Front Of House Apprentice

  • The Headland Hotel Co Ltd
  • Newquay, Cornwall
  • £5.90 per hour

First impressions matter, our Front of House team ‘set the tone’ for all guest experiences at The Headland; it’s here that their journey begins and ends. Greeting everyone with a smile and outstanding service is a vital part of the FOH role. In your apprenticeship with us you will learn the importance of attention to detail when meeting guests in a 4* hospitality environment. This includes assisting guests with their arrivals and departures as well as any questions that they may have. Working in a team of bright personalities, your hospitality career will get the kick start that it needs!

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  • GMFJ Reference
    82429
  • Wages
    £5.90 p/h
  • Hours
    40.00 per week
  • Date Posted
    27/02/2018
  • Start Date
    16/04/2018
  • Approx. Duration
    18 months

  • Location
    Newquay
  • Status
    Now Taking Applications
  • Sector
    Catering & Hospitality
  • Opportunity Type
    Intermediate Level 2
  • Employer
    The Headland Hotel Co Ltd

Description

  • Reporting to the Front of House Manager, as our Front of House Apprentice you will be responsible for creating an outstanding first impression to guests and non-residents alike.
  • You will be required to liaise with other departments to ensure all guests’ requests are catered for.
  • You will take the opportunity to really get to know our guests and anticipate their needs, always going the extra mile where possible.

Further responsibilities:

  • Work with Porters, Bellman, Doorman and Housekeeping to ensure the lounge and public areas are clean and tidy at all times, including events set-ups and outside areas.
  • Deliver a 5* highly professional yet personal service to each and every guest.
  • Build an excellent rapport with all guests from the moment they arrive until the moment they depart.
  • Conduct show-around(s) of the hotel facilities as required.

For more information about this vacancy please contact Truro and Penwith College on 01872 305500 (Ref ID: 82429)

Company website : www.headlandhotel.co.uk

Essential:

  • Communication.
  • Organisation.
  • Confidence to start a conversation.

The programme involves developing effective knowledge, behaviours and skills in topics as:

  • Meeting and exceeding customer expectations.
  • Receiving and dealing with customer feedback.
  • Understanding how your role contributes to the financial performance of the business.
  • Communicating clearly and engaging customers to build positive relationships.
  • Positively promoting the organisation to increase customer loyalty.
  • Preparing and serving wines and cocktails.
  • Preparing and serving hot drinks.
  • Providing counter, buffet, take-away and carvery service.
  • House keeping.
  • Managing stock.
  • Carrying out reception, concierge and guest services.
  • Providing a positive customer service – creating a positive impression of the organisation.
  • Promoting additional services and up-selling and resolving customer service problems.
  • Maintaining health, safety and security of the working environment including food safety and hygiene practices.
  • Working as part of a team Hospitality Team Member Apprentices must select from one of the following specialist functions: Food & Beverage, Alcoholic Beverage Service, Barista, Food Production, Concierge and Guest Services, House Keeping, Reception.

Assessment:

To gain the Hospitality Team Member Intermediate apprenticeship you will attend skills seminars at college.

Essential:

  • Friendly, bubbly personality.
  • Positive attitude.
  • Driven by making people happy.
On successful completion of apprenticeship there is a possibility of a job role.
Shifts will vary depending on business needs. Will include some weekends, morning & evening shifts. Pay will be reviewed after probation period, used to assess capability and performance.

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