We are looking for a Manager to join our experienced Senior Management Team here at The Village Restaurant & Blakemere Village Social, with in excess of 50 staff across our two sites (both located at Blakemere), we are looking for an individual with proven leadership skills and impeccable communication skills. The ideal candidate will have a thirst for knowledge and a desire to progress, to join our growing team. Managers are critical to our business - ensuring that our customers have a first-class dining experience and overseeing an effective and strong team. The role would include, but is not limited to: • Day-to-day running of the restaurant and leading shifts • Ensuring our customers receive a high level of service • Creating rotas • Cash handling and financial reporting • Assisting with the recruitment and training of staff • Liaising with the Kitchen Manager to ensure and meet our high standards • Working alongside our other Managers and Supervisors collaboratively • Carrying out daily checks on cleanliness within the restaurant • Placing orders with suppliers • Keeping track of stock levels • Assisting the Directors with the growing of the business Our ideal candidate: • A strong and motivated team leader • Relevant industry and management experience is essential (at least previous experience as a Supervisor) • Sound knowledge of restaurant operations • Excellent communication skills • Proven ability to strive for outstanding customer service • A hard worker who takes pride in their work • Excellent problem solving-skills • A personal licence holder is desirable, although not essential Job outline: Full-time (5/7 days per week), permanent to start as soon as possible Benefits: • Excellent rates of pay • Tips to supplement wage • Free food during break • Staff socials and rewards • 50% staff discount (excl. alcohol) - when not on shift • Opportunity to progress within the business (e.g., assisting with the running of events)

We are looking for several Chefs to join our growing team here at Blakemere across our two sites (both located at Blakemere). We operate a licensed restaurant and several individual catering outlets on site. We cater for events and festivals and take pride in supporting local businesses. You can find us down at the Cheshire Polo Club during practise or weekend competitions. The Village Restaurant and Coffee Bar is a beautiful, licensed venue, serving home cooked meals alongside daily specials, all set within relaxed surroundings. We are looking for motivated, passionate individuals to join our busy Kitchen team as a Chef. You will be expected to work alongside colleagues to prepare, cook and present food with the aim of delivering an excellent and efficient customer experience. We are a family restaurant based on a busy tourist attraction with a touring park that serves excellent British food. The majority of hours are daytime with some evenings over school and bank holidays. Experience as a Chef is essential. If you have a passion for food and the skills required, then please contact us. Job outline: Full-time and part-time roles available (5/7 days per week: 9-5pm with occasional late nights during events), permanent to start as soon as possible Benefits: • Excellent rates of pay • Day-time hours (9-5pm) • Tips to supplement wage • Free food during break • Staff socials and rewards • 50% staff discount (excl. alcohol) • Opportunity to progress within the business (e.g., catering for large events at Cheshire Polo, Weddings and Corporate events) Apply here (https://www.blakemerevillagesocial.com/apply)

We are looking to recruit several Catering Assistants to join our team here at Blakemere across our two sites (both located at Blakemere). Your role will involve assisting our Kitchen team in the preparation of food and general tasks in the kitchen. We operate a licensed restaurant and several individual catering outlets on site. We cater for events and festivals and take pride in supporting local businesses. You can find us down at the Cheshire Polo Club during practise or weekend competitions. The Village Restaurant and Coffee Bar is a beautiful, licensed venue, serving home cooked meals alongside daily specials, all set within relaxed surroundings. We are looking for motivated, passionate individuals to join our busy Kitchen team. You will be expected to work alongside colleagues to prepare, cook and present food with the aim of delivering an excellent and efficient customer experience. We are a family restaurant based on a busy tourist attraction with a touring park that serves excellent British food. The majority of hours are daytime with some evenings over school and bank holidays. Experience is preferred, but not essential. Job outline: Full-time and part-time roles available (5/7 days per week: 9-5pm with occasional late nights during events), permanent to start as soon as possible Benefits: • Excellent rates of pay • Day-time hours (9-5pm) • Tips to supplement wage • Free food during break • Staff socials and rewards • 50% staff discount (excl. alcohol) • Opportunity to progress within the business (e.g., catering for large events at Cheshire Polo, Weddings and Corporate events) Apply here (https://www.blakemerevillagesocial.com/apply)

We are recruiting strong front of house members here at Blakemere Village Social Your role: As a waiter/waitress, you will play an essential part in our guests’ journey. It is our front of house team that ensure service is smooth and efficient and working hard to create a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere for customers. Responsibilities: • Taking customer's orders at their table • Delivering food and drink to the customer’s table • Clearing customer’s tables of empty glasses and used and dirty crockery • Keeping customer’s tables clean and clear • Handling all guest questions and requests effectively • Assisting with start of shift set-up and end of shift close-down • Having full knowledge of the site including floor plans, directions, opening times, menus, events and contact information • We work in a fast-paced environment. It is expected that you work with a sense of urgency and take pride in the levels of service that you are giving both to our customers and to our vendors. • Ensuring you check the shift plan and locating your section for the shift • Working alongside the team to cover sections when busy • Covering at both venues where necessary What we’re looking for in you: • Experience preferred, but not necessary • Able to work well under pressure • Excellent problem-solving skills, adaptable and flexible. • Someone who takes pride in themselves and their work • Must be flexible to work evenings & weekends • A hard worker! Job Types: Part-time (Friday, Saturday & Sunday) Our Venues: We operate two venues here at Blakemere: The Village Restaurant and Blakemere Village Social. You will have the opportunity to work in both venue that offer a different experience: • The Village Restaurant is a beautiful, licensed venue, serving home cooked meals alongside daily specials, all set within relaxed surroundings. • Blakemere Village Social is a lively venue with expansive cocktail menu and food outlets, live entertainment (DJ & saxophone/bongos) and several events throughout the year. We also cater and provide bars for weddings and events (both off and on-site) and at Cheshire Polo Club, transport to venues off-site will be provided where necessary. Benefits: • Competitive rates of pay • Tips • 50% staff discount • Free food on shift • Staff social and rewards • Extra hours available across our other venue here at Blakemere Apply here (https://www.blakemerevillagesocial.com/apply)

We are recruiting strong Bar staff here at Blakemere Village Social Your role: Speedy and efficient bar service is paramount to guest experience, you must be able to work in a fast-pace environment both individually and as a member of the team. Responsibilities: • Efficient bar service: preparation of drinks (including cocktails) received via our order system (digital screen) • Directing waiters/waitresses when serving drinks • Knowledge of the drinks and cocktail menu • Handling all guest questions and requests effectively • Assisting with start of shift set-up and end of shift close-down • Having full knowledge of the site including floor plans, directions, opening times, menus, events and contact information • We work in a fast-paced environment. It is expected that you work with a sense of urgency and take pride in the levels of service that you are giving both to our customers and to our vendors. • Ensuring you check the shift plan and locating your section for the shift • Working alongside the team to cover sections when busy • Covering at both venues where necessary What we’re looking for in you: • Experience preferred, but not necessary • Able to work well under pressure • Excellent problem-solving skills, adaptable and flexible. • Someone who takes pride in themselves and their work • Must be flexible to work evenings & weekends • A hard worker! • Must be 18+ years old Job Types: Part-time (Friday, Saturday & Sunday) Our Venues: We operate two venues here at Blakemere: The Village Restaurant and Blakemere Village Social. You will have the opportunity to work in both venue that offer a different experience: • The Village Restaurant is a beautiful, licensed venue, serving home cooked meals alongside daily specials, all set within relaxed surroundings. • Blakemere Village Social is a lively venue with expansive cocktail menu and food outlets, live entertainment (DJ & saxophone/bongos) and several events throughout the year. We also cater and provide bars for weddings and events (both off and on-site) and at Cheshire Polo Club, transport to venues off-site will be provided where necessary. Benefits: • Competitive rates of pay • Tips • 50% staff discount • Free food on shift • Staff social and rewards • Extra hours available across our other venue here at Blakemere Apply here (https://www.blakemerevillagesocial.com/apply)

We are recruiting two Event Staff to work at Cheshire Polo Club ahead of the 2023 season, fulfilling the following shifts (split between two staff): • Tuesday: 3pm - 8pm • Thursday: 3pm - 8pm • Saturday: 9am - 5pm • Sunday: 9am - 5pm Your role: Operate the food/drink outlet within the members' area. Responsibilities: • Basic chef skills • Preparing sandwiches • Frying chips • Manual handling • Opening and closing procedures • Welcoming and efficient customer service • Cash handling What we’re looking for in you: • Experience preferred, but not necessary • Able to work well under pressure • Excellent problem-solving skills, adaptable and flexible. • Someone who takes pride in themselves and their work • A hard worker! • Must be 18+ years old Expected start date: April 2023 Job Types: Part-time (shifts listed above) Benefits: • Competitive rates of pay • Tips • 50% staff discount • Free food on shift • Staff social and rewards • Extra hours available across our other venues here at Blakemere Apply here (https://www.blakemerevillagesocial.com/apply)

Looking to earn a bit of extra money? We a recruiting a staff to assist with upcoming events, both here at Blakemere Village Social and at Cheshire Polo Club during their upcoming season. Your role: To work on events both on-site at Blakemere, at Cheshire Polo Club and for private clients. Responsibilities: • Bar work • General front of house staff • Waiting on tables • Greeting and seating guests • Member of a group chat and able to pick up adhoc shifts if/when available/required What we’re looking for in you: • Experience preferred, but not necessary • Excellent problem-solving skills, adaptable and flexible. • Someone who takes pride in themselves and their work • 18+ years old • A hard worker! Expected start date: N/A Job Types: Events/Temps Benefits: • Competitive rates of pay • Tips • Event work/access • Free food on shift Apply now (https://www.blakemerevillagesocial.com/apply)