Apprentice Bar Staff

MARSTON'S PLC

Whitehaven (CA28 7DG)

Closes in 21 days (Monday 21 April 2025)

Posted on 28 March 2025


Summary

Be the first face our guests see and make a name for yourself in one of our pubs! We’re looking for a motivated individual to join our team as a Bar Apprentice – part of the team that is obsessed with creating great experiences for our guests.

Wage

£9,815 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course
Hospitality team member (level 2)
Hours
25 hours per week. Shift work including evenings and weekends, exact shifts to be confirmed

25 hours a week

Start date

Monday 28 April 2025

Duration

1 year 6 months

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you’ll do at work

We’re on the lookout for a new Bar Apprentice to join our team!

Make a name for yourself in our front of house team. Turn your hand to some new skills or polish up on some old ones. You’ll be part of a team delivering an experience that get’s our guests coming back for more. Plus, within a social and lively environment you’ll get to have a laugh along the way.

As part of our Bar team you’ll: Be the face of the pub, welcoming guests with a smile and looking after them throughout their visit. With a cheerful and enthusiastic energy, you’ll also –

* Help to create and maintain a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere
* Be knowledgeable when taking orders/ serving – upselling – our fantastic drinks
* Be passionate about providing brilliant customer service
* Care about the wider team, turning your hand to support wherever needed
* Gain people, marketing and operational skills whilst getting paid for it!
* Provide award winning training and apprenticeship opportunities, allowing you to grow and develop whilst achieving a long-term career (if that’s what you’re after)

Come as you are. Personality counts for more than anything else here. So, whether you’re an expert now, or you’re just starting out, we’ll accept you and celebrate you for being you.

What your apprenticeship includes:

* A blend of virtual and in person meetings with your Learning Coach every 4-6 weeks
* A hands on, practical approach to learning to ensure you are able to achieve your goals
* On the job and off the job training
* Functional skills in maths and English (if you haven't already achieved your GCSEs)

What you get from us: At the Whittington Cat we’re one big family. We put our people first, which is why we offer real benefits including:

* Up to 30% discount across high street retailers
* Scope to build your career and progress through our training and Apprenticeship programmes (including access to our innovative app).
* A friendly and lively atmosphere, working alongside passionate and diverse teammates

At the Whittington Cat, you will be working towards your Hospitality Team Member Level 2 Apprenticeship qualification over the course of 15 months.

We can’t wait to see what we can make happen together. The Whittington Cat could be the making of you.

Where you’ll work

21 Lowther Street
Whitehaven
CA28 7DG

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

LIFETIME TRAINING GROUP LIMITED

Your training course

Hospitality team member (level 2)

Equal to GCSE

Course contents

Your training plan

This training plan has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.

Requirements

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Team working

About this company

There’s nothing better than finding a favourite spot at your local. Whether you stand at the bar for a chat or prefer settling into a comfy chair with a pint, you’ll find everything you need at The Whittington Cat in Whitehaven. Come along for the catch ups, the familiar faces and maybe some friendly competition. What’ll it be - the usual?

After this apprenticeship

Marston’s offer ongoing training and support and actively encourage their employees to progress.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

LIFETIME TRAINING GROUP LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000312577.

Apply now

Closes in 21 days (Monday 21 April 2025)

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