Jobs at Destiny Student (Now Hiring) — 3 open

Love great coffee, vibrant bars, and creating memorable experiences? We’re looking for passionate people to bring energy and flavour to our food & beverage team while delivering a warm welcome at reception. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy making guests feel at home, and can balance barista skills with front desk service, this is your chance to shine.

CODE Concepts is a dynamic and ambitious hospitality and experiences group, dedicated to doing the basics brilliantly while constantly innovating. Built on the values of collaboration, excellence, innovation, and honesty, we pride ourselves on creating spaces and experiences that delight our guests and foster meaningful connections.

Our portfolio includes boutique hotels and urban hostels – CODE The Court and CODE The Loft in Edinburgh, which recently underwent a full rebrand and new website launch in November 2025. It also includes The Lost Close, one of Edinburgh’s hidden gem venue offering premium experience, including whisky and gin tastings. With exciting expansion plans, including a new boutique hotel in Edinburgh in 2027 and with further expansion outside of Scotland planned, we are growing our team and preparing an inspiring calendar of events and experiences across our properties. Joining CODE Concepts means becoming part of a creative, forward-thinking team that values storytelling, innovation, and excellence in everything we do.

What You’ll Do

• Welcome with warmth: Greet guests and make them feel at home from the moment they arrive.
• Serve & delight: Upsell and deliver food and drinks with confidence and charm.
• Barista brilliance: Craft perfect coffees on our professional machine.
• Bar magic: Pour pints, mix whisky & gin serves, and keep the bar buzzing.
• Food service: Assist in the kitchen and run plates with style.
• Event vibes: Help host and run guest events that make memories.
• Guest care: Resolve queries and comments with a smile, in person or via calls, emails, and reviews.
• Sales savvy: Promote tours and experiences to make every stay unforgettable.
• Payments & admin: Process card transactions and keep reports accurate (lost property, log tasks
• Caring for the building
  • Adhering to all Health and Safety policies for our team and our guests
  • Ensuring doors are locked
  • Reporting maintenance required
  • Reporting lost & found
  • Ensuring the common areas remain clean and tidy for our guests
  • Feeding back any guest comments.

What We’re Looking For

• A love for hospitality and creating great guest experiences.
• Confidence behind the bar and coffee machine (training provided if needed).
• Energy, enthusiasm, and a can-do attitude.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings and weekends.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• A lively, social atmosphere where no two days are the same.
• Opportunities to learn new skills and grow in food & beverage.
• Staff perks and discounts to make life sweeter.

Benefits & Perks

💼 Grow With Us – Development That Makes a Difference

• 📈 Personal Development Plans
  Every team member gets access to a tailored development plan designed to help you achieve your goals—whether you want to climb the ladder, pivot into a new role, or sharpen your skills.
  
• 🌱 Growth Mindset Culture
  We embrace curiosity and continuous learning. You’ll be encouraged to take initiative, try new things, and learn from every experience. Mistakes? They’re stepping stones to success.
  
• 🚀 Career Progression Opportunities
  From internal promotions to cross-functional moves, we’re all about unlocking your potential. Many of our leaders started on the front line—and we’ll support you in doing the same.
  
• 🎓 Learning & Training Access
  We offer on-the-job training, leadership coaching, and access to external learning opportunities, so you’re always one step ahead.
  
• 🌟 Be Recognised
  We celebrate success—loudly. Standout team members are recognised regularly, and every 6 months one CoDE star wins a fully-paid trip to explore another city.
  
• 🏨 Free Getaways
  Enjoy up to 5 complimentary overnight stays each year at CoDE and Destiny Student properties, for you plus one lucky guest.
  
• 💖 Family & Friends Love
  Your loved ones deserve the CoDE experience too! Treat them to up to 30% off stays, valid for 7 nights per year.
  
• 🎂 Birthday Surprises
  Celebrate your big day with a birthday voucher as a thank-you from us to you.
  
• 🧭 Explore More for Less
  Enjoy discounted local tours and free entry to our Lost Close Tour. Friends and family? 30% off, too!
  
• ☕ Perks on Shift
  Get a free hot drink every shift, plus 25% off all food and drinks.
  
• 🎉 Team Time
  From social events to team-building activities, we’re all about good vibes and great company.
  
• 🙌 Give Back
  Take a paid volunteering day each year to support causes that matter to you.
  
• 💷 Tips & Rewards
  Fair gratuities: shared based on shifts, adding around 50p/hour to your pay.