New local vacancies listed for Oakham-area employers
Local businesses have published a fresh round of vacancies this week, offering a mix of full-time, part-time and seasonal roles across hospitality and retail close to Oakham. Jobseekers are being directed to the Oakham Nub News Jobs page for application details and employers can pay to advertise openings.
The latest listings include positions at several well-known venues in and around Rutland and the East Midlands: The Old Pheasant at Glaston, Gates Garden Centre, The Barnsdale hotel and Normanton Park Hotel. Roles range from kitchen and front-of-house posts to a part-time social media position.
- Chef — The Old Pheasant (Glaston): an 11-bedroom country pub and inn seeking a chef able to work within a small team and take responsibility to run services independently.
- Deputy Restaurant Manager — Gates Garden Centre: a customer-facing post supporting a 360-cover garden restaurant and a 110-cover Courtyard Coffee Shop.
- Social Media and Content Executive — The Barnsdale: a part-time (20 hours per week) role for someone with photography and social media skills, based at the hotel.
- Waiting Staff / Food & Beverage Assistant — Normanton Park Hotel: full-time or part-time vacancies for experienced front-of-house staff able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Each listing provides more detail on responsibilities and how to apply via Oakham Nub News. The jobs page is designed to collect and present vacancies across the area and has recently been updated to be easier to use, with more listings.
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The site also invites local employers to promote vacancies directly; the advertised rate for listing a vacancy is £75 + VAT using the Jobs page and the 'Nub It' button. That option aims to reach a local audience searching specifically for work in and around Oakham.
What the roles mean for Oakham residents
Hospitality and retail remain principal local employers in the Oakham area, and these openings reflect continued demand for people with front-of-house, kitchen and digital skills. For those seeking flexible or part-time hours, the Barnsdale's 20-hour social media post or the part-time waiting roles at Normanton Park may be attractive. For candidates aiming for management responsibility, the Gates Garden Centre deputy manager vacancy offers a front-of-house leadership opportunity.
Skills highlighted across the listings include:
- Customer service and team working (front of house)
- Culinary competence and ability to manage kitchen services (chef)
- Digital content creation and photography (social media role)
Applicants should check each listing for specific requirements, working hours and how to submit an application. The Oakham Nub News Jobs page hosts full details and links to apply.
At-a-glance: vacancies and basic details
| Employer | Role | Hours / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| The Old Pheasant (Glaston) | Chef | Small team; independent service responsibility |
| Gates Garden Centre | Deputy Restaurant Manager | Front-of-house; supports 360-cover restaurant and 110-cover coffee shop |
| The Barnsdale | Social Media & Content Executive | Part-time; 20 hours a week; based at the hotel |
| Normanton Park Hotel | Waiting Staff / Food & Beverage Assistant | Full-time or part-time; experienced front-of-house |
Local readers seeking work are advised to visit the Oakham Nub News Jobs page to view application links and further information. Employers hoping to reach Oakham candidates can submit listings via the same page for a fee, as noted above.
If you are applying, make sure your CV highlights relevant experience — particularly customer service, food safety or social media content work — and check each employer's preferred method of application on the listings page.
For community members navigating the local job market, these vacancies offer immediate opportunities across hospitality and digital media. Keep an eye on the Oakham jobs page for weekly updates and new openings.
