Restaurant and Bar Host

Do you enjoy creating relaxed, memorable experiences through thoughtful hospitality?

Are you naturally warm, organised and attentive, with a talent for creating memorable experiences?

We're looking for a Food & Beverage Host to join the team at Scarlet, where thoughtful hospitality, exceptional service and meaningful guest experiences are at the heart of everything we do.

At Scarlet, every detail matters. You'll help create a calm, welcoming atmosphere within our restaurant and lounge spaces, ensuring guests feel cared for from arrival through to departure. Working closely with the wider team, you'll help deliver the thoughtful hospitality we're known for.

If you enjoy working in a beautiful environment, thrive on building genuine connections and take pride in delivering exceptional hospitality, we'd love to hear from you.

• £12.71 per hour (up to £14.00 per hour with our Performance Boost Scheme) plus a share of hotel tips
• Performance Boost Scheme giving you the opportunity to increase your hourly rate based on performance and contribution
• Permanent contract
• 28 days holiday (increasing to 29 after your first year)
• Learning, development and progression opportunities
• Discounted food and drink across our hotels
• Long Service Awards, including a complimentary stay after your first year
• Health Shield Healthcare Plan
• Temporary team accommodation available (subject to availability)
• Team socials, recognition awards and wellbeing initiatives

At Red Hotels, we're passionate about creating exceptional experiences for our guests and an exceptional workplace for our people. You'll find supportive teams, opportunities to grow and a culture built on care, respect and authenticity.

As a Food & Beverage Host, you'll help ensure every guest receives a warm welcome and an outstanding dining experience.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Welcoming guests with warmth, confidence and genuine hospitality
• Managing reservations and coordinating seating plans to support smooth service
• Building strong knowledge of menus, drinks, specials and dietary requirements
• Supporting the restaurant team to deliver a seamless guest experience
• Communicating effectively with kitchen and front of house teams throughout service
• Responding to guest requests with care, professionalism and attention to detail
• Maintaining beautifully presented and inviting guest areas
• Helping create a calm, relaxed atmosphere, even during busy services
• Contributing to a positive team culture and supporting colleagues when needed

We're looking for someone who genuinely enjoys looking after people and takes pride in creating memorable moments.

You'll be:

• Friendly, confident and naturally welcoming
• Organised, proactive and able to juggle priorities
• Calm and professional in a busy environment
• A strong communicator with excellent people skills
• Detail-focused with high personal standards
• A supportive team player who enjoys working collaboratively
• Eager to learn, develop and grow within hospitality

Previous experience in hospitality, food and beverage, hosting or guest-facing roles would be an advantage, but attitude, personality and a passion for great service are just as important.

Perched above the Atlantic Ocean on Cornwall's dramatic north coast, Scarlet is an adults-only retreat designed around wellbeing, connection and thoughtful hospitality.

At Scarlet, hospitality is about more than service. It's about creating an atmosphere where guests feel comfortable, cared for and able to fully switch off and enjoy their experience.

Ready to create the warm welcome that sets the tone for an unforgettable stay? We'd love to hear from you.