INTRODUCTION

• Start an exciting new chapter in an established pub in a great village location.  It’s a super opportunity to enjoy being part of a great team in this new venture and we will give the set up and backing for success.  The Red Lion in Madley is a gorgeous Listed building with woodburners and timber beams, right in the heart of the village on the edge of a stunning rural location.
• As owners, we are a local family with two young children that cares about making this venture a success for our local community and for all the brilliant holiday homes in the area too.  We know most of the farming base across Herefordshire and so will have excellent connections to source the best local and seasonal produce.
• You will be part of a wider, highly experienced, energetic team with a great support network, fantastic marketing and a huge network to reach out to build a superb and loyal customer base.  We treat our staff as part of our extended family and have already successfully created a number of businesses across the area.
• This is a stunning building, with a huge history but an even more exciting future in the heart of this large and popular village.  Our local community are really supportive and excited to see The Red Lion re-open this Summer after our renovations.

CHEF

• To assist Head Chef and other team members to ensure the smooth running of the catering operation
• To deputise for the Head Chef on their days off
• To adhere to all Health and Safety legislation
• To produce fresh food to recipes and presentation styles
• To assist with specials and menu planning
• To maintain portion size to ensure financial targets are met
• To help to reduce food wastage
• To main a clean and tidy workplace at all times

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Previous experience in a fast led fresh food establishment
• Level 2 NVQ or equivalent qualifications or experience
• Ability too main a calm demeanour under pressure
• Team player, willing to join in and assist others within the team

BENEFITS

• Competitive Starting salary of £13.50 per hour on a minimum of 35 hours per week (£24,570pa).  Realistically 40 hours
• 2 consecutive days off
• Pay review after 3 months
• £350.00 signing bonus paid after 3 months service
• Live in accommodation possible for the right applicant
• Monthly/fortnightly pay
• Brand new kitchen

KITCHEN PORTER

Are you looking for a new challenge in a brand new kitchen with all the latest equipment or looking to begin a career in hospitality?  If you have the below qualities we would love to hear from you.

EXPERIENCE

• Previous experience not required but beneficial
• Can do attitude, willing to follow instructions and specification sheets to adhere to the company Health & Safety and Cleaning Policies
• Willingness to learn
• Be methodical and pay attention to detail with cleaning tasks

QUALITIES

• Able to work professionally with a can do attitude.
• Eager to learn and be an important part of small close knit team
• Positive and happy attitude a must
• Ability to stay calm under pressure

NOTES

• Weekend and evening availability
• Own transport essential due to location

BENEFITS

• 20-25 hours per week (could be job shared)  4 evenings per week plus daytime on weekends
• Remuneration above the living wage
• Monthly / fortnightly pay
• Equal share of tips
• Be a part of a diverse locally renowned company
• Career progression

ASSISTANT RESTAURANT MANAGER

We’re currently looking for a passionate restaurant manager to join our team at the newly refurbished Red Lion in Madley. This individual needs to be a team player who has a keen interest in food and the independent restaurant scene.

The FOH team is the face of our business, and needs to take pride in their role, ensuring that they go above and beyond in order to provide our customers with a lasting impression.

Maintaining impeccable standards across all areas of the restaurant and supporting the general manager at all times is essential.

WORKING AT THE RED LION

• Step into the restaurant with a smile on your face and a skip in your step
• Make each and every guest’s day by delivering consistently delicious food, providing a great customer experience every time
• Be a team player – you’re the first to roll up your sleeves and pitch in whenever necessary
• Team spirit and high commitment level

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• Excellent customer service skills
• Previous knowledge of stock control and ordering duties
• Excellent time management and prioritizing, ability to work under pressure
• Training and motivating staff
• Fully accountable for smooth service and cleanliness of the restaurant
• Great attention to and love for detail & a high standard of service

BENEFITS

• Part of a new venture, great new team with huge energy and drive for success
• Competitive salary circa £25,000-£27,000 plus tips
• 2 consecutive days off
• Live in accommodation available for right person

KITCHEN ASSISTANT

Are you an experienced kitchen assistant looking for a new challenge in a brand new kitchen with all the latest equipment or looking to begin a career in hospitality?  If you have the below qualities we would love to hear from you.

EXPERIENCE

• Previous experience within a commercial kitchen keeping area clean and tidy, washing up and following a cleaning schedule
• Can do attitude, willing to follow instructions and specification sheets to adhere to the company Health & Safety and Cleaning Policies
• Willingness to learn and assist the kitchen team with basic prep jobs, developing new skills and growing as an individual.
• Be methodical and pay attention to detail with cleaning tasks

QUALITIES

• Able to work professionally with a can do attitude.
• Eager to learn and be an important part of small close knit team
• Positive and happy attitude a must
• Ability to stay calm under pressure

NOTES

• Weekend and evening availability
• Own transport essential due to location

BENEFITS

• 30-40 hours per week (could be job shared)
• Remuneration above the living wage
• Monthly / fortnightly pay
• Equal share of tips
• Be a part of a diverse locally renowned company
• Career progression
• Pay review after 3 months

HOUSEKEEPING TEAM

An interesting and varied role including: Cleaning, Laundry, Ironing, Organising Stocks.

Are you an experienced cleaner who would like a more varied and interesting role?  Do you have a great eye for detail and like working in lovely buildings and with a super team.  We have a range of holiday homes, a pub (and soon to be B&B rooms and event space) and a converted barn used as an office that all need regular cleaning plus the associated tasks of laundry, ironing and re-stocking the items such as hand wash, toilet rolls, washing up liquid, tea & coffee etc.

EXPERIENCE

• Previous experience of cleaning to a 5* standard
• Can do attitude, willing to follow instructions
• Be methodical and pay attention to detail with tasks
• Ideal if also have experience with any of the following: hot tub maintenance, ironing, laundry, holiday lets, pub cleaning
• Working alone and in a team

QUALITIES

• Able to work as part of a small team with a can do attitude.
• Eager to learn and be an important part of small close knit team
• Ability to stay calm under pressure
• Organised and efficient and perfectionistic

NOTES

• Some weekend availability needed (approx 2 hours each on Saturday and Sunday mornings) but this may be able to be done on a shared rota amongst a team
• Own transport essential due to location
• Fridays are needed each week 4-6 hours approx 9-10 until 3-4pm
• Mon – Thurs hours to be confirmed but 2-6 hours most days available in normal working hours
• Some flexibility appreciated due to the nature of holiday let bookings

BENEFITS

• Remuneration above the living wage £12 per hour on an employed basis
• 20 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata if not full time)
• Min 30 hours per week – could be job shared
• Monthly pay
• Be a part of a diverse locally renowned company
• Lovely team, gorgeous buildings to work in, positive atmosphere
• Additional hours may be available

CASUAL STAFF

We will need some members of our team on a casual basis for waiting service, some kitchen assistance and housekeeping.  Ideally we are looking for 18+, local people who would like to work with our fabulous team on our busy shifts at The Red Lion.  We will look to arrange a date in early July to invite anyone interested in these roles to meet us for an initial discussion. Please do email info@redlionmadley.co.uk with your CV and an outline of what days / hours you may be available.

OTHER OPPORTUNITIES – PLEASE ENQUIRE:

• Kitchen Porter
• Cleaning Team
• Waiting Team