Front of House - The Royal Hotel

Job Posted: 2 March 2026

• Contract Term: Seasonal
• Location: Ventnor, Isle of Wight
• Contract Type: Full or part time
• Salary: Competitive rates of pay
• Industries: Catering, Hospitality & Bar

Vacancy: Front of House Staff (2+ years experience required) - The Royal Hotel

We are looking for seasonal staff to work in our bar and restaurant. The ideal candidates will have excellent communication skills and can work effectively within a team as well as independently. Experience is essential to the roles we are looking to fill, full job specific training will be given.

The Royal is well-known for being a valuable stepping stone for a successful future career in hospitality. We value team work and a family-style culture, and we are looking for the right people who are looking to be a part of our Royal family. Many of our staff have gone on to build their careers at The Royal Hotel.

About Geranium Restaurant

The Geranium Restaurant at The Royal Hotel has proudly held 2 AA Rosettes for over 30 years for its outstanding service and food. The restaurant has also won a Beautiful South Restaurant of the Year Award for 4 consecutive years and has recently been nominated for a Visit England Award. Our hospitality is highly praised by critics, including a 5-star rating from Matt and Cat’s Eating Out Guide. 

Key Responsibilities

• Have a passion for Food & Beverage and become an expert of our menus.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness both in front and back of house areas.
• Assist the Food & Beverage team in delivering the best experience for clientele.
• Demonstrate excellent communication with guests and colleagues.
• Engage with the vision of the hotel and actively improve what we have to offer.
• Lead and inspire junior staff.

What We Offer

At The Royal Hotel, we pride ourselves on creating a dynamic, engaging, and supportive work environment, where the team is encouraged to thrive and develop. 

• Competitive salary
• Shared monthly tips
• 28 days holiday per year
• Nest Pension Scheme
• A full training plan and induction
• Staff loyalty discount card
• Annual birthday meal voucher
• Discounted car ferry travel

Please note: We do not currently offer live-in arrangements. Permanent positions are dependent on a successful probation period.

Apply with a CV and cover letter to Senior Operations Manager at [email protected] . Note that applications without CV and cover letter may not be considered, and applications may be assumed unsuccessful if no contact is made a week beyond the adverts closing date.