Festive Waiter / Waitress

Dakota Hotels; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A growing UK-based lifestyle brand is seeking seasonal waitstaff for their Bar and Grill in Newcastle. This role is perfect for enthusiastic individuals looking for flexible employment during the festive season. You will provide excellent guest service, ensuring a memorable dining experience. Previous experience is a plus but not necessary. Join the team and be part of a recognized culture of guest service and development.

Qualifications

• Waiting experience is beneficial but not required.
• Must be able to pour, serve and sell alcohol.
• Demonstrate research on the brand and a desire to join the team.

Responsibilities

• Carry out the role of a waiter/waitress in our Bar and Grill.
• Provide personalised dish and beverage recommendations.
• Work closely with the Bar and Kitchen team.

Skills

Outgoing personality

Effective communication skills

Ability to work at pace

Job description

Dakota Hotel based in NEWCASTLE CITY CENTRE are seeking outgoing individuals to join our Food and Beverage team this festive season. This is a great role for someone with alternative commitments and seeking their first job.

Ideally situated by the Gateshead Millennium Bridge on the quayside, our hotel will boast 118 bedrooms including 33 suites. Dakota Newcastle will host our renowned Bar & Grill, Champagne Room, Cigar Terrace, and an events space for up to 60.

Contract and Pay Rate

The role is a zero-hour, fixed-term contract (17th Nov 2025 – 2nd Jan 2026). Pay rate is national minimum wage plus tronc payments which are at least £1.00 per hour.

Typical shifts will start at 5pm, including working weeks. You must be available to work Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve.

Primary Role Responsibilities

• Carry out the role of a waiter/waitress in our Bar and Grill, providing table service, taking guest orders and running large trays of food to guest tables.
• Provide the highest levels of guest service, offering personalised dish and beverage recommendations, and delivering a memorable dining experience.
• Work closely with the Bar and Kitchen team to ensure the effective flow of communication.
• Have a comprehensive knowledge of food and beverage menu options to enhance the guest experience.

How To Apply

To join us this festive season at Dakota Newcastle, we’re hosting walk-in interviews on Thursday 30th October, between 12:00 and 16:00 – no appointment needed. Just bring your CV and proof of right to work (ID).

Prefer to plan ahead? Apply via this advert to secure a pre-booked interview slot for Thursday 30th October, between 12:00 and 16:00.

If successful, you’ll need to be available for induction and training on Friday 14th November, from 10:00 to 17:00.

We’re excited to meet you and kick off the festive season together!

About Dakota Hotels

Dakota is a growing UK-based lifestyle brand, known for our stylish hotels, bustling brasserie Grills and upscale cocktail Bars. We have expanded into prime city centre locations in Glasgow, Leeds, Manchester and Newcastle with Manchester Airport coming soon and more in our pipeline.

We attract hard-working individuals who are passionate about delivering attentive and genuine guest service. We were recognised in industry awards for our culture and development programmes, including internal training through Dakota Academy and promotions from within.

Applicant Requirements

• Waiting experience is beneficial but not required. Be an outgoing personality with effective communication skills.
• Ability to work at pace and be physically active for the duration of your shift.
• Willing and able to pour, serve and sell alcohol.
• Be able to be physically active in your role, standing for much of your shift and working at pace.
• An enthusiastic individual who will promote our culture of positivity.
• Be task oriented with a great pride for the work they do and attention to detail.
• Flexible with shift patterns and available around the needs of our business.
• Successful candidates must demonstrate having researched our brand and a genuine desire to be part of our team.

More Details

For more information on our luxury hotel, visit our Careers page to learn about current opportunities and find your #DreamRolesAtDakota. Alternatively please visit Website or Dakota Hotels Instagram.

Locations mentioned include Eurocentral, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle and upcoming Manchester Airport (coming soon).