Commis Waiter, The Wild Rabbit

**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.
- The on target earning potential for this role is £32,479.20 per annum based on a _**_45-hour _**_contract - comprising a base salary of £29,969.20, plus a qualified estimate of £3,510 in gratuities and service charge. Please note this role is paid hourly so this is a projected salary and OTE._

**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

**_ About gratuities & service charge:_**
- Gratuities are paid on a pro-rata basis.
- It is estimated that in 2025, our full-time employees can expect to receive in the range of £3,510 in addition to their annual salary.