Event Waiting Staff

The Balmoral; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel in Edinburgh seeks enthusiastic individuals for roles within their team. Candidates will engage in hospitality tasks, ensuring events run smoothly and delivering excellent customer service. This opportunity provides extensive perks, team spirit, and a chance for growth in the vibrant hospitality sector.

Benefits

Discounted rates across the hotel collection

Extensive learning and development opportunities

Meals on duty and laundry of uniforms

Social activities and events

Recognition programs

Annual awards

Occupational Pension Scheme

50% discount on food and beverage

25% discount on Spa Treatments

20% discount on Health Spa products

Cycle to Work Scheme

Local Retailer Discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and dedicated individuals who are passionate about hospitality.
• Commitment to providing high-quality service.
• Ability to cooperate and work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Ensure seamless running of events like weddings and conferences.
• Deliver discreet, timely service and resolve guest issues.
• Be knowledgeable about hotel facilities and local area.

Skills

Team spirit

Trustworthiness

Problem solving

Enthusiasm for learning

Job description

Our hotel

The Balmoral is located at Edinburgh’s most prestigious address, No. 1 Princes Street, where the Old Town stops and the New Town begins. Our hotel’s majestic clock defines the city’s skyline and since the day we opened in 1902 it has run three minutes fast to ensure our guests will never miss their train.

Your key responsibilities

Rocco Forte Hotels are a collection of iconic hotels that respect the individuality of location and its team members, encouraging them to be their natural selves while providing a local, authentic experience to our guests.

As a valued part of the Forte family, you will:

• Cooperate well with colleagues in your own team and across departments
• Ensure that all in-house events and meetings run seamlessly—from weddings, dinners, and cocktail parties to conferences and press junkets
• Tailor your approach to achieve high-quality results
• Deliver discreet, understated, and timely service, going the extra mile
• Be knowledgeable of the hotel, our facilities, and the local area
• Take ownership of performing the job well in line with departmental standards

Who we are looking for

We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated individuals who are passionate about celebrating the individuality of our hotels and guests. We are looking for team members who bring:

• Team spirit and trustworthiness
• Pride in resolving guest and workplace issues
• Enthusiasm for learning

Why working with us

Being part of Rocco Forte Hotels means engaging in a career where passion and dedication are recognised and rewarded, making it an ideal place for those seeking growth and excellence in the hospitality industry.

Working with us provides access to the following perks:

• Discounted rates across our collection of iconic hotels
• Extensive learning and development opportunities
• Meals on duty, laundry of uniforms
• Social activities and events
• Recognition programs
• Annual awards
• Occupational Pension Scheme
• 50% discount on food and beverage
• 25% discount on Spa Treatments
• 20% discount on Health Spa products
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Local Retailer Discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme

£12.21 plus discretionary service charge

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now to become a valued part of Rocco Forte Hotels, an inspirational place to work, known for its commitment to excellence and a sense of familiar family culture everywhere, combined with the passion, commitment, and desire from team members to delight guests and serve one another.