Job Opportunities

Unsure about your future career? Do you enjoy meeting people? Why not consider joining our vibrant professional team where we can give you full training in all aspects of our hospitality organisation and learn about the service needs for a successful restaurant in a fun and vibrant environment.

Hospitality offers superb career prospects and as we are part of a world wide organisation; there is opportunities to travel and see the world while building your career. We can help you find your next move as you climb the hospitality ladder; so why not drop us a line introducing yourself and look forward to meeting you soon.

Everyone supports each other in delivering warm and attentive hospitality, so our guests experience thoughtful, generous and memorable treatment while enjoying their holiday in the beautiful Rutland countryside. The management team lead by example; they are hands-on to ensure a smooth operation, resulting in a respectful staff and happy guests.

You will be rewarded with a wonderful working environment, a good salary, a training programme, nutritious meals on duty, and subsidised staff accommodation in a converted stable block in the grounds may be available or use of your own transport due to the hotels rural location. The following positions are full time, working 5 days a week, mostly split shifts with some straight shifts. Staff uniform will be provided. All our staff have full access to our Employee Assistance Programme via Hospitality Action.

Hambleton Hall is associated to Pride of Britain Hotels and Relais & Chateaux Hotels, which provide opportunity for future growth and international travel. These hotels provide discounted accommodation for staff too, staff can stay in one of more than 500 hotels around the world.

For all roles, please apply with your CV to Wendy Sanders, HR Manager – wendy.sanders@hambleton.co.uk

Hotel Receptionist / Front of House
We are looking for a friendly, professional person to join our Front of House / Reception team at Hambleton Hall.
You are the first person our guests meet; you will be the face of Hambleton Hall – a key member of the Reception team who work closely together to provide our guests with an amazing occasion to remember.
Our reception team are on hand from 7.00am to 11.00pm and work closely together to meet and exceed our guests expectations, from answering calls and emails to checking people in and out and managing all the administration that goes on in between!

The role:

Work closely with the team to provide a consistently high quality of service to all guests and visitors.
Manage guest arrivals and departures with warmth and efficiency, demonstrating the superb customer service that Hambleton Hall is renowned for.
Handling multiple enquiries about our hotel, our restaurant and local area with confidence and enthusiasm.
Provide accurate billing, processing payments and handling all administration efficiently and in a timely manner.

This is a fast paced and busy department. We are looking for someone who has warmth, charm and a natural gift for hospitality. The following skill set would be an advantage, but we will provide you with full training and you will have the support of your very experienced colleagues.

Ideally, you will have:

Great customer service skills, the ability to deal with difficult situations with patience, understanding and professionalism.
Good verbal and written skills, managing emails, phone calls and face to face meetings with guests, often simultaneously.
Numerate with good organisational skills, able to manage the billing and balancing of guests accounts while maintaining the needs of the front desk.
Resilient with good attention to detail and the ability to multitask and juggle many changing priorities.
Previous Hotel experience could be an advantage; however, we do offer full training and we believe that the right person, in the right place can become a positive member of our team.

You will be rewarded with:

Full training to help you reach your full potential
Uniforms are provided
Free meals whilst at work
Free access to the gym and classes at Catmose Sports Centre, Oakham
Staff discount at Hambleton Hall, Hambleton Bakery and sister hotel in Nottingham

Waiters / Waitresses
Restaurant team at Hambleton Hall are committed to providing our customers with a standard of service you’d expect in a luxury 5-star country house hotel and pride themselves on the quality of service they deliver every day.
It’s not just about serving food, it’s about reading your guests and anticipating what they want, rather than waiting for them to say what they need. It’s about teamwork – working closely with your colleagues and the kitchen and reception teams to make sure you meet and exceed our guests expectations. It’s about job satisfaction and knowing that you have made a difference to someone’s day.
We have a very flexible approach and will provide you with all the training you need to join our amazing team of professionals.

We are looking for someone who is:

A good team player with great conversational skills
Efficient with the ability to multi-task
Calm under pressure with a positive outlook and outgoing personality
Excellent customer service skills
Observant, pays attention to details and willing to go the extra mile

Does this sound like you? In return for working with us in our beautiful, 5 star Country House Hotel you will receive:

Full training
Free meals whilst at work
Staff discount at Hambleton Hall, Hambleton Bakery and sister hotel in Nottingham
A uniform is provided
We may have staff accommodation available
Employee Assistance Programme
The opportunity to work in a prestigious hotel, with a great team where everyone makes a difference
Start a career in the hospitality industry that can make you globally employable –having Hambleton Hall on your CV will open many doors of opportunity for you

If you want to train with the best in the industry – please click apply today. If you are an experienced service professional looking to advance your career, please click apply we would love to hear from you.

Pastry Chef
As our Chef de Partie working in our pastry kitchen, you will bring innovation and flair to the team. Our chefs work as part of a team to impress, creating unforgettable experiences and exceeding expectations from breakfast right through to dinner, ensuring that every guest wants to return.
You will be a team player able to deal with the pressure of running a busy operation, striving for quality and perfection in every single dish.

Your day will consist of:

Assisting our Head Chefs during service for timing and progress of all pastry dishes
Taking ownership and ensure that the presentation, taste, texture and quality are maintained to the standards laid by the company.
Developing your own creations, alongside demonstrating passion and pride for all dishes serviced in your section.
Being aware of H&S and Food safety standards, ensuring due diligence checks are carried out as required.
Understanding that cleaning and hygiene are a must and ensure your section and the overall kitchen is always spotless and well maintained.
As a team worker you will be willing to learn and develop as well as assisting others in their learning process, sharing knowledge, passion and pride in your dishes and providing our guests with the best experiences in the industry.

In return you will receive

Full support for your professional development
Free meals whilst at work
Staff discount at Hambleton Hall, Hambleton Bakery and sister hotel in Nottingham
Your whites will be provided
We may have staff accommodation available
Employee Assistance Programme
The opportunity to work in a prestigious hotel, with a great team where everyone makes a difference
Expand your career – having Hambleton Hall on your CV will open many doors of opportunity for you

Previous experience in a similar role is an advantage, preferably with an establishment with a minimum of 3 rosettes

Hambleton Hall is situated on the shores of Rutland Water, approximately 3 miles from Oakham. We are in a beautiful rural location, so transport is essential, or we may have onsite staff accommodation available at a very reasonable charge.

Hambleton Bakery – Café and Shop Manager
Building on the success of our artisan bakery, we are delighted to announce that we are now opening our first café within our shop and bakery in Exton, Rutland. More Cafes will follow if this venture is successful.
We are looking for a Manager to help us open the café, continue the great work our shop team are doing and bring our vision to life. We are an award-winning bakery and pride ourselves on the quality of food we produce and want to share that passion in serving delicious food to our customers and creating a unique and special place for them to visit.

Your key tasks will be:

Helping to recruit your team, manage their training and organise their rotas
Preparing the café / shop and team for opening
Leading the customer service team, projecting a warm welcome.
Coordinating with vendors and suppliers to ensure our café is fully stocked
All general admin duties including managing timesheets,
Ensuring all café and shop areas are clean and tidy and meeting and exceeding all Health and Safety regulations

A successful Candidate will be able to demonstrate

Charm, energy and commitment
Flexibility – our café and shop will be open during weekends and public holidays
Your own transport – the shop and new café are in a rural location with no public transport
Relevant experience in a café/restaurant environment and of team leadership is an advantage but not essential.

In return, you will receive:

Staff discount on our amazing products and at our sister company, Hambleton Hall
A uniform
Access to Hospitality Action, Employee Assistance Programme
Free access to a local Gym and Fitness classes
Ride your bike to work scheme
A referral scheme
Salary will be discussed at interview and is dependent upon experience

Hambleton Bakery is an award-winning artisan bakery, opened in 2008 to produce top quality, traditionally made bread for sister companies Hambleton Hall and Harts Hotel (Nottingham). We have grown to supply 6 shops and 160 Wholesale customers. Our Exton café, located in the part of our bakery where we make cakes and savouries, is an exciting new venture for us. The Café is set in the most beautiful part of Rutland, overlooking Exton Park where our customers can enjoy the peaceful atmosphere, enjoy top quality food with a first-class customer service.

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