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🛎️ Hospitality & Catering · Relais & Châteaux

Waiter

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We are seeking a friendly, reliable, and professional Waiter / Waitress to join our front-of-house team. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering excellent customer service, ensuring guests have an enjoyable dining experience, and supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the restaurant.

  • Greet guests warmly and escort them to their tables when required.

  • Present menus and provide detailed information about food and drink offerings.

  • Take accurate food and beverage orders and relay them promptly to the kitchen and bar.

  • Serve food and drinks efficiently and courteously.

  • Check in with guests during their meal to ensure satisfaction and address any requests.

  • Prepare tables by setting up linens, cutlery, and glassware.

  • Clear tables and reset them for the next guests.

  • Process payments accurately using the point-of-sale system.

  • Maintain cleanliness and organisation in the dining area.

  • Follow all food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards.

  • Work collaboratively with kitchen and bar staff to ensure smooth service.

  • Previous experience in hospitality or customer service is preferred but not essential.

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

  • A friendly and professional manner with customers.

  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

  • Good attention to detail and organisational skills.

  • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays when required.

  • A positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team.

What We Offer

  • Competitive hourly pay.

  • Flexible working hours.

  • Staff meals during shifts.

  • Gratuities

  • A supportive and friendly working environment.

  • Opportunity to gain experience and develop within the hospitality industry.

  • Relais & Châteaux and Pride of Britain discounted stays

What this role involves

General background for waiter roles. This listing’s own employer, location, pay and hours are shown above.

  • Serve food and drinks, handle bill payments and clean tables
  • Deal with any complaints and make sure customers are happy
  • Greet customers, give out menus and take food and drink orders
Typical pay (UK)
£17,000 starting · £27,000 experienced
Typical hours
30 to 42 a week
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Career background: National Careers Service · Open Government Licence v3.0

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