De Vere Wokefield Estate
De Vere Wokefield Estate set in 250 acres of rural Berkshire parkland is home to a historic Mansion House filled with traditional features and the contemporary Wokefield Place that offers state of the art facilities. It has 376 bedrooms and suites, 39 meeting rooms with large event space and a high tech dedicated conference building, an 18-hole PGA approved championship golf course and leisure club. Benedict's Bar, The 1560 Restaurant, The View Restaurant and our Summerhouse are some of our amazing food and beverage options at Wokefield Estate: there really is something for everyone.
Your commute: just outside Reading, we're 10 minutes from J11 of the M4, with fast and direct trains from London Paddington to Reading Train station.
At De Vere, we warmly welcome everyone and foster a sense of belonging, where each person is valued and appreciated. Join our team and become part of a passionate group of individuals who genuinely care about the experiences we create for our guests and colleagues.
Food & Beverage Stock Controller
Attention to detail? Check. Hands on and organised? Double check. Care about reducing waste and driving positive change? Even better.
We’re looking for a Food & Beverage Stock Controller to join our team at De Vere Reading - a role that’s central to how our F & B operate and how we reduce food & beverage waste. This is a Full time role working 5 out of 7 days from 6.30am – 3pm.
In return, you’ll receive £13.25 plus great benefits including free meals on duty in our staff restaurant, free use of our Leisure Club facilities and £50 hotel stays to name just a few.
Why this role matters
At De Vere, sustainability is part of how we operate. This role is fundamental to delivering on that commitment. This isn’t just about moving stock. You’ll play a key role in helping us achieve our food & beverage waste reduction goals. Through careful rotation, accurate issuing and strong communication with our food & beverage teams, you’ll directly contribute to reducing waste, protecting margins and improving operational efficiency. You’ll also support our Sustain & Savour initiative - with opportunities to contribute ideas and help strengthen our responsible business practices.
What you’ll be responsible for
• Receiving all food & beverage deliveries to the hotel and checking for discrepancies
• Ensuring products are stored correctly, safely and in line with best practice - following FIFO procedures to ensure effective stock rotation
• Organising and issuing stock accurately to the correct kitchens & Bars and storage areas
• Working closely with Kitchen Porters to maintain a clean and efficient loading bay and delivery area
• Supporting accurate forecasting and stock control to minimise waste
What we’re looking for
• Experience with manual handling - this role involves lifting, carrying and moving deliveries throughout your shift
• A strong understanding of FIFO and stock rotation best practices with great attention to detail
• Great communication skills, with a flexible and team-focused approach
• An interest in sustainability and reducing environmental impact
Benefits:
The Pay & Benefits:
At De Vere we pay attention to the thoughtful details that inspire the loyalty of our permanent colleagues. That’s why we are proud to offer the following benefits for the role of Food & Beverage Stock Controller.
- £13.25 per hour
- A share of the Restaurant Service Charge to help boost your earnings and reward you for the service you deliver
- Free meals on duty in our colleague dining facilities
- Stay in shape with complimentary use of the Leisure Club facilities saving you money on costly gym memberships
- We believe in celebrating your special moments too, which is why we offer an extra paid day off for your birthday, along with a £20 love to shop voucher.
- Varied shift patterns and contracts available to suit your lifestyle, we are 24/7 operation, meaning shift patterns to suit everyone
- As a token of our gratitude for your loyalty, we'll treat you to an annual complimentary 2-night stay with dinner in a De Vere property of your choice, plus additional monetary rewards for reaching long service milestones
- Discover exclusive perks with our £50 colleague rates for overnight stays at De Vere properties, accompanied by a fantastic 50% discount on Food & Beverage.
- 28 days holiday each year (increasing annually up to 33 days)
- Explore our Exclusively Yours Benefits portal, unlocking hundreds of discounts on retail, travel, and leisure activities.
- We are committed to your growth and offer excellent career progression opportunities, including access to our Apprenticeship programmes and study support.
- Take advantage of our Employee Assistance Programme, Hospitality Action, providing 24/7 health and wellbeing support, including free counselling.
- Experience the flexibility and convenience of Wagestream, our financial wellbeing platform, granting you instant access to your pay when you need it.
- We value your hard work and recognise your achievements through our monthly colleague recognition programme, You Are De Vere, culminating in an exciting annual colleague recognition event.
- Join a supportive team that knows how to have fun with regular team appreciation events, including memorable Christmas and Summer parties.
- Gain peace of mind with our Company Life Assurance scheme, ensuring financial security for your loved ones.
