Careers
Careers
The unique energy of Manchester. The rare atmosphere and features of The Lowry Hotel. Enjoy dynamic, enriching career opportunities.
Our 5 star hotel in the heart of Manchester offers exceptional service for our guests who want a haven of luxury and style.
If this aligns with your career aspirations, we may be the next move for you. Our workforce is sizeable, dedicated and helpful, with experience and skills in many areas. Departments include RE:TREAT, The River Restaurant, The Lowry Lounge & Bar, Front of House, Sales and Marketing, Accounting and Finance, Housekeeping, Room Service and Maintenance among many more.
The Lowry Hotel is an Equal Opportunities employer, should you require assistance with your application please contact the hotel directly and speak to the Human Resources department - enquiries@thelowryhotel.com
Discover our current vacancies by searching the relevant sections here.
“Imbued with Manchester's unique energy, The Lowry Hotel offers a diverse selection of dynamic, enriching career opportunities”
Benefits
The Lowry Hotel is renowned as a place guaranteed to ensure comfort, privacy and understated service for its guests with interiors that are contemporary and have a real sense of style.
In return for your dedication to delivering five star service and standards, we offer excellent training, development and progression opportunities in addition to other benefits such as hotel discounts, uniforms and meals on duty. Benefits include:
- Uniform and Meals on duty provided
- Unique team member discount rate of £25 room only and 50% of all food and drink.
- Friends and family discount also available
- Access to discounted rates with Millennium and Copthorne Hotels
- Access to Wider Wallet benefits platform
- Access to online training facilities with Flow
- Death in service benefit for contracted employees
Chef de Partie
Vacancy
Working under the guidance of the Banqueting Head Chef this role brings many challenging opportunities. You will assist a team in the preparation of exquisite high quality food for up to 400 guests.
If you are eager to gain experience and development in a busy, quality kitchen then this role is for you. In return for your hard work and commitment to learning, you will be rewarded not only financially but also through the sharing of knowledge from top chefs.
The role involves being responsible for the preparation and production of menus, ensuring the highest standards of food quality and presentation at all time.
Ideally you will be fully qualified achieving NVQ Level 2 & 3 or equivalent in food preparation. Have the ability to run a section in the kitchen and be responsible for the preparation and presentation of food according to the established standards. Previous experiences of effectively manage food storage and stock rotation is desirable. Both Food Hygiene & HACCP knowledge would be desirable in this role.
Flexibility in this role is essential as the hours of work are on a shift basis including weekends, early & late shift.
The Lowry Hotel’s service Brand Pillars of ‘Iconic’, ‘Individual’ and ‘Intuitive’ service delivery are key attributes to all candidates for this role.
In return for your commitment to delivering five star service and standards, we offer excellent training and development opportunities in addition to other benefits such as hotel discounts, uniforms and meals on duty.
The Lowry Hotel is renowned as a place guaranteed to ensure comfort, privacy and understated service for its guests with interiors that are contemporary and have a real sense of style.
Casual F&B Assistant
Vacancy
As part of the food and beverage team you will be working with a British Classic Menu that it is influenced by locally sourced produce. As a Food and Beverage Assistant you will work in the River Restaurant, Lowry Lounge and Bar and Room Service department for The Lowry Hotel. The River Restaurant has been commended with 2 AA rosettes and aims to provide contemporary surroundings with fine dining in a relaxed setting. Live entertainment is provided most evenings and during Sunday lunch.
The role involves greeting and seating guests, taking orders, advising on menu choices, delivering and presenting food and beverages in the restaurant, bar and room service departments, receiving payments and delivering a high level of personalised and professional service amongst other duties. You will be part of a team of 35 working together to ensure all guests receive the highest level of service delivery and following the hotel standards.
The ideal candidate will preferably have previous food and beverage experience, excellent customer care and social skills, be able to work using their own initiative and the ability to work as part of a dynamic team.
The role is on a casual basis and will also involve working at weekends and may involve early starts and late finishes.
The Lowry Hotel’s service Brand Pillars of ‘Iconic’, ‘Individual’ and ‘Intuitive’ service delivery are key attributes to all candidates for this role.
In return for your dedication to delivering five star service and standards, we offer excellent training, development and progression opportunities in addition to other benefits such as hotel discounts, uniforms and meals on duty.
The Lowry Hotel is renowned as a place guaranteed to ensure comfort, privacy and understated service for its guests with interiors that are contemporary and have a real sense of style.
Executive Sous Chef
Vacancy
As second in command of the entire kitchen team with chefs in both the main kitchen and the banqueting kitchen you will be working with a British Classic Menu that it is influenced by locally sourced produce. As Executive Sous Chef you will be responsible for providing 2 AA Rosette standard food for The River Restaurant, Lowry Lounge and Bar, The Terrace, Room Service department and the conference and function rooms for The Lowry Hotel. The River Restaurant has been commended with 2 AA rosettes and aims to provide contemporary surroundings with fine dining in a relaxed setting.
To support the Executive Chef in the preparation of food budgets and to achieve their requirements with respect to food sales, average spend, profit percentages and operating expenses. You will focus on team management, engagement and development whilst ensuring all food hygiene standards are consistently met.
You will be involved in menu design, costing , training and execution so much possess comprehensive knowledge and creativity.
The Executive sous chef will support the Executive chef in overall kitchen management including stock take, food controls and storage and cleanliness .
This role will deputize in the absence of the Executive chef and will include attendance at daily/weekly meetings, monitoring budgets, and attending the profit and loss review.
The ideal candidate will possess a professional approach and demonstrate outstanding communication and interpersonal skills. You must have excellent organisational skills and previous experience of setting and managing budgets is also essential.
Flexibility in this role is essential as the hours of work are on a shift basis including weekends, early & late shift. The Lowry Hotel’s service Brand Pillars of ‘Iconic’, ‘Individual’ and ‘Intuitive’ service delivery are key attributes to all candidates for this role.
In return for your commitment to delivering five star service and standards, we offer excellent training and development opportunities in addition to other benefits such as hotel discounts, uniforms and meals on duty.
The Lowry Hotel is renowned as a place guaranteed to ensure comfort, privacy and understated service for its guests with interiors that are contemporary and have a real sense of style.
HR Director
Vacancy
The main objective of this role is to develop, implement and manage the people strategy for the hotel team. This role is integrated in the heart of the hotel and encompasses 360 generalist HR. The key focus of this role is employee engagement and welfare; ensuring that we are recruiting, growing and retaining the best candidates to ensure we continue to deliver 5* service to our guests and team alike.
The HR Director will develop, train and maintain efficient people practices whilst encompassing the hotel's brand pillars of Iconic, Individual and Intuitive .
The ideal candidate will have experience as a Human Resources Director or a similar role within the hospitality industry. They will have the ability to identify new trends and opportunities, able to demonstrate excellent knowledge. The ability to work to deadlines whilst producing work of a high standard of accuracy is also paramount.
This role requires an active role within the management team and will include attendance at daily/weekly meetings. The ideal candidate will possess a professional approach and demonstrate outstanding communication and interpersonal skills. You must have excellent organisational and analytical skills.
In return for your dedication to delivering five star service and standards, we offer a targeted bonus structure, occupational pension scheme, hotel discounts, meals on duty and learning and development opportunities.
The Lowry Hotel is renowned as a place guaranteed to ensure comfort, privacy and understated service for its guests with interiors that are contemporary and have a real sense of style.
Housekeeping Supervisor
Vacancy
You will report directly into the Executive Housekeeper and are responsible for supervising a team of 26. Your duties will entail assisting in the daily running of the department by ensuring employees are consistently adhering to service delivery and departmental standards. To achieve this, your responsibilities will involve checking arrivals and departure lists and preparing the room lists for the Room Attendants, then clearly communicating this at the start of shifts. You will also be responsible for checking bedrooms and ensuring that five-star standards are being met. This Supervisory role will also deal with any problems or complaints whilst on duty and assist with any guest requests.
The ideal candidate will have previous experience as a Housekeeping Supervisor and have sound leadership skills and effective training and coaching knowledge. You will also be able to demonstrate effective communication skills as the role involves liaising with all levels of colleagues, management, and guests. A pro-active attitude with an eye for detail and being standards driven is essential.
In return for your commitment to delivering five-star service and standards, we offer excellent training and development opportunities in addition to other benefits such as hotel discounts, uniforms and meals on duty.
The Lowry Hotel is renowned as a place guaranteed to ensure comfort, privacy, and understated service for its guests with interiors that are contemporary and have a real sense of style.
Conference & Banqueting Operations Manager
Vacancy
You will report directly into the Food and Beverage Manager. This role is responsible for overseeing and directing all aspects of conferences, banquets and other events in a floor solely dedicated to delivering this service. You will be required to co-ordinate and liase between departments to ensure the smooth running of an event, whilst ensuring professionalism and a five-star service is provided at all times.
The ideal candidate will have excellent guest care skills, be able to work using initiative, standards driven, and the ability to lead and manage a team. Previous experience of working as a Conference & Banqueting Manager is desirable.
The hours of work are on a shift basis including weekends, early & late shift. Therefore flexibility is essential.
The Lowry Hotel’s service Brand Pillars of ‘Iconic’, ‘Individual’ and ‘Intuitive’ service delivery are key attributes to all candidates for this role.
In return for your dedication to delivering five star service and standards, we offer excellent training, development and progression opportunities in addition to other benefits such as hotel discounts, uniforms and meals on duty.
The Lowry Hotel is renowned as a place guaranteed to ensure comfort, privacy and understated service for its guests with interiors that are contemporary and have a real sense of style.
Night Chef
Vacancy
This role is on a 16 hours 2 nights per week.
If you are eager to gain experience and development in a busy, quality kitchen then this role is for you. In return for your hard work and commitment to learning, you will be rewarded not only financially but also through the sharing of knowledge from top chefs.
You will report to the Executive Chef and be part of a team of chefs. The role involves assisting in the preparation of items ensuring the high standard of quality food and presentation at all time. You are also responsible for ensuring hygienic practices and hotel policies are adhered to at all times and that the kitchen areas designated, equipment and utensils are always kept clean and tidy to the standards required by the hotel. You will be required to work alone throughout the night and form an integral part of the night team at the hotel and will assist in emergency situations. You will be required to use your initiative and be trusted to ensure that best practice is demonstrated at all times.
The ideal candidate will have achieved Level 2 and working towards Level 3 or equivalent in food prep. Experience in a similar role and working in a busy kitchen environment is essential with a drive and enthusiasm to learn.
Flexibility in this role is essential as the hours of work are on a shift basis including weekends. Approximate working times is 10pm -6.30am
The Lowry Hotel’s service Brand Pillars of ‘Iconic’, ‘Individual’ and ‘Intuitive’ service delivery are key attributes to all candidates for this role.
In return for your commitment to delivering five star service and standards, we offer excellent training and development opportunities in addition to other benefits such as hotel discounts, uniforms and meals on duty.
The Lowry Hotel is renowned as a place guaranteed to ensure comfort, privacy and understated service for its guests with interiors that are contemporary and have a real sense of style.
Demi Chef de Partie
Vacancy
You will report directly to the Executive Chef and be part of a team of 20. The role involves assisting the Chef de Partie in the preparation and the presentation of food to the established standards. You will also be responsible for the smooth running of your section in the absence of the Chef de Partie.
The ideal candidate will have achieved NVQ Level 2 and working toward NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in food prep. Experience in a similar role and working in a busy kitchen environment is essential with a drive and enthusiasm to learn.
If you are eager to gain experience and development in a busy, quality kitchen then this role is for you. In return for your hard work and commitment to learning, you will be rewarded not only financially but also through the sharing of knowledge from top chefs.
Flexibility in this role is essential as the hours of work are on a shift basis including weekends, early & late shift.
The Lowry Hotel’s service Brand Pillars of ‘Iconic’, ‘Individual’ and ‘Intuitive’ service delivery are key attributes to all candidates for this role.
In return for your commitment to delivering five star service and standards, we offer excellent training and development opportunities in addition to other benefits such as hotel discounts, uniforms and meals on duty.
The Lowry Hotel is renowned as a place guaranteed to ensure comfort, privacy and understated service for its guests with interiors that are contemporary and have a real sense of style.
Sales Researcher
Vacancy
Working within the sales and marketing department, the Sales Researcher role is a key position within the Hotel. As the Sales Administrator & Research Co-ordinator, you will play a vital role in supporting the Sales & Marketing team in achieving the hotel's commercial objectives. Your primary responsibility will be to implement and analyse data sourced from Property Management Systems (PMS) and prospecting software. Additionally, you will provide essential support to the Commercial Team in driving revenue for Re:Treat, our new spa offering. While driving Food & Beverage (F&B) revenue remains a priority, supporting the successful launch and growth of Re:Treat is equally important. You will also assist in building strong client relationships, creating reports, and conducting research to enable data-driven decision-making processes.
The ideal candidate will have previous sales and/or hotel experience and be passionate about sales and organisation. You will have good computer skills and excellent telephone manner including the ability to provide five star customer service with a ‘nothing is too much trouble, attitude. Excellent organisation skills and the ability to multi-task are essential and previous experience of using Opera is desirable.
The hours of work are mostly weekdays, office hours however flexibility is required to attend sales calls and functions.
The Lowry Hotel’s service Brand Pillars of ‘Iconic’, ‘Individual’ and ‘Intuitive’ service delivery are key attributes to all candidates for this role.
The Lowry Hotel is renowned as a place guaranteed to ensure comfort, privacy and understated service for its guests with interiors that are contemporary and have a real sense of style.
Maintenance Operative
Vacancy
This role involves supporting the Chief Engineer and using the property management system for both preventative and reactive maintenance to ensure the smooth running of the hotel in accordance with legislation and Company procedures.
The role involves responding and prioritising maintenance requests, ensuring guests are safe and the hotel is fully functional. The successful candidate will undertake all maintenance tasks from electrics, plumbing, carpentry, minor electrical work and mechanical engineering work. The 17th Edition qualification is essential for this role and plumbing skills would be an advantage.
The ideal candidate will possess the skills and experience to be able to carry out the above maintenance tasks to a high standard and be able to appreciate the privacy our guest require in a five star hotel.
The hours of work are on a shift basis including weekends, early & late shift. Therefore flexibility is essential.
The Lowry Hotel’s service Brand Pillars of ‘Iconic’, ‘Individual’ and ‘intuitive’ service delivery are key attributes to all candidates for this role.
In return for your commitment to delivering five star service and standards, we offer excellent training and development opportunities in addition to other benefits such as hotel discounts, uniforms and meals on duty.
The Lowry Hotel is renowned as a place guaranteed to ensure comfort, privacy and understated service for its guests with interiors that are contemporary and have a real sense of style.
Room Attendant
Vacancy
Working within the housekeeping department, you will be responsible for cleanliness of the guest bedroom ensuring that these are serviced to a high standard.
Your main responsibilities are to consistently achieve the standards of cleanliness, product presentation and customer care in all guest rooms and public areas to create a warm, friendly, and comfortable environment for our guests. Ensuring the appropriate level of security for all guest belongings to create a feeling of comfort and confidence. To know and demonstrate the departmental standards of performance and co-operate & communicate with colleagues and always support the delivery of quality standards
The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar role and have the ability to work on their own as well as part of a team. Excellent communication and organisational skills are essential and the ability to manage their own day with little supervision.
The hours of work are on a shift basis five days out of seven including weekends. The start and finish times vary dependent on business, therefore flexibility within the role is essential. This is a practical and manual job which includes bending, carrying, standing, and pushing/pulling equipment.
In return for your commitment to delivering five-star service and standards, we offer excellent training and development opportunities in addition to other benefits such as hotel discounts, uniforms, and meals on duty.
Reservations Agent
Vacancy
You will be handling a variety of reservation requests which can range from an Individual guest booking to a large Group stay. Whatever the size of the booking we pride ourselves on the attention to detail and outstanding customer care skills.
Ideally you will have previous Reservations or Hotel experience, be a strong, motivated individual who will enjoy the challenge of this very demanding role, proudly managing the customers’ requirements and exceeding their expectations.
The role operates on a rota basis for a five out of 7 days. The role will operate on a shift based pattern.
The Lowry Hotel’s service Brand Pillars of ‘Iconic’, ‘Individual’ and ‘Intuitive’ service delivery are key attributes to all candidates for this role.
In return for your dedication to delivering five star service and standards, we offer a targeted bonus structure, occupational pension scheme, hotel discounts, meals on duty and learning and development opportunities.
The Lowry Hotel is renowned as a place guaranteed to ensure comfort, privacy and understated service for its guests with interiors that are contemporary and have a real sense of style.