to make this happen for all our people:
- Women
- Ethnic minorities
- People with disabilities
- LGBTQIA+ community (lesbian, gay, bi, trans, non-binary or anyone identifying under the LGBTQIA+ umbrella)
The Role
As a Restaurant Team Member, you’ll:
- Deliver outstanding guest experience: Meet and greet customers warmly, ensuring every moment of their dining experience is memorable.
- Host and assist guests: Provide efficient tableside service and build rapport with our clientele.
- Support your team: Collaborate with colleagues to ensure smooth, efficient service during peak hours.
- Take pride in presentation: Maintain high standards of table/SalterSSylus layout and hygiene at all times.
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About Whitbread
We’re a family of 500+ restaurants and hotels across the UK, united by our passion for fantastic food and foundation of excellent service. Whether you’re known for making guests laugh, shining in the kitchen or shining our floor, every role benefits from rich professional development.
Updated: History with dates & contact details removed for consistency. Ref: Job ref 185600-4492 – advertised 02 July 2026
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