Join Us at Chilston Park Hotel - Recruitment Open Day!
Looking for your next exciting career opportunity in hospitality? Step into something special this October...
Full-time & Casual positions available
Chilston Park Hotel
Thursday 22nd October 2026
10:00am – 4:00pm
We're opening our doors and inviting you to discover what it's like to work at one of Maidstone's most prestigious hotels. Whether you're experienced or just starting out, we have a variety of roles waiting for you within Food & Beverage Operations.
Why join us?
Set within 77 acres of breathtaking parkland, Chilston Park Hotel is more than a captivating country house hotel - it’s a place where hospitality professionals thrive. Tucked away along tranquil, tree-lined avenues, our team delivers unforgettable weddings, stylish escapes, and exclusive events, all with a seamless blend of heritage, contemporary flair, and refined elegance.
If you’re passionate about hospitality, thrive in a supportive environment, and enjoy making a real difference to someone’s stay, Chilston Park Hotel offers an inspiring place to grow your career.
Join a team where every role contributes to a luxury guest experience. From our stylish restaurant and bar, where Food & Beverage team members create memorable moments, to our housekeeping team who maintain impeccable standards throughout the hotel. At the heart of it all is our talented kitchen brigade, providing a fantastic environment for chefs at all levels, from Kitchen Porters to Head Chefs, to develop their skills and work with outstanding ingredients in a fast-paced, professional setting.
Benefits include:
- Competitive salary packages, with incremental pay reviews based on recognition of commitment and performance, plus a share of service charge.
- Company pension scheme with a generous employer contribution.
- Life assurance scheme.
- Employee Assistance Programme to support you with whatever life throws at you.
- Company Sickness Scheme benefit.
- 28 days holiday per year including bank holidays, increasing to 33 days with length of service.
- Career progression opportunities, with access to in-house and external training programmes, including apprenticeships up to Level 5, WSET Level 1 and 2 qualifications through our Wine Academy, all supported by our Learning & Development team.
- Annual loyalty awards, including afternoon teas and overnight stays.
- Online retail discount platform offering thousands of savings with high street retailers and restaurants, plus health and wellbeing benefits.
- Opportunity to make lifelong friendships and be part of a team that celebrates Diversity and Inclusion.
You're welcome to simply turn up on the day with your CV and proof of right to work.
Prefer to plan ahead? Register your interest in advance and we'll be ready to give you a warm welcome and dedicated time when you arrive.
Your next opportunity could start here... we can't wait to meet you!