Job Introduction
We're currently recruiting a dedicated Waiter/Waitress to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in Restaurant Associates on zero hours, contracted per week.
As a Waiter/Waitress, you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of quality work. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.
Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: Variable shifts
Could you bring your spark to Restaurant Associates? Here's what you need to know before applying:
Your key responsibilities will include:
• Welcoming guests
• Taking orders
• Providing recommendations
• Ensuring customer satisfaction
• Mixing and serving a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
• Ensuring accurate preparation and quality
• Taking orders from customers at the bar and from servers
• Delivering food and drinks efficiently
• Accurately handling cash and credit card transactions
• Managing tabs
• Ensuring proper record-keeping
• Maintaining a clean and well-stocked bar area
• Cleaning glasses
• Restocking supplies
• Managing inventory
• May include checking ID for age verification
• Assisting with other bar duties
• Potentially serving food
Our ideal Waiter/Waitress will:
• Ability to interact with customers, handle inquiries, and resolve issues professionally.
• Familiarity with different types of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, recipes, and preparation methods.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Clear and effective communication with customers and colleagues.
• Accurate handling of cash transactions and managing tabs.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform tasks requiring physical activity.
• Ensuring accurate drink preparation, maintaining a clean bar, and adhering to safety protocols.
• Previous experience in a cocktail bar or restaurant environment is often preferred.
• Must be able to verify the age of customers to ensure compliance with alcohol regulations.
• Understanding of food safety practices and regulations is essential.
What we offer-
- Medicash - Healthcare benefits, including dental, optical and therapy treatments (includes up to 4 dependent children)
- Aviva Digicare - Free annual healthcare check
- Exclusive Benefits & Wellbeing site (Perks at Work)
- Entertainment discounts - up to 55% off cinema tickets
- Health & Wellbeing discounts - Discounts for Nuffield Health (20%) and Pure Gym (10%)
- Travel discounts - Discounts with holiday companies such as TUI and Expedia
- Shopping discounts - Save up to 15% at high street and online stores by purchasing Shopping Cards
- Meals on duty
- Vodaphone discounts
- Pension scheme and Life Assurance
- Employee Assistance Programme
- 23 days + BH's and additional day off for your birthday
- 2 days additional leave, following return from Maternity leave during first year back
- Competitive and supportive family benefits
- Day off for baby's first birthday
- Holiday purchase scheme
- On-going training & development and career pathways
- Professional subscriptions paid
- Financial wellbeing programme and preferred rates on salary finance products
At Levy UK & Ireland, we take pride in fostering a workplace culture that celebrates diversity and promotes inclusion. We believe that our differences are our greatest strengths, and we are committed to creating an environment where every individual is valued, respected, and empowered.
Our team is a vibrant tapestry of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, which enriches our creativity, innovation, and overall success. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities, promoting fairness, and ensuring that all voices are heard.
We firmly believe that a diverse team leads to innovation and creativity. We welcome candidates from all walks of life and backgrounds to join us in our mission to create a supportive and equitable work environment where everyone has the chance to excel and collaborate.
Join us in our journey towards a more diverse and inclusive world, where every person has the chance to thrive and contribute their unique talents. Together, we can achieve greatness.
Part of Compass Group UK&I, we are a grouping of seven easily accessible event spaces with hotel-like residential and leisure facilities, which all sit under the brand name The Venues Collection. Located across the UK, our venues all feature stylish and individual event spaces, including both contemporary and historic meeting areas. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.
Job Reference: com/2406/97321001/52746234/SU #Venues Collection
Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!