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We are looking for naturally friendly professionals to join our team and deliver great service.
We are delighted that you are thinking of joining us – we are always happy to hear from passionate and talented individuals looking to develop their career within our star studded team.
Our culture is one of empowerment and ownership and as such we will help you to develop and achieve the highest satisfaction from doing your job well and taking pride in the success of the business.
For it is you who will make the difference by giving our guests that extra special experience that they will always remember and return for more.
You, through your innovation and enthusiasm, will deliver the promise of satisfaction that we make to our guests.
Please view our current vacancies below, and before applying we ask you to take a moment to read our applicant privacy policy here.
Current vacancies
Hospitality Apprentice
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Could you be our next Hospitality Apprentice? We are currently accepting applications for our General Hospitality Apprenticeship Scheme, the perfect introduction to your new 5 star Hospitality career. You’ll have the opportunity to spend 12 months working your way around the hotel, learning across a variety of departments – First stop, Food & Beverage, where you will learn all about 5 star service and delivering top notch hospitality to our guests. You’ll get a feel for food preparation in the kitchen, then it’s on to housekeeping to learn how we prepare for guest arrival. You’ll have the opportunity to spend some time at reception or the spa, and for sure, you won’t be far from a special occasion, maybe a wedding, a party and of course Christmas!
We are partnered with HIT Hospitality Training to deliver a program that allows you to earn and learn! You’ll work full time (40 – 42.5 hours a week) and will be supported with on job training by industry experts, together with bi-monthly visits from your assigned HIT Trainer.
The minimum duration for this Level 2 apprenticeship is 12 months, allowing you plenty of time to work out which area of the business suits you best. Development opportunities are endless and continued progression could see you take on supervisory or managerial opportunities when the time is right!
If you have a passion for the best hospitality, with bags of drive and self-motivation, we look forward to hearing from you.
Please note: We are a Disability Confident committed employer.
In line with the Asylum & Immigration Act, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Head Therapist
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A new and exciting opportunity to join us as Head Therapist for our Aquarias Spa.
We are looking for an experienced and professional Head Therapist who will lead and develop our dedicated Spa Therapist team, delivering an outstanding Spa experience for our guests. You will define and develop a range of high quality treatments, products and services and maximise spa profitability through strong retail sales, promotions and stock control.
As Head Therapist, the ideal candidate will have a solid background in beauty, ideally at Head Therapist level within a similar luxury environment. Ideally the holder of a recognised level 4 beauty qualification, with great team leadership qualities, someone who is able to spot the opportunities and see the bigger picture, and who possesses strong communication and coaching skills.
Aquarias Spa is suitably equipped and beautifully designed. Facilities include: hydrotherapy pool, tepidarium, flotation pod, salt scrub and experience showers, steam rooms, infrared sauna, traditional sauna, gym and spa lounge. Our expert therapists craft world-class luxurious face and body treatments, using industry leading skin ranges Sothy’s and Gaia.
This is a full time role working 5 days out of 7 across a range of shifts, including weekends.
Please note: We are a committed Disability Confident employer.
In line with the Asylum & Immigration Act all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Spa Therapist
View description | Apply nowSpa Therapist
We are looking for a full-time Spa Therapist to join our wonderful Spa team, providing 5 star luxury treatments in Aquarias Spa.
We are looking for a qualified Spa Therapist, with a level 3 beauty qualification and experience from within a similar luxury environment. You’ll come with exceptional guest service and beauty treatment skills and have a positive and flexible approach to your work.
This is a full time role working 5 days out of 7 across a range of shifts, including weekends.
Aquarias Spa is suitably equipped and beautifully designed. Facilities include: hydrotherapy pool, tepidarium, flotation pod, salt scrub and experience showers, steam rooms, infrared sauna, traditional sauna, gym and spa lounge. Our expert therapists craft world-class luxurious face and body treatments, using industry leading skin ranges Sothy’s and Gaia.
Please note: We are a Disability Confident committed employer
In line with the Asylum & Immigration Act all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Spa Attendant
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A great opportunity to work with us as a full time Spa Attendant in our luxurious 5 star Aquarias spa, which as a member of the team you may have the chance to enjoy too.
The role : As Spa Attendant, you will provide our guests with the highest levels of hospitality and service throughout their experience and deliver excellence in spa housekeeping standards, ensuring cleanliness and attention to detail in all areas of the spa including public areas showers and toilets. You will also give spa tours, take orders for food and beverage, clear tables, prepare and stock up the spa lounge. You’ll complete pool testing too. Full training will be given. Hours will vary, to include weekend and evening working.
Skills and experience:
- A ready smile and great team spirit
- Good customer service skills
- A high level of personal presentation
Please note: we are a Disability Confident committed employer.
In line with Asylum & Immigration legislation, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UKÂ .
Spa Cleaner
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We are looking for a full time Spa Cleaner to join our small friendly team – working from 6am x 5 days out of 7 (some weekend working to be expected). With a keen eye for detail and an organised approach, you will take pleasure in cleaning our beautiful spa facilities to 5 star standards.
The role of Spa Cleaner involves the cleaning of our public areas (toilets/ showers corridors/ lifts), the sauna/ steam room and gym, our spa lounge and reception. You will also help with towel laundry. Experience not essential as we’ll give you great training and make you feel very welcome.
Please note: we are a Disability Confident committed employer.
In line with Asylum & Immigration legislation, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Kitchen Porter
View description | Apply nowKitchen Porter – Full time
We are looking for a Kitchen Porter to support our Kitchen and Food & Beverage teams. If you are not afraid to get your hands dirty and are looking for an active, practical, fast paced role, this may suit you – Some experience of working as a kitchen porter in a busy kitchen would ideally be useful, though not essential. Full training will be given.
In line with Asylum & Immigration legislation, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK
Chef de Partie
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We are looking for talented Chef de Partie with two years’ experience in a similar establishment You will either specialise in pastry or will be involved in our exciting new concept running in Grey’s, our second restaurant. Don’t miss this opportunity to join Ricki Weston and his dedicated team in our state-of-the-art kitchen as they continue to evolve our English Heritage menu.
Working a 4-day week, our team also benefit from birthday paid leave and unusually for this sector, quality time off at Christmas as we close for 3 days! Live in accommodation available for relocation.
The Role:
As Chef de Partie, you will be running a station, with the opportunity to collaborate across all our dining options, working closely with suppliers, offering an eclectic mix of chef menus, small plate concept and 5-star afternoon teas. With endless opportunities for personal growth and culinary development, we look to promote from within wherever possible – Typically around 20 internal promotions across the hotel per year.
Please note:Â We are a Disability Confident committed employer
In line with Asylum & Immigration legislation, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Chef de Rang
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Exciting new opportunity to join our award winning team at Whatley Manor as Chef de Rang supporting our food & beverage operation. Our ideal candidate will bring their Michelin or fine dining experience, providing impeccable service in either our Michelin starred restaurant The Dining Room, or Greys, where our guests enjoy small plate dining. You will demonstrate the flexibility and skills to support across all outlets and lounges as required. We are looking for significant food and wine knowledge and ideally a willingness for self-improvement, possibly someone who is currently enrolled in a WSET course or service scholarship.
The Role: As Chef de Rang, you will provide daily coaching and development of our commis team and look after our guests’ individual needs, providing them with the highest level of hospitality and service.
We are looking for:
- Michelin or fine dining experience from within a luxury hotel or similar property
- Superb guest service skills with a background of exceeding guest expectations
- Great product knowledge with the ability to coach and develop team members
- Excellent standard of written and spoken English
- An engaging personality, able to communicate at all levels
- Immaculate personal presentation
- Pride and precision in your work
- Flexibility – equally comfortable in all food & beverage outlets
Please note: we are a Disability Confident committed employer.
In line with Asylum & Immigration legislation, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK
Sommelier
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Do you have a passion for wine, cocktails, beers and beverage and have proven experience as Sommelier in a similar 5 star environment? If so, we would love to hear from you.
Our Sommelier will work as a key member of our Food and Beverage team to maintain cellar stock and maximize sales across all beverage outlets including Grey’s Restaurant, Bar and Lounge and our Michelin starred ‘The Dining Room’. As Sommelier at Whatley Manor, you will demonstrate a flexible approach, equally happy to work in the bar and lounge, supporting afternoon tea, as well as sharing your expertise in The Dining Room.
We are looking for a Sommelier who will wow our guests, demonstrating:
- A strong background working as a Sommelier in a Michelin setting
- Excellent guest service skills with a background of exceeding guest expectations
- A passion for great wines accompanied by an appetite to build and share knowledge
- You will understand the workings of a well managed cellar and demonstrate great attention to detail
- Extensive experience and a strong understanding of wine pairing
- Excellent standard of written and spoken English
- An engaging personality, able to communicate at all levels
- Immaculate personal presentation
- Above all, flexibility, equally comfortable in all food & beverage outlets
Please note:Â We are a Disability Confident committed employer.
In line with Asylum & Immigration legislation, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK
Breakfast Waiter/Waitress
View description | Apply nowBreakfast Waiter/Waitress
New and exciting opportunity to join us for Breakfast! As Breakfast Waiter/Waitress, you will bring your bright and cheerful personality to deliver our 5 star service standards and support our food and beverage operation. Shift times are generally between 6.30am – 4 pm. Full and part-time candidates will be considered.
The role:
As Breakfast Waiter/Waitress, you will bring an early morning smile and your cheery/friendly personality to serve our guests during breakfast service, taking ownership of their individual needs, providing the highest level of hospitality and service.
We are looking for:
- Previous food and beverage experience, ideally as waiter/waitress working in a luxury hotel or similar property
- Superb guest service skills with a background of exceeding guest expectations
- Great product knowledge
- Excellent standard of written and spoken English
- An engaging personality, able to communicate at all levels
- Immaculate personal presentation
- Pride and precision in your work
Please note: we are a Disability Confident committed employer.
In line with Asylum & Immigration legislation, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK
Head Bartender
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We are currently looking for a Head Bartender with a wealth of knowledge and experience to join our award winning team and support our Food and Beverage operation – Live in available for those relocating.
The role :
As Head Bartender you will bring individuality, hosting our Bar, Lounge and terrace areas, providing the warmest Whatley Welcome. You will offer a unique afternoon tea experience and provide a wide selection of food and drink options to our guests whilst leading and developing the team to deliver top notch hospitality. You will drive and maintain guest satisfaction, product quality and profitability.
We are looking for:
- Previous experience as Head Bartender working in a luxury hotel or similar property
- Superb guest service skills with a background of exceeding guest expectations
- Excellent product knowledge around cocktails, wines and spirits
- Afternoon tea experience preferred
- Commercial acumen with a proven track record in staff training and development, product knowledge and sales
- Excellent standard of written and spoken English
- An engaging personality, able to communicate at all levels
- Immaculate personal presentation
- Pride and precision in your work
Please note:Â We are a Disability Confident committed employer
In line with the Asylum & Immigration Act, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Experienced Gardener
View description | Apply nowExperienced Gardener
Fantastic opportunity for an experienced gardener with a qualification in horticulture (RHS/ NVQ level 2/3), to join a small, friendly team, maintaining and developing the beautiful 12 acre gardens of our renowned five star country house hotel. As one of our gardeners, you will be joining a hospitality team delivering a 5 star service to our guests – this applies equally in and around the house and gardens, so a friendly, flexible and adaptable guest facing disposition is essential for this role too.
The Role:
You will complete a wide range of garden tasks to a very high standard; from mowing and propagation to organic pest and disease control and giving tours to visitors, there really are no two days the same at Whatley Manor.
We are looking for a professional gardener, not only with a passion for plants, gardens, nature and the outdoors but also a public facing personality, familiar with the requirements of working in a prestigious public garden. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, good attention for detail, a rounded knowledge of plants, and experience competently operating a wide range of garden machinery. Experience and knowledge of organic production horticulture would also be desirable.
Most importantly, we are looking for a candidate who is eager to learn, develop, someone who will bring new and exciting ideas, specialist interests and horticultural best practice to the team.
Please note: We are a Disability Confident committed employer.
In line with the Asylum & Immigration Act all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Digital Communications & Social Media Manager
View description | Apply nowDigital Communications & Social Media Manager
We are currently recruiting for an innovative and driven Digital Communications & Social Media Manager. This is a full time role based on property.
Our ideal candidate will demonstrate a high level of digital literacy across CMS,CRM, social media tools and content creation platforms. You will be a highly creative thinker with a proactive approach to the role and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. You’ll be comfortable analysing data, turning insights into actions. You’ll be confident, polished and professional, representing a 5 star luxury brand. You will enjoy thinking outside of the norm and exploring new ways to tell a story through digital media. Your communication skills will be second to none.
The Role:
As Digital Communications & Social Media Manager you will lead the digital presence of Whatley Manor Hotel and Spa across all relevant platforms: You will develop and implement digital strategies that enhance visibility, drive engagement and contribute to the hotel’s commercial success.
Key responsibilities include managing the website, overseeing digital campaigns. CRM/database management and executing a compelling social media strategy, ensuring consistent brand messaging.
Please note: We are a Disability Confident committed employer.
In line with the Asylum & Immigration Act all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
To apply please use the form below or send your CV and covering letter to the Human Resources department humanresources@whatleymanor.com
We are always happy to receive speculative CV’s or if you are interested in a specific vacancy please call us to discuss further. We look forward to hearing from you soon.
Whatley Manor provides that unique opportunity for every employee to bring their own individual personality and a fresh perspective to what we do. You will find working here to be an exciting and rewarding challenge.
We firmly believe in working together and giving every individual the opportunity to contribute to the success of the business and share their ideas.
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From 24th - 26th December the Whatley Manor will be closed to non residents. If you need to contact us please send an email to reception@whatleymanor.com and one of the team will respond. Thank you