Commis Waiter, The Wild Rabbit at Bamford Collection

West Oxfordshire, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Jun, 26

Salary

12.38

Posted On

20 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Enthusiasm, Work Ethic, Organization, Communication, Team Player, Learning Ability, Service Etiquette, Menu Knowledge, Allergen Knowledge

Industry

Hospitality

Description

THE BAMFORD COLLECTION IS A GROUP OF CONSCIOUSLY MINDED LIFESTYLE BRANDS COMMITTED TO NOURISHING AND NURTURING PEOPLE AND PLANET. SALARY: £32,479.20 per annum OTE HOURS: 45 hours per week, any 5 days in 7, including weekends ABOUT US The Wild Rabbit in Kingham is a fine dining restaurant and boutique hotel in the heart of the Cotswolds. Recognised in the Top 50 Gastropubs, the Top 50 Boutique Hotels, and awarded 3 AA Rosettes, The Wild Rabbit blends culinary excellence with warm, authentic hospitality. Our menus are created in close partnership with Daylesford Farm, using the best seasonal, organic produce. Under Executive Chef Callum Graham, and alongside our skilled front-of-house team, we are proud to deliver a dining experience that is refined, memorable, and deeply connected to the land around us. ABOUT THE ROLE We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Commis Waiter to join our front-of-house team. This is an entry-level role, perfect for someone with a genuine passion for hospitality who wants to learn the craft of fine dining service. As a Commis Waiter, you will support the senior front-of-house team during service, assisting in the smooth running of the restaurant while building knowledge of food, wine, and service etiquette. You’ll gain hands-on experience in a 3 Rosette fine dining environment and have the opportunity to develop your career in one of the most exciting hospitality teams in the Cotswolds. YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES Support the Chef de Rang and senior FOH team to ensure smooth, polished service Prepare and maintain the restaurant setup before each service, ensuring high standards of presentation Assist with polishing cutlery, glassware, and crockery, ensuring everything is immaculate for service Shadow senior colleagues to learn the craft of fine dining service, from presenting dishes to wine etiquette Anticipate the needs of your section and provide support promptly and efficiently Communicate with the kitchen and FOH team to maintain flow and timing of service Develop a knowledge of the menu, seasonal produce, and allergens to assist guests with confidence SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS Previous hospitality experience is beneficial, though not essential — full training will be provided A genuine enthusiasm for food, drink, and fine dining service A strong work ethic, with the ability to stay calm and organised under pressure Excellent communication and a team-player mentality A desire to learn, grow, and progress in a professional hospitality environment Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays PERKS & BENEFITS Discounts: A range of discounts on our products, treatments, and dining experiences from day one Volunteering Days: One paid day per year to volunteer with a charity of your choice Private Medical: Subsidised private medical insurance through Bupa Pension Scheme: Pay up to 9% of your salary into your pension each month; we contribute up to 4.5% Life Assurance: Cover equivalent to one year of your annual salary Mental Health Support: 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme

Responsibilities

The Commis Waiter will support the Chef de Rang and senior front-of-house team to ensure smooth and polished service, which includes preparing the restaurant setup and assisting with polishing tableware. Responsibilities also involve shadowing senior colleagues to learn fine dining service, anticipating guest needs, and communicating effectively between the kitchen and front-of-house teams.