oakbarnrestaurant.co.uk
The Oak Barn is currently one of the Top-Rated Fresh Food Restaurants in Sussex. It is a Privately Owned, Family Run, 150 Cover Restaurant & Bar, situated close to Haywards Heath & Burgess Hill.
If you are a dynamic individual with a personality to wow our guests, someone that enjoys new challenges & enjoys a fast-paced environment.
Our freshly made Rosette standard, seasonal menu, is the key to our business. It features modern British cuisine that combine the classics alongside more contemporary dishes.
We also organise many events throughout the year, as well as cater for large group bookings, buffets & weddings.
Why Work for The Oak Barn:

• Excellent Pay & Bonuses / Family Run Business
• Fantastic Tips / Flexible Shifts
• 18 Free Hospitality Training Courses / No Two Days Are the Same
• Great Training & Progression Prospects / Great Lifestyle Balance
• A Relaxed & Fun Atmosphere /* Free Meals /* Weekly Pay

Oak Barn Training, Courses & Progression Prospects:
FREE STARTER, INTERMEDIATE & ADVANCED COURSES (in house & offsite)

• Cocktail Making /* Restaurant Server Training / *Marketing Training
• Wine Training / Bartending Training / Food Runner Training
• Social Media Training / Customer Service Training / Barista Training
• Coffee Art Training / Host Training / Kitchen Expediter Training
• Multiple Plate Carrying Training / Menu & Recipe Training
• Marketing Training / Cellar Management /
• Profit Margin Training / Costing & GP Training

Starter Training Courses are part of your Induction.
Advanced Training Courses - They are included as part of your progression prospects if required to advance to more experienced positions such as Team Leader, Supervisor, Head Waitress, Managerial Roles etc.
Shifts Examples:

• 40-45hrs a week made up of 8 shifts
• Food served: Mon - Sat: 12pm-3pm & 6pm-9pm / Sun: 12pm-7pm
• Day shift: 11.30am - 4pm
• Evening shift: 5.30pm - Close 10.30-11pm (approximatively - so no late lockups)

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Greet customers & provide excellent customer service
• Take food & beverage orders accurately & deliver to customers
• Answer questions about our menus & make recommendations
• Cash handling, keep track of receipts & gratuities, cashing up at the end of the business day
• Opening & closing the business
• Support the Senior Management team in daily operations and decision making
• Maintain high standards of quality control, hygiene, health & safety standards
• Training our waiting staff to a high standard & maintain these standards
• Hosting & expediting shifts to ensure smooth running
• Help organise special events
• Create & post social media content
• Setting tables & rearranging the dining area to accommodate for larger bookings/special occasions

Experience:
· Previous experience in a restaurant or kitchen environment is desirable.
· Knowledge of food safety practices and culinary techniques is advantageous.
· Strong team management skills with the ability to motivate and lead a team effectively.
· Excellent organisational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting.
· A proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £35,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Additional pay:

• Bonus scheme
• Loyalty bonus
• Performance bonus
• Tips
• Yearly bonus

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Store discount

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Application question(s):

• Do you have your Own Vehicle to travel to the Oak Barn Restaurant & Bar located in

Burgess Hill? (as there is no public transport nearby)

• How far away do you live from The Oak Barn Restaurant (RH15 8RE)?
• Would you like to participate in any of the 18 FREE training courses?
• How many years of experience do you have in hospitality?

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (preferred)

Work Location: In person