The Hotel is owned by the Wilson family and one of our core objectives is to ensure that guests get the best possible service at all times. We therefore take great care in the recruitment and selection of team members.
The most rewarding comments that come back via our Guest Survey Forms frequently refer to the quality and friendliness of the staff, some typical comments being:
- “Lovely friendly staff, nothing was too much trouble”
- “Thank you for being part of the journey as we continue to move forward” (local charity event)
- “The feedback from many of our guests was that it was the best wedding they had ever attended”
- “The girls at reception were great – nothing was too much trouble ”
The Hotel General Management
The Balmer Lawn is managed on a daily basis by the senior team of Heads of Departments; all experienced and highly motivated individuals whose one aim is to ensure all the staff deliver a truly great experience for our customers. Chris Wilson is the Proprietor and works closely with Kara Birrell, the General Manager. Our aim is to have an efficient and highly professional workforce but not lose the common touch. All of the team are friendly and approachable and are here to make your stay at Balmer Lawn a pleasant and memorable experience, from check in to check out!
Bar staff
The Bar is manned by our dedicated team, whose impeccable service and attention to detail are to be noted.
Restaurant
Beresford’s the Hotel’s restaurant is not only popular with residents but is very busy most lunchtimes with many local followers, Sunday Lunch is particularly busy with our legendary “traditional roast beef” a real favourite.
Kitchen
Great service needs to be complimented by great food and our team will ensure that you are not disappointed. Our Kitchen team consists of several full-time chefs and our pastry chef, John (the assiette of desserts is not to be missed) but this dish for two to share is not for the faint of appetite – so please leave plenty of room.
Reception
The reception team do everything to ensure that you have the best possible experience. We always try to upgrade rooms wherever possible so you may well be allocated a better room type than the one originally booked (subject to availability).
Housekeeping
Last but definitely not least is the Housekeeping team. Anita Elsom loves the Hotel and loves her job and it shows, the housekeeping team works tirelessly to ensure that the bedrooms and public areas are always presented to the highest standards.
The rest of the team
The Hotel employs between 45-55 staff dependent on the season, we are proud that without exception everyone takes a great deal of pride in what they do. Unfortunately not everyone can be mentioned but everyone working together delivers the overall relaxed, friendly atmosphere that the Balmer Lawn is renowned for.
Work at the Balmer Lawn
If you are enthusiastic and dedicated and would like to
join our team please e-mail us with your CV on: jobs@balmerlawnhotel.com
