Waiter/ss - The Angel Inn Pub - Casual
The Angel Inn
Food & Beverage Team Member – The Angel Inn
Up to £12.92 per hour plus tronc and benefits
Zero-hours contract, with flexibility needed for weekend working. Shifts may include evenings and bank holidays, within opening hours of 11am–11pm, Monday to Sunday. Based in Castle Cary.
Advert closes: Thursday 22nd October 2026 at 5pm
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An exciting new chapter for a local inn. Be part of its opening story.
Our Food & Beverage Team Member
Join the opening team at The Angel Inn, a new pub with rooms in the heart of Castle Cary, created by The Newt in Somerset. From pouring a perfectly served pint to welcoming guests for dinner or checking them into one of our three guest suites, you’ll help make every visit feel warm, relaxed and thoughtfully cared for.
Working across the bar, restaurant and guest accommodation, you’ll bring confident service, an eye for detail and a willingness to get involved wherever you’re needed. Ahead of opening, you’ll take part in training and soft testing, getting to know our menus, systems and service standards alongside your new colleagues. This zero-hours opportunity will suit someone who enjoys varied hospitality work and can offer flexibility, particularly at weekends.
Key Responsibilities
- Welcome guests and deliver warm, attentive service across the bar, restaurant and guest accommodation.
- Take food and drink orders, provide table service and prepare drinks, including coffees, draught beers, wines and cocktails.
- Process payments accurately and support restaurant bookings and guest check-in and check-out.
- Answer guest questions, respond to requests and refer more complex matters to the appropriate colleague.
- Keep bar and service areas stocked, including changing kegs and casks and completing beer-line cleaning.
- Maintain clean, organised spaces, including cleaning glassware, polishing cutlery and supporting pot wash when needed.
- Complete opening and closing duties and follow food hygiene, allergen and health and safety procedures.
- Take part in pre-opening training and work closely with kitchen, housekeeping and front-of-house colleagues to deliver a consistent guest experience.
What we can offer
- A complimentary staff meal each shift, helping you feel ready for the day ahead.
- Complimentary garden membership, with entry for up to six accompanying guests when you visit.
- Support for you and your partner or children through our wellbeing programme, including 24/7 remote GP appointments.
- Discounts at leading high-street brands.
- A team that knows how to have fun, with regular team events.
- Access to a portion of your earnings through Stream.
- 30% off across our restaurants and retail shops.
- Recognition for your contribution through our Newt Awards programme.
- 50% off hotel stays, subject to authorisation.
- 50% off spa treatments for you and one guest.
What we’re looking for
- A warm, welcoming approach and confidence building natural relationships with guests and colleagues.
- Bartending skills, including pouring draught beer and preparing alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and cocktails.
- Barista skills and the ability to prepare coffees consistently.
- Confidence changing kegs and casks safely and completing beer-line cleaning.
- Accurate order taking and payment handling, with training provided on our specific systems.
- An understanding of food hygiene, allergens and safe working practices.
- A positive, practical approach, with the ability to stay calm during busy service and support the wider team.
- Flexibility for weekend working, with availability for evening and bank holiday shifts.
Where you’ll be working
The Angel is a new pub with rooms in the heart of Castle Cary, created by The Newt in Somerset and shaped by the same respect for place, seasonality and thoughtful hospitality that runs through the estate. Rooted in the town and its community, The Angel will serve food and carefully chosen drinks, with ingredients drawn from The Newt in Somerset estate and trusted producers wherever possible. Alongside the pub, three individually designed guest suites provide accommodation in Castle Cary. The team works across food and beverage service and guest accommodation, collaborating closely with kitchen and housekeeping colleagues to maintain consistent standards throughout the guest experience.
Who are we – The Newt in Somerset
Nestled within an expanse of rolling fields and steeped in ancient history, our luxury country estate stands as a haven of refined elegance, inviting guests to explore acres of captivating gardens, meandering pathways, and enriching exhibitions - accessible 364 days a year for our members. Our hotel extends a warm welcome, offering a home-away-from-home experience where impeccable service flourishes in an ambiance of unassuming sophistication. Beyond the estate, the Newt's essence remains tangible, with our Ecommerce teams delivering our finest products to homes, while media and membership endeavours keep them informed of our latest developments. Behind the scenes, a tapestry of talented teams - from Housekeeping to HR, Finance to Farming - collaborates harmoniously, crafting an unforgettable journey of growth, development, and innovation, where every contribution creates unparalleled experiences.
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