North Wales pub undergoing major refurbishment launches recruitment drive

Recruitment is underway for two key positions at a pub which is soon to reopen following a major refurbishment

The owners of the Swallow Falls Inn in Betws-y-Coed have opened applications for the roles of general manager and head chef.

Set to be appointed in advance of the refurbishment’s completion, they are the first of an anticipated 38 full-time jobs being created at the site by The Inn Collection Group.

Advertised with a salary of £50,000 and £45,000 per year respectively, the successful candidates will play a key role in building the team ahead of the reopening.

The company says it is seeking a highly motivated individual with a focus on customer service and an ability to lead and develop staff as general manager.

They will also have a strong background in food and hospitality, with key responsibilities including ensuring high levels of guest satisfaction, overseeing a senior team of staff and monitoring the commercial performance of the business.

The successful applicant will also be the holder of a personal licence.

Meanwhile, in the kitchen, the head chef will be an experienced operator with “flair and enthusiasm” for cooking with fresh quality ingredients.

They will be able to cope under pressure and have previous experience managing a kitchen team, along with a Level 3 food safety certificate.

Key responsibilities include accountability for the day-to-day running of the kitchen, menu development, stock control and team management and training.

Recruitment manager Cath Bellhouse said: “The Inn Collection Group’s transformation of The Swallow Falls Inn is underway and we are delighted to open up applications for its general manager and head chef.

“These are very special roles that will need a pair of candidates who will be heavily involved in getting everything in shape to welcome our customers with open arms.

“We’re officially one of the UKs best places to work having been recognised on the 2023 Sunday Times list and along with competitive salaries, offer a range of benefits including 50% off food in any of our Inns, a third off room bookings all year round and a comprehensive employee assistance programme.”

Area operations manager Joe Lavin, added: “It’s an exciting time to join The Inn Collection Group and these are key roles that are going to be very exciting to fill.

“The successful candidates will be part of a rare opportunity to deliver from the ground up, an exciting new development, placing Swallow Falls firmly in the heart of the community and surrounding areas and ‘the’ place to be”

“No two days will be the same, with the successful candidates working closely with their area ops manager to turn the Swallow Falls into the ‘go to’ destination for breaks away, fabulous meals and amazing events.”

More information on the two vacancies can be found by clicking here.