Canteen Assistant

Service with a smile Ensuring all our teams are well fed is our #1 goal. Whether they be eating-in or taking-away, our teams are offered seasonal hot-food, salads and freshly-filled roles. Maintaining stock levels, upkeep of hygiene standards and adherence to the food safety standards are of high importance to ensure a smoothly-operated kitchen. 

If you love working in a close-knit team, have worked in a food service environment and are adaptable then this is the role for you

What we can offer

• A positive workplace environment with opportunities to develop both personally and professionally.
• Stay in shape with our complimentary use of our gym and wellbeing classes
• Look after your wellbeing with complimentary access to our Spa and swimming pools and our exclusive benefit of 50% of Spa Treatments.
• Enjoy shopping in both our shops on estate and online with 30% discount for all our colleagues and free delivery for any online purchases. 
• Discover exclusive perks with our Discounted hotel stays for staff, accompanied by a fantastic 30% discount at our restaurants.
• The opportunity to ensure your views are heard and shape the future of the business via our Employee Engine Room.
• Complimentary garden membership for the Newt and our partner gardens including the Eden Project, Kew Gardens and The Lost Gardens of Heligan
• Complimentary meal whilst on shift, created using fresh produce from our estate by our dedicated staff food chefs
• We value your hard work and recognise your achievements through our colleague recognition programme “Newt Awards” with the opportunity to achieve a variety of amazing rewards including a complimentary Hotel Stay.
• Support from our Employee Assistance Programme for both yourself and your family
• A team that knows how to have fun with regular team engagement activities including monthly Gather and Grow Motivational Speakers and our regular fun squad events, which include activities such as Go-Karting and Wine Tasting, to name but a few. 
• Up to 30 days annual leave each year for our full-time team

What we're looking for Skills and Experience

• Food safety and preparation
• Customer service
• Food service
• Strong communicator
• Good people skills 
• Food safety knowledge

Where you'll be working - Our Staff Food Team

Feeding our staff and maintaining excellent moral is a key part of the culinary world at the Newt. Our staff food department ensures the team are fed morning, noon and night Creative dishes, influenced by the estate and the seasons are at the heart of the department.

Who are we - The Newt in Somerset

Nestled within an expanse of rolling fields and steeped in ancient history, our luxury country estate stands as a haven of refined elegance, inviting guests to explore acres of captivating gardens, meandering pathways, and enriching exhibitions - accessible 364 days a year for our members. Our hotel extends a warm welcome, offering a home-away-from-home experience where impeccable service flourishes in an ambiance of unassuming sophistication. Beyond the estate, the Newt's essence remains tangible, with our Ecommerce teams delivering our finest products to homes, while media and membership endeavours keep them informed of our latest developments. Behind the scenes, a tapestry of talented teams - from Housekeeping to HR, Finance to Farming - collaborates harmoniously, crafting an unforgettable journey of growth, development, and innovation, where every contribution creates unparalleled experiences.

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