Commis Waiter/ess

Edwardian Manchester hotel; Manchester; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days Holiday per annum including UK

Annual complimentary night stays

Discount platform access

Company pension scheme

Regular social events

Training and development programs

Job summary

The Edwardian Manchester Hotel, A Radisson Collection Hotel, part of Edwardian Hotels Group, is seeking a Commis Waiter/Waitress to join our 5-star dining team. You will be a vital link between kitchen and front-of-house, ensuring timely service and high standards for our guests.

You will need excellent English, a passion for food and beverage, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Training will be provided, with opportunities to develop within our renowned hospitality group.

Qualifications

• Previous front of house waiting experience is preferred, however training can be provided.
• Demonstrates excellent attention to detail and customer service skills.
• Impeccable command of the English language both written and spoken.
• Passion for food and beverage and keeping up to date with latest trends.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key link between kitchen and front of house ensuring timely delivery of courses.
• Know the restaurant menu to answer questions and make recommendations.
• Proficient with OpenTable, Adecco and Micros; achieve 100% pass in Micros competency tests.

Skills

Front of house experience

Customer service

English language skills

Team communication

Tools

OpenTable

Micros

Adecco

Job description

Join the UK’s most dynamic collection of hotels and restaurants

At Edwardian Hotels London, it is the people who create unforgettable memories for our guests. We are always looking for hospitality professionals to join our family and bring innovative ideas to how we can provide the best possible experience. Professionals who understand and believe in our values: having Integrity, being Ambitious, and always Quality-Driven. Talented individuals who want to work alongside likeminded passionate people in a rewarding, fulfilling, and fun environment. We know that your unique talents and ambitions not only have the ability to exceed our guests’ exacting standards, but also propel your own career potential in a company that recognises and rewards.

At Edwardian Hotels London we are committed to being the best place to work, so much so that we have officially been recognised as a Great Place to Work. Our commitment to the wellbeing and development of our people is at the forefront of our culture.

We are currently recruiting for aCommis Waiter/ Waitress for our 5 Star The Edwardian Manchester Hotel, A Radisson Collection Hotel and its destination restaurant Peter Street Kitchen.

Overview:

• An amazing opportunity to join the Food and Beverage team at The Edwardian Manchester Hotel.
• As a Commis Waiter/Waitress you will be working a fast-paced operation where service and standards are at the forefront of the Kitchen restaurants and our brand standards.
• You will be a key link between the kitchen and front of house teams ensuring that all food is brought from the kitchen to the restaurant timely and that the dining guests receive a high level of customer service.
• You will be knowledgeable about the restaurant menu so that you are able to answer questions and make recommendations should it be asked of you.
• As a Commis Waiter/Waitress you will be competent with applications such as Open table, Adecco and Micros and are able to achieve a 100% pass mark in Micros competency tests.

About You:

• Previous front of house waiting experience of working in a high-end food led operation is preferred, however training can be provided.
• Demonstrates excellent, attention to detail and customer service skills.
• Impeccable command of the English language both written and spoken.
• Passion for food and beverage and keeping up to date with latest food trends.

Our Benefits Package:

• Competitive salary
• 28 days Holiday per annum including Bank Holidays increasing with long service
• Complimentary hot meals, salad bar and unlimited beveragesprovideddaily
• Recommend a Friend Scheme of up to £500 per friend recommended.
• Annual complimentary night stays within our hotels
• Preferential accommodation rates for all Edwardian Hotels for Hosts, their family and their friends
• Access to a discount platform for all of the most popular stores and outlets
• Auto enrolment into our company pension scheme
• Regular social events across all hotels
• Annual company recognition events held in January each year
• Wellbeing champions across all of our hotels
• Access to our company doctor for medical appointments and occupational health support
• Access for all hosts to our online learning platform Edwardian Academy
• Opportunities for promotion and a wide range of training programs to support your development

Eligibility

• In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.

Compensation: Competitive salary