Experienced Waiter

Hamilton Mayday; Manchester; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A stylish restaurant in Didsbury is seeking an Experienced Waiter / Waitress to uphold high standards and ensure smooth daily operations. You will greet guests, take orders, and assist in serving drinks while working in a vibrant atmosphere. A passion for Mediterranean cuisine and at least one year of relevant experience is essential. This role offers up to £27,000 in a popular dining destination for locals and visitors alike.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a head waiter/waitress in a busy restaurant.
• Passion for Mediterranean cuisine and hospitality.
• Knowledge of allergens and intolerances.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and escort them to tables.
• Take food and drink orders from guests.
• Prepare and serve cocktails and wines.
• Handle incoming bookings and ensure smooth reservation flow.
• Carry out daily opening and closing procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Food & beverage knowledge

Team player

Reliability

Tools

Reservation systems

POS / till systems

Job description

Experienced Waiter / Waitress

Didsbury Up to £27,000

Verve People are currently working with a unique, stylish restaurant in the heart of Didsbury that's looking for an experienced Waiter / Waitress.

This venue is known for a Mediterranean ethnic cuisine emphasizing a shared dining experience, making it a popular destination for both locals and visitors. As an Experienced Waiter / Waitress, your support to senior management will be essential in upholding high standards and ensuring seamless daily operations.

Main Duties

• Greet guests warmly and escort them to their tables.
• Engage with guests to take their food and drink orders.
• Assist in preparing and serving cocktails and wines.
• Handle incoming bookings from multiple systems to ensure smooth reservation flow.
• Carry out daily opening and closing procedures, including table setup, dining area cleanliness, and preparation of American service table linens.
• Supporting light administrative and operational tasks.

Other duties to the role may be required.

Key Qualities

• At least 1 year's experience at head waiter / waitress level in a busy restaurant.
• Passion for authentic Mediterranean cuisine and hospitality.
• Knowledge of reservation systems and POS / till systems.
• Extensive food & beverage knowledge, including allergens and intolerances.
• Team player who thrives in boutique, service-driven environment.
• Reliability, professionalism, and willingness to adapt based on bookings and walk-ins.

If this sounds like you, we would like to hear from you.

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