Join us?
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
Chef De Partie
View description | Apply nowChef De Partie
We are looking for a Chef de Partie with two years experience in a similar establishment to join our dedicated team.
Our Kitchen Story- In our extensive kitchens we are working hard to produce not only the next generation of some of the country’s most versatile individuals but also ultimate hospitality ambassadors. With an emphasis on one team, our chefs have the opportunity to collaborate across all of our dining options, working very closely with our suppliers, offering an eclectic mix of chef menus, more informal dining menus and 5 star afternoon teas.
If you are looking for your next step, we would love to hear from you.
In line with the Asylum & Immigration Act, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Kitchen Porter
View description | Apply nowKitchen Porter
We are looking for a full time 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 pace role, this may suit you – Some experience of working as a kitchen porter in a busy kitchen would be useful, although not essential. Full training will be given.
In line with the Asylum & Immigration Act, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Assistant Food & Beverage Manager
View description | Apply nowAssistant Food and Beverage Manager
We are looking for a commercially aware Assistant Food and Beverage Manager with superb people management skills to support our Food and Beverage operation. As Assistant Food and Beverage Manager of a high end property, this is a key role supporting the day to day leadership & development of our teams in our Michelin Starred ‘The Dining Room’, Grey’s Restaurant and Bar whilst also overseeing conference and events facilities.
Skills and experience required:
- Commercially strong with relevant experience working in a similar high end property
- Experience of Michelin star service
- Excellent guest service skills with a background of exceeding guest expectations
- Strong knowledge of the hospitality industry
- Current experience developing a strong team of waiters and floor staff
- Be able to deliver total passion and commitment to excellence with maximum attention to detail
- Excellent standard of written and spoken English
- Excellent communication and organisation skills
- Strong coaching & performance management skills
- High level of personal presentation and self confidence
In line with the Asylum & Immigration Act, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Grey's Restaurant Manager
View description | Apply nowGrey’s Restaurant Manager
Exciting new opportunity to join our team as Restaurant Manager, leading and developing a small friendly team in our Grey’s Restaurant, using your natural people management skills to deliver 5* service standards and taking our dining experience to the next level.
Skills and experience required:
- Commercially strong with relevant experience working in a similar high end property
- Excellent guest service skills with a background of exceeding guest expectations
- Strong knowledge of the hospitality industry
- Ability to deliver total passion and commitment to excellence with maximum attention to detail
- Excellent standard of written and spoken English
- Excellent communication and organisation skills
- Strong coaching & performance management skills
- High level of personal presentation and self confidence
In line with the Asylum & Immigration Act, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Bartender
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Previous experience as Bartender working in a luxury hotel or similar property
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Superb guest service skills with a background of exceeding guest expectations
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Excellent product knowledge around cocktails, wines and spirits
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Afternoon tea experience preferred
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An ability to share your expertise with others
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Excellent standard of written and spoken English
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An engaging personality, able to communicate at all levels
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Immaculate personal presentation
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Pride and precision in your work
In line with the Asylum & Immigration Act, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Experienced Waiter/ Waitress
View description | Apply nowExperienced Waiter/ Waitress
Do you have a passion and flair for excellent guest service? We are currently recruiting experienced waiting staff to work in our 5 star luxury hotel. Ideally you will bring experience from working in a similar property and have immediate and flexible availability.
This role primarily involves supporting the food and beverage team during breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea service, providing first class service to our guests.
If this sounds like the opportunity you are seeking, we look forward to hearing from you.
In line with the Asylum & Immigration Act, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Room Attendant
View description | Apply nowRoom Attendant
We are looking for a Room Attendant to join our small friendly Housekeeping Team. With a keen eye for detail and an organised approach, you will take pleasure in preparing and servicing our luxurious guestrooms for guest arrival. The role also involves cleaning of our public areas and laundry duties.
Experience not essential as we’ll give you great training and make you feel very welcome.
We look forward to hearing from you.
In line with the Asylum & Immigration Act, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Housekeeping Supervisor
View description | Apply nowHousekeeping Supervisor
We are looking for the ideal candidate to support our dedicated housekeeping team. As Housekeeping Supervisor, you will ideally have a 5 star hospitality background, but certainly a keen eye for detail, immaculate standards and with your excellent communication skills, the ability to lead, train and supervise our housekeeping team to deliver exceptional 5 star standards across the hotel, be it in our incredibly well appointed guest rooms or in our stunningly beautiful public areas.
If this sounds like your next opportunity, we look forward to hearing from you.
In line with Asylum & Immigration legislation, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK
Assistant Head Housekeeper
View description | Apply nowAssistant Head Housekeeper
We are looking for an experienced Assistant Head Housekeeper to support our Head Housekeeper, leading and developing our dedicated in-house team whilst delivering exceptional 5 star standards be it in our beautiful guest rooms or in our stunning public spaces.
You will ideally have a 5 star hospitality background, having worked in a similar property. You will be very much tuned in to the needs of our discerning clientele, driving standards of presentation and cleanliness throughout the hotel. You will be a hands–on manager, leading from the front, able to coach and develop the team to deliver exceptional 5 star standards, sharing your unquestionable eye for detail.
If this sounds like you, we would be delighted to hear from you.
In line with Asylum & Immigration legislation, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK
Senior Gardener
View description | Apply nowSenior Gardener – Full time
Are you looking to work in a large Arts and Crafts style Garden that’s driving sustainable garden practices alongside delivering great customer experiences? If so we are looking for a Senior Gardener to work within a small team managing and developing the gardens at Whatley Manor Hotel & Spa, a 12-acre garden set in the beautiful Wiltshire countryside.
The job will entail working closely with the Head Gardener to manage a range of garden areas from formal Rose Garden, water features, the meadows and Kitchen Garden.
You will need experience of a range of garden machinery, of working in a similar size garden and co-ordinating a team’s work. You will have demonstratable experience of working in an environmentally conscious way and be a people person, happy to share your knowledge and time with the guests. Alongside RHS Level 2 or equivalent.
If this sounds like the opportunity you are looking for, we would love to hear from you.
In line with Asylum & Immigration legislation, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK
Spa Therapist
View description | Apply nowSpa Therapist – Full or part-time
We currently have openings for qualified Spa Therapists either full or part-time to join our super friendly team, providing 5 star luxury treatments in Aquarias Spa.
Aquarias Spa is suitably equipped and beautifully designed. Facilities include: hydrotherapy pool, tepidarium, floatation 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 Gaia and Sothys.
If this sounds like the opportunity you are looking for, we would love to hear from you.
To apply please use the form below or to apply in writing send your CV 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.
Keep in touch
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