F&B Assistant, Bell

Overview

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

Weekly pay planned from October 2025

HOURS: 45 hours including weekends

ABOUT US The Bell in Charlbury is a laidback yet sophisticated modern British pub settled in a 17th Century Cotswolds building. Known as a hidden gem, it offers a warm, family-friendly space that opens into a dining experience focused on quality.

With 13 beautifully appointed rooms and visually stunning food with vibrant organic seasonal ingredients from Daylesford Farm, The Bell combines comforting dishes with culinary flair
. Deeply rooted in the community, it regularly hosts events and workshops in collaboration with local organisations.

Under the guidance of Nathan Walker-Unwin
—an integral figure in the opening of two acclaimed Daylesford pubs—The Bell fosters a culture where every team member is valued and every guest is welcomed like family
.

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.

• Ensure the restaurant, pub and private dining spaces (depending on where the need is) are set up for every meal period, respecting the restaurant-specific standards.
• Delivering outstanding guest service by exceeding guest expectations.
• Have a thorough knowledge of all dishes and beverages on the menu, being able to bring them “to life” in conversation with guests, and be aware of all potential allergens.
• Keep a constant attentive eye on the timing and flow of service at your tables, highlighting any delays to your manager.
• Ensure all bills presented to the guests are correct and are cashed off correctly.
• Bring our purpose to life by driving meaningful social and environmental improvements, contributing to our journey as a B Corp, and aligning with our sustainability vision.
• Inspire and empower our customers, suppliers, and partners to live and work more consciously, creating a lasting positive impact on the world.

• Excellent Customer Service:
  Friendly, attentive, and professional interaction with guests to ensure a positive dining experience.
• Strong Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Clearly relay orders to the kitchen and answer customer questions about the menu, specials, or dietary concerns.
• Multitasking & Efficiency:
  Handle multiple tables, manage time well, and stay organized during busy shifts.
• Knowledge of Food & Beverage:
  Familiarity with menu items, ingredients, and pairings to make recommendations and upsell effectively.
• Teamwork & Reliability:
  Collaborate with kitchen staff and fellow servers, while showing up on time and maintaining a dependable work ethic.

• Discounts:
  We offer a range of discounts on our products, treatments, and dining experiences from day 1.
• Volunteering Days:
  Employees are offered one paid day per year to volunteer with a charity of their choice.
• Private Medical:
  We offer 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:
  We offer life assurance cover, equivalent of up to a year of your annual salary.
• Mental Health Support:
  Our Employee Assistance Programme provides 24-hour support, seven days a week.

* 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.