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Join our work family in this magical, unique and glamourous hotel set on the beautiful Devon coast.
Burgh Island Hotel is a bucket list destination for most of our guests. They come here to celebrate the milestones in their lives, anniversaries, weddings, birthdays, health and being in love. If you work with us you will spend every day making dreams come true.
What better purpose to have in life than bringing happiness to others? Well, we can make that happen for you if you join our team.
Our raison d’etre is to give our guests the exquisite experience of staying at their friend’s opulent holiday villa by the sea in the height of the roaring 20s – fun, frolic and frills! We are the dedicated and loved house staff who remember them from previous visits and shower them with attention and ensure that when they leave to go back to their ordinary lives they are replenished, fulfilled and carrying the magic of
Burgh in their hearts.
We are a family, and we are dedicated to looking after you as much as you are to looking after our guests.
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Burgh Recognition and Development
We have a Star of the Month award which is given to those in our team who have lived our values and who been outstanding in their role as an employee and colleague.
We also have Annual awards which take place during our annual January company get-together.
If you want to progress your career, we will work with you through our annual development programme to ensure that you are working towards your goals with our support through coaching and accredited training programmes
Burgh Wellbeing
Discounted staff accommodation is available with beautiful common areas (subject to availability).
Employee Assistance Programme (via health assured) which offers support in mental health, financial advice, general health, fitness, yoga videos and much more.
Health Assured App for perks and discounts on high street brands.
An accommodation manager who looks after our live-in staff and is available for guidance and support.
Staff meals are provided when on shift by our incredible chefs.
Access to sports equipment like SUPs, kayak, surf boards, bikes and tennis court and a 50% discount on Spa Treatments.
Burgh Social
We are a small family with a big heart. Our Accommodation Manager organises social gatherings from table tennis tournaments to guided walks.
Burgh Benefits
Gratuities distributed to all staff recognising the work that they do making our guests stay exceed their expectations.
Free uniform and laundering.
Refer a friend scheme (£500 – terms apply).
Food and Beverage discounts for you and one other person.
1 night B&B in your first year at our London serviced bedrooms.
2 nights B&B after 2 years at our London serviced bedrooms.
28 days annual leave which increases with longevity of service.
Our Values
Excellence: We maintain high standards to provide our guests a personalised service to exceed their expectations.
Team Orientated: We are a small, close-knit team of 70, having a lot of our employees live together as well as work together helps to create a team that not only work well professionally but also look out for each other. We celebrate individuality, but teamwork is key to making our work family a happy one.
Passionate and Intuitive: About hospitality and building a career, the environment, and making others happy.
Integrity and Trustworthy: Be the person that you would like others to be for you. Be consistent, compassionate, trustworthy and honest.
Challenges and Rewards of working on our Island
We are a tidal island cut off from the mainland twice a day, the island is accessible by the Hotel’s vehicles, by foot at low tide, and by our well renowned Sea Tractor at high tide. This adds adventure, but also logistical considerations when planning your arrival at work.
Staff can use the hotel’s Tennis Court, paddle boards or kayaks. They can also enjoy what the local area has to offer such as, hiking, all water sports, beach, cross country running, and cycling. Our large staff house on the mainland offers beautiful panoramic coastal views from the staff sitting room, and a large kitchen for cooking. It is the perfect base for outdoor enthusiasts, or those that prefer snuggling on the sofa with a good book to watch the sunset over the horizon. Regardless of whether you are a socialite or prefer your own company, there is something for everyone.
The hotel and local area is remote. This can be peaceful for some but challenging for those needing constant social interaction outside of those you work and live with or city amenities. You need to be self aware and have good coping strategies. Unfortunately, like most rural villages Bigbury on Sea does not have access to public transport. Owning your own vehicle is ideal and we have access to free staff parking. We have an incentivised car share scheme to enable staff to get out and about (terms apply).
Tidal changes, bad weather and guest needs mean shifts can be irregular and changed at short notice. Resilience and Flexibility is a must.