Job Opportunities
Every individual working at Hambleton Hall shares a common desire to deliver the very best service. The team numbers around 70 depending on the season, including gardeners, chefs, housekeepers, waiting staff, reservations and marketing people and management.
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.
By choosing to work at Hambleton Hall you will have the opportunity of a lifetime to learn from some of the industry’s finest hoteliers and chefs. Mention that you have worked at Hambleton Hall to someone in the industry and they will smile, knowing you have experienced hospitality magic.
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.
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.
Front of House Reception
Front of House Reception have the responsibility of providing a warm, welcoming greeting for all guests and visitors together with excellent communication skills. Attention to every detail is key to providing a unique experience for our clientele. The responsibilities for front of house are varied and will include a courteous and professional telephone manner with a good standard of personal presentation. You will be confident with reservations for accommodation and restaurant dining, guest accounts upon departure, a good communicator with colleagues and other departments and a genuine enthusiasm for the role and a desire to build on your knowledge is also vital.
The position is full time on a rota of 5 days out of 7 which includes early mornings, evenings and weekends.
Please apply with letter of application and CV to Fay Martin – fay@hambleton.co.uk
Full-time waiting staff
Full time vacancies to join our dedicated and professional Restaurant Team. Ideal candidates must demonstrate a passion for food and beverage service with motivation to learn and develop their knowledge with a mission to provide exceptional service in a friendly environment. The role encompasses mis–en–place, breakfast, lunch and dinner service working in all areas of the restaurant and front of house. Excellent attention to detail and high standards are required with on-site training.
Waiting Staff play a key role in the overall experience of our guests. You will be the face of our business for every guest that walks through our door so we’re looking for Waiting Staff who enjoy working with people.
1 year plus experience in food and beverage is required and further training will be provided.
Please apply with Letter of Application and CV to Roshan Liyanage, Restaurant Manager – roshan@hambletonahall.com
Assistant Sommelier
We have over 500 carefully chosen wines on our wine list and we also offer a large selection by the glass and the Coravin system. Our wine list won the AA Notable Wine List Award for England & Overall (2018-2019). The job of Assistant Sommelier involves working alongside Dominique Baduel our Head Sommelier for some 20 years to provide a first class wine service and offering customers advice on the selection of wines.
You will be responsible for the wine service on the Head Sommelier days off and you will also have cellar management responsibilities.
Prospective candidates should have previous wine service experience and some wine knowledge. A genuine enthusiasm for the job and a desire to build on your knowledge is also vital.
Please apply with letter of application and CV to Dominique Baduel, Head Sommelier – wine@hambletonhall.com
Chef de Partie
As Chef de Partie at Hambleton Hall you are the reason our guests keep coming back for more. Our chefs work as part of a team to impress our guests, creating unforgettable experiences and exceeding expectations from breakfast right through to dinner, to ensure that every guest wants to return. You will be a team player able to deal with the pressure of running a busy operation for quality and perfection in every single dish.
- To assist the Head Chef during service for timing and progress of all dishes.
- To take ownership and ensure that the presentation, taste, texture and quantity are maintained to the standards laid by the Company.
- To take ownership of your creations, alongside demonstrating passion and pride for all dishes serviced in your section.
- You will be aware of Health & Safety and Food safety standards, ensuring due diligence checks are carried out as required.
- You will understand that cleaning and hygiene is a must and ensure that 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 about the hospitality industry.
Please apply with letter of application and CV to Fay Martin – fay@hambleton.co.uk
What we are looking for:
Strong team players willing to take direction.
Ability to work under pressure, possibly on your own or as a team
Dedication and passion for the job
Good personal presentation and pride in your appearance
Previous experience in a similar operation is preferable but not essential
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Good attention to detail