The Lord Nelson Inn, Besthorpe

05/02/2026

We’re still looking!

We're still looking for a cleaner to work Saturday and Sunday mornings to clean the pub and rooms. Call and speak to Margaret if you're who we're looking for!

05/01/2026

We're still looking for a cleaner. Please share to anyone you think may be interested.

We're still looking for a cleaner to work Saturday and Sunday mornings to clean the pub and rooms. Call and speak to Margaret if you're who we're looking for!

20/12/2025

We’ve got slightly different opening times over the next two weeks.

24/11/2025

We're still looking for a cleaner to work Saturday and Sunday mornings to clean the pub and rooms. Call and speak to Margaret if you're who we're looking for!

14/11/2025

Thank you to everyone that entered our draw at the quiz this week.

13/11/2025

We're holding a draw at tonight's quiz to win a 3-course Sunday lunch for 2 people, in aid of £2 a ticket

05/11/2025

We're still on the hunt for a weekend cleaner. Please get in touch if you're interested!

Cleaner required for Saturday and Sunday mornings.

We are looking for a cleaner to work Saturday and Sunday mornings.

Your duties will include the following:
• Cleaning the public areas of the pub downstairs (bar, toilets, etc.) and the outside areas.
• Dusting and polishing tables and surfaces in the bar/restaurant area.
• Vacuuming and mopping floors throughout the pub.
• Cleaning guest’s rooms and bathrooms as required.
• Making beds and replenishing supplies in the guest’s rooms.
• Maintaining a high standard of cleanliness.

The pub needs to be cleaned by 12 noon, and rooms ready for guests by 3pm. Guests vacate their rooms up to 10.30am and we serve breakfast downstairs until 9.30am. You may be required to swap shifts or work extra shifts to cover holidays, sickness, etc.
You must be able to work unsupervised.

The rate of pay is £12.21 per hour (for aged 21+) plus holiday pay. You will usually work between 3 and 9 hours per week depending if rooms require cleaning.

To apply please send a CV marked for the attention of Margaret to [email protected] or leave a CV at the bar.

01/11/2025

Our quiz is every Thursday at 9pm.

A gallon of Greene King IPA up for grabs for the winning team each week!

25/08/2025

Cleaner required for Saturday and Sunday mornings.

We are looking for a cleaner to work Saturday and Sunday mornings.

Your duties will include the following:
• Cleaning the public areas of the pub downstairs (bar, toilets, etc.) and the outside areas.
• Dusting and polishing tables and surfaces in the bar/restaurant area.
• Vacuuming and mopping floors throughout the pub.
• Cleaning guest’s rooms and bathrooms as required.
• Making beds and replenishing supplies in the guest’s rooms.
• Maintaining a high standard of cleanliness.

The pub needs to be cleaned by 12 noon, and rooms ready for guests by 3pm. Guests vacate their rooms up to 10.30am and we serve breakfast downstairs until 9.30am. You may be required to swap shifts or work extra shifts to cover holidays, sickness, etc.
You must be able to work unsupervised.

The rate of pay is £12.21 per hour (for aged 21+) plus holiday pay. You will usually work between 3 and 9 hours per week depending if rooms require cleaning.

To apply please send a CV marked for the attention of Margaret to [email protected] or leave a CV at the bar.

11/04/2025

Will has decided to spend the summer working in Croatia so The Lord Nelson Inn at Besthorpe is looking for a part-time bar person to join our existing team.
As the first point of contact for our customers you will be the public face of The Lord Nelson Inn.
Your duties will include the following (not a comprehensive list):
• Greeting customers on arrival and serving drinks orders.
• Taking dining customers to their tables and taking their meal orders and answering any queries they may have.
• Greeting accommodation guests and processing their check-in and showing them to their rooms.
• Checking if customers need any further drinks at their tables and delivering their drinks.
• Dealing with customer complaints in a diplomatic manner and passing on the customer’s issue to an owner if necessary.
• Keeping the bar area clean and tidy and washing glasses.
• Adding up customer’s bills correctly, and processing payments via cash or card.
• Clearing and cleaning tables.
• Cleaning the bar and replenishing bottle fridges at the end of your shift ready for the next day.
• Helping waiting staff as required.
You will work a two-week alternating rota; Wednesday and Thursday 5.45pm until close in week one, and Friday and Saturday 5.45pm until close in week two. You may be required to swap shifts or work extra shifts to cover holidays. Additional shifts may sometimes be available.
You must be able to work unsupervised. Due to licensing requirements you must be over 18 years of age.
Prior experience of bar and restaurant front of house would be considered an advantage.
You are expected to dress in smart casual clothing.
The rate of pay is £12.21 per hour (for aged 21+) plus holiday pay.
To apply please send a cv with covering letter to [email protected]
We anticipate interviewing in the next couple of weeks. We will contact you if you are chosen for interview.

31/01/2025

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