Bar Waiter/Waitress - Part Time

Dakota Leeds; Leeds; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading hospitality brand in Leeds is seeking a Bar Waiter/Waitress to deliver exceptional service. This part-time role suits students and requires at least one year of hospitality experience. Responsibilities include providing table service, maintaining high guest service levels, and collaborating with team members. Enjoy benefits like discounts, mental health support, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

40% discount on stays

25% discount on drinks and dining

Mental health support

Additional holiday on employment anniversary

Meals on duty

Uniform provided

Bonuses for referrals

Free eye tests

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of hospitality experience, preferably in waiting or coffee shops.
• Ability to stay physically active during shifts.
• Flexibility with shifts and availability to meet business needs.

Responsibilities

• Providing table service within the bar, taking guest orders, and delivering food and drinks.
• Offering high levels of guest service and personalized drink recommendations.
• Collaborating with the Restaurant and Reception teams.

Skills

Effective communication

Outgoing personality

Detail-oriented

Ability to serve alcohol

Job description

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Dakota Hotel, based in Leeds City Centre, is seeking an outgoing individual with waiting experience for the role of Bar Waiter / Waitress to deliver exceptional service to our guests. Working part-time, mainly on Friday and Saturday nights, this role is ideal for students and those with weekday commitments.

CONTRACT AND PAY RATE

The role offers a permanent contract of at least 16 hours per week, with typical shifts from 16:00 to 00:30, working any 2 days out of 7, including weekends. Earnings are £13.30 per hour (including anticipated tronc payment), paid weekly.

PRIMARY ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Providing table service within the bar, taking guest orders, and delivering food and drinks to tables.
• Offering high levels of guest service, including personalized drink recommendations and engaging in genuine conversation.
• Collaborating with the Restaurant and Reception teams to ensure smooth communication.
• Having comprehensive knowledge of food and beverage menus, including allergens, to assist guests effectively.

BENEFITS

Joining our team offers a culture of positivity and development, with benefits including:

• 40% discount on stays at any Dakota
• 25% discount on drinks and dining at any Dakota
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program, including free mental health support, counseling, video GP consultations, and private prescriptions
• Daily rewards redeemable for shopping vouchers
• Discounted gift cards
• Support from in-house Mental Health Champions
• Additional holiday on your first employment anniversary
• Family-friendly flexible working options
• Meals on duty and uniform provided
• £150 bonus for referring a friend
• £10 bonus for mentions on TripAdvisor
• Free bi-annual eye tests for screen users
• Certified training in Food Hygiene, Alcohol Responsibility, Data Protection, Health & Safety
• Access to external certified resources via our Learning Management System
• Ongoing professional development, annual appraisals, and Personal Development Plans
• Opportunities for internal and external training, including apprenticeships

Full terms are available in our Handbook.

ABOUT DAKOTA HOTELS

Dakota is a growing UK-based lifestyle brand with six locations, soon to be seven. Known for stylish hotels, bustling brasseries, upscale wine & cocktail bars, and a dedicated team.

Started with boutique hotels near Edinburgh and Glasgow, we now operate in city centers in Glasgow, Leeds, Manchester, and Newcastle, with more expansion planned.

We pride ourselves on delivering attentive, genuine guest service and recruiting passionate, high-standard individuals. Our team members are valued for their personality and enthusiasm, which embody our culture.

Our brand has been recognized among the top hospitality employers for three consecutive years, and our HR team won ‘People Team of the Year’ in 2022. We focus on learning, development, and internal growth.

Our Leeds location at 8 Russell St, LS1 5RN, is a 5-minute walk from Leeds Train Station and accessible by bus.

We operate a 94-bedroom luxury hotel with a destination cocktail bar, champagne room, and brasserie-style grill.

APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS

The successful candidate will:

• Have at least 1 year of hospitality experience, preferably in waiting or coffee shops.
• Be outgoing with effective communication skills.
• Be able to work quickly and stay physically active during shifts.
• Be willing and able to serve alcohol.
• Be physically active, standing and working at a pace for long periods.
• Be enthusiastic and promote a positive culture.
• Be detail-oriented and proud of their work.
• Be flexible with shifts and available to meet business needs.
• Have researched our brand and genuinely want to join our team.

APPLY

Please send your up-to-date CV.

Visit our Careers page to learn about current opportunities and find your #DreamRolesAtDakota – we’d love to hear from you!

For more information, please visit our:

• Website
• Instagram pages for Dakota Hotels and Dakota Leeds