Job Description

Heritage is for everybody, and we are here for heritage.



Heritage lives in places and people, memories and stories, artefacts and traditions. It can connect us all to the past, and to each other. It can make us happier, strengthen every community, and help shape society for the better. Everybody should be able to enjoy the benefits it brings.



That's why, as a charity, we care for over a million objects and hundreds of historic sites in every part of England, from international icons to local treasures. And it's why we open them up, share their stories and find new ways for everybody to enjoy, learn, play and create.



We are looking for a Assistant Food and Beverage Manager to join our team. The role is full time and permanent and you'll be working 36 hours per week.



The Benefits



Salary from 30,472, depending on skills, and experience 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays pro rata rising to 28 days after 3 years Matched pension contributions up to a maximum of 10% Flexible hours The opportunity to progress your career within the heritage sector Apprenticeship opportunities Subscriptions to professional bodies Free access to all English Heritage sites for you and up to 6 friends / family members 25% discount in our shops and cafes Enhanced Maternity/Paternity/Shared Parental leave Options to buy additional leave An inclusive working atmosphere where everyone from all backgrounds, religions and with different needs will be supported Opportunities to go to some of our great live music or history events

The Stonehenge cafe at the visitor centre is grab and go style and offers a range of hot and cold foods to the visitors. Weekend and bank holiday working is required, however, only one in three weekends is usually necessary.



Our cafe provides the social hub of this historic site and you will play a vital part in creating a warm and welcoming environment where our visitors can relax and enjoy high quality food.



What's more, as part of our charity bringing history to life, you'll be supported and encouraged to share your ideas, inspire others and make a difference to the way England's rich past is experienced.



As our Assistant Food and Beverage Manager you will support our Food & Beverage Manager to lead, train and coach the Stonehenge Food & Beverage team to deliver the highest standards of food, presentation, safety and customer service.



You will focus on building the capability of the team, driving results to ensure an outstanding customer experience is provided for all our visitors, whilst optimizing opportunities to generate income.



To be considered for the Assistant Food and Beverage Manager position, you will need:



Experience of working in a leadership role in a food and beverage operation. Be able to lead a team to deliver consistently high standards. Be comfortable generating profit by meeting revenue targets and controlling costs. Have experience of working to HACCP, Food Safety, allergen and labelling legislation, with a full understanding of health and safety in a food and beverage environment and a personal licence.

Interviews will be held on Tuesday 25th November at Stonehenge Visitor Centre.



If you would like to talk to us e.g. about workplace adjustments or working patterns, please contact Carl Smith, Food & Beverage Manager, on carl.smith@english-heritage.org.uk. No agencies please.

Find out more about us and what we do:

https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/about/ You can also meet some of our people and hear about why they enjoy working with us: https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/about/our-people/careers-with-us/



Everybody's welcome at English Heritage



Forget the stereotypes. It takes thousands of people from every background to care for England's heritage and open it up for everybody to enjoy. We're looking for every type of person with every kind of skill and experience, and we're committed to making sure that English Heritage is an equitable, diverse and inclusive place to work. You can connect with others through our EDI networks as a member or ally. These include Ethnic Diversity, Faith & Belief, Social Equity, LGBTQ+, Neurodivergence, Age, Disability and Gender Health and Wellbeing.



We take wellbeing seriously. We are committed to ensuring everyone feels safe at work and can carry out their role. To support this, we have a network of Mental Health First aiders, regular information and awareness events, unlimited access to an Employee Assistance Programme and work with our people to implement reasonable adjustments.