Commis Waiter / Waitres

WSH Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount

Pension scheme

Annual leave 30 days

Employee portal discounts

Employee assistance programme

Meals on shift

Birthday day off

Volunteer day

Tronc and overtime paid

Job summary

Searcys at the National Portrait Gallery in London invites applications for a Commis Waiter/Waitress to support our dining and bar teams. You will polish ware, deliver dishes and help maintain surfaces and workstations to a pristine standard.

The role is full-time with a competitive hourly rate of £14.40, a pension scheme, staff dining on shift and generous annual leave. Join us to deliver first-class hospitality in a landmark setting.

Qualifications

• Hands on and proactive approach.
• Able to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Passion for food and beverage.
• Strong organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Polish glassware, plates and cutlery and keep workstation clean.
• Deliver food and beverages to the restaurant for waiters to serve.
• Prepare teas and coffees.
• Relaying tables for restaurant services.
• Follow health and safety policies in line with Food Safety Act.
• Maintain compliance with fire regulations and client stipulations.

Skills

Hands on

Autonomy

Teamwork

Food & Beverage

Organisational skills

Job description

Searcys are looking for a dynamic Commis Waiter/waitress to join the team at the National Portrait Gallery Restaurant.

We are looking for personable individuals to join our Commis Waiting Team to assist with restaurant service as well as bar/lounge service. You will be required to polish glasses, cutlery and plates, deliver food from the kitchen to the dining rooms as well as carry out general cleaning of work areas before and after service.

Searcys were very fortunate to have opened the extraordinary Portrait Restaurant based in London's iconic National Portrait Gallery in collaboration with Michelin starred chef Richard Corrigan. Shortly after opening we have been recognised in the industry for delivering world class food and drink and are now one of the top restaurants to visit in London.

As aCommis Waiter/Waitressyou will receive the following industry leading benefits:

• 50% discount across Searcys venues
• Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme
• Up to 30days annual leave (dependant on job role)
• Access to everyday discounts and communication portal
• Employee assistance programme
• Meals provided on shift when working within one of our venues.
• Your birthday off to celebrate in style
• A day off to volunteer / give back to the charity of your choice
• Tronc and overtime paid

Job Description

• Full-time
• Employment Type: Permanent
• Salary£14.40 per hour

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing the Back of House ready for service, e.g. polishing plates, glassware and cutlery
• Making sure your workstation is always clean and tidy
• Light cleaning duties towards the end of service.
• Disposing of recyclables and various waste streams
• Delivering food and beverage to the restaurant for waiters to serve
• Preparing teas and coffees
• Relaying tables for restaurant services
• To ensure that all legislative and Government guidelines are adhered to, including The Food Safety Act, Health and Safety at Work Act, the COSHH regulations, etc. within the areas of responsibility including all other requirements as described in the Searcys Health & Safety Policy
• To comply with all legal requirements with particular reference to (but not exclusively) fire regulations, security, licence requirements and any Local Authority or Client stipulations and any other reasonable request of Senior Management

Qualifications

• Hands on and proactive approach
• Able to work autonomously and as part of ateam
• Passion for food and beverage
• Strong organisational skills

Additional Information

We are the oldest caterer in the UK, having been founded in 1847, working with us will give you an opportunity to be part of some of London’s most prestigious events, gaining insights and mentoring from skilled and experienced colleagues, as well as getting a chance to be part of a storied legacy in the hospitality industry.

A career at Searcys means you are part of something special, we are an employer with a rich history, and an established reputation which will provide you with an enormous sense of pride and belonging.