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Hospitality Assistant - Bank

Retirement Villages Group · Saffron Walden · United Kingdom

Occupation
Office Manager / Assistant

Posted: 27/10/2026 · Last checked: 09/11/2026

Job description

Quoted in full from Retirement Villages Group's job posting. Gavroche does not edit it.

We are seeking a warm, friendly, and motivated Hospitality Assistant to join us here at Debden Grange Retirement Village, Saffron Walden. This is a Bank role covering sickness and holiday. You will play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional customer service, creating a welcoming atmosphere, and ensuring our residents, visitors, and customers have memorable experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver food, beverage, and retail services to RVG standards, maintaining a clean, safe, and hygienic environment.
  • Provide residents and visitors with a warm and professional welcome, anticipating and meeting their hospitality needs.
  • Handle enquiries, issues, and complaints courteously and efficiently, escalating when necessary.
  • Work effectively as part of the village team to deliver high-quality service and build strong relationships with residents.
  • Contribute ideas for improving menus, services, and operational processes.
  • Support the achievement of food and beverage revenue targets using established systems and processes.
  • Maintain and update personal skills, accreditations, and knowledge of industry best practices.

Skills and Qualities:

  • Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work as part of a team and build strong relationships
  • Strong organisational and time management skills
  • Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic attitude
  • Willingness to learn, adapt, and embrace continuous improvement

Values We Live By:

  • Age Well – Supporting residents to live their best lives
  • Community – Building a sense of belonging
  • Keep Improving – Always seeking better ways to work
  • Invest Wisely – Making responsible choices
  • Planet Positive – Reducing our environmental impact
  • One Team – Supporting each other to succeed

Experience and Qualifications:

  • Job-related experience desirable but not essential
  • Up to 1 year of general work experience delivering to standard

Why Join Us:
At RVG, you’ll be part of a team that values your contribution, supports your growth, and celebrates achievements while making a real difference to residents’ lives.

Collaboration & Teamwork

​If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

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