Bar Waiting Staff

Bar & Waiting - New Pay rate max £13.45 from April 1st, Full or Part Time + Tips + 60% off meals + Permanent or Seasonal

Acquired by Hall & Woodhouse in February 2022, the Royal Lion is a beautiful coaching inn dating from 1601, a remarkable hidden gem within 100 yards of the fabulous beach at Lyme Regis. Situated in a bustling street it is the perfect base for tourists exploring the stunning Jurassic coast, and for locals to relax and enjoy great food and drink couched in warm Hall & Woodhouse hospitality.

The hotel offers a full range of guest facilities for short breaks or events with options for relaxed and more formal dining; and 33 individually styled rooms to make any stay at the Royal Lion truly memorable.

We’re growing our Front of House team and are looking for enthusiastic Bar & Waiting staff to join us. Whether you’re seeking permanent work or a seasonal role, we offer flexible full‑time and part‑time hours that fit around your life.

• Up to £12.60 per hour, rising to a maximum of £13.45 incremental from 1/4/26
• Boost your earnings with shared tips and performance rewards
• Great job security with consistent hours in a fun place to work
• A full package of lifestyle benefits in a business with sustainability at its core
• 60% off meals on duty
• Work in one of the area’s best venues and a Sunday Times Best Places to Work company
• A warm welcome from a friendly, supportive team
• Plenty of opportunity to advance and clear pathways to progress your career
• All the support you need to succeed

• A natural host who loves creating memorable moments that make people’s day
• Well presented and a confident communicator with an eye for detail
• A reliable team player committed to high standards
• Passionate about providing exceptional hospitality
• Able to reliably travel to and from the venue
• Looking for an employer who values commitment and talent

Experience in bar or waiting roles—especially in a busy food‑led environment—is an advantage, but not essential for the right person.

If you care about what you do, love working as part of a team, and want to grow in a busy, exciting, and rewarding environment, we’d love to hear from you.