Food And Beverage Assistant

Hastings Hotels Group; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free staff meals

Employee discounts

Cash and credit card tips

Excellent service charge shared across

Career progression and development

Job summary

Hastings Hotels is seeking a reliable and enthusiastic team member to join the Food & Beverage Team at the Europa Hotel in Belfast. Hours cover breakfast, lunch, dinner and functions, with a pay rate of £9.55–£12.75 per hour for a casual position.

Training is provided and benefits include staff meals, discounts and a share of service charges. Applicants should have GCSEs, good English, and strong customer service skills; right to work in the UK is required.

Qualifications

• Good Command of English Language
• Right to Work in the United Kingdom
• Must be educated to GCSE level or the equivalent with grades A-C in English and Maths
• Must have excellent communication and basic numeracy skills
• Must have a professional appearance
• Previous experience serving food and beverages

Responsibilities

• To serve food and beverages to guests ensuring the highest standard of service and that all guest needs and expectations are met.
• To ensure all cash, charges, floats and till procedures are carried out correctly
• Greeting guests and responding to their queries
• To ensure all equipment and materials are used in the correct manner and any problems are reported immediately
• To always maintain the security of stock areas, immediately reporting any breaches.
• To be knowledgeable about the hotel offerings and be proactive in the sale of these to guests.
• To ensure that guest concerns are dealt with politely and efficiently, reporting them to the Supervisor/Manager on duty.
• To work effectively with colleagues to ensure a harmonious working environment where all employees are treated with respect and dignity.
• To comply with all health, safety and hygiene policies and procedures.
• Any other duties as required by management.

Skills

Bar Service

Exceptional Customer Service

Responding to Customer Needs

Exceeding Customer Expectations

Education

GCSE English and Maths

Job description

Hastings Hotels is a family owned, luxury hotel group based in Northern Ireland.

We value our people. It's our people who provide the excellent experience we offer to all our guests. When we work together we can do amazing things.

We are seeking a reliable and enthusiastic person to become part of our Food & Beverage Team at the exclusive Europa Hotel.

Under the inspiring leadership of our General Manager, Andy McNeill, you will have the opportunity to work with our friendly team, develop your skills and enjoy the variety offered by a role in hospitality. Find out more about why our people love working for Hastings Hotels here.

Hours vary to cover breakfast, lunch, dinner and evening functions.

The rate of pay for this casual position ranges from £9.55ph-£12.75ph depending on age

We offer a range of benefits including free staff meals, employee discounts, cash and credit card tips, an excellent service charge shared across the team and opportunities for career progression and development.

The company reserves the right to apply enhanced short-listing criteria.

To find out more about Hastings Hotels and what our company offers please visit https://www.hastingshotels.com/careers.html

Hastings Hotels is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

About The Role

To be responsible for serving food & beverages for the greatest enjoyment of our guests. To maintain the cleanliness and presentation of the service areas according to Hastings Standards.

• To serve food and beverages to guests ensuring the highest standard of service and that all guest needs and expectations are met. Typical tasks include, clearing and setting tables, taking orders, serving food and beverages and taking payments.
• To ensure all cash, charges, floats and till procedures are carried out correctly
• Greeting guests and responding to their queries
• To ensure all equipment and materials are used in the correct manner and any problems are reported immediately
• To always maintain the security of stock areas, immediately reporting any breaches.
• To be knowledgeable about the hotel offerings and be proactive in the sale of these to guests.
• To ensure that guest concerns are dealt with politely and efficiently, reporting them to the Supervisor/Manager on duty.
• To work effectively with colleagues to ensure a harmonious working environment where all employees are treated with respect and dignity.
• To comply with all health, safety and hygiene policies and procedures.
• Any other duties as required by management.

About You

We would love you to have some similar previous experience, but this is not essential as our Food and Beverage Team will provide you with full training.

Required Criteria

• Good Command of English Language
• Right to Work in the United Kingdom
• Must be educated to GCSE level or the equivalent with grades A-C in English and Maths
• Must have excellent communication and basic numeracy skills
• Must have a professional appearance

Desired Criteria

• Previous experience serving food and beverages

Skills Needed

Bar Service, Exceptional Customer Service Skills, Responding to Customer Needs, Exceeding Customer Expectations

About The Company

For more than 60 years, we have built a reputation for placing quality at the heart of everything we do. Our properties boast exceptional interior design and are meticulously maintained, while we source local food and drink to provide our guests with an unparalleled dining experience. At Hastings Hotels, we understand that our guests remember the small details, such an open fire in the front hall, supremely comfortable beds, and fabulous breakfast. That’s why we place a great emphasis on recruitment, induction, and integrating our staff into their department, hotel, and the Group. We believe that the right behaviours and attitudes are more critical than every last qualification, and we can help you attain that. We’re committed to working with you to help develop your career with us, and we promise to do everything we can to support you on that journey.

Company Culture

At Hastings Hotels, we know that great hospitality starts with great people. We have been proud to operate as a business grounded in care, respect, and opportunity, where every team member is valued, supported, and celebrated for who they are and what they contribute. To support your employee journey and your skills development, we provide comprehensive on-the-job training and personalised career development programs, ensuring a fulfilling career with us. This commitment to diversity and inclusion has been recognised by the Equality Commission for Northern Ireland (ECNI), and we are proud to be recognised as one of Northern Ireland’s top employers. From physical and mental wellbeing to learning, inclusion, and personal growth, our people are at the heart of everything we do.

Company Benefits

We offer a range of benefits including free staff meals, cash and credit card tips, employee discounts, 29 days holiday plus your birthday, and opportunities for career progression and development.

Vacation, Paid time off, Retirement plan and/or pension, Employee development programs, Employee discounts, Competitive salary, Preferential room rates, Family and friends rates, Discount on meals purchased , Discount on spa treatments or products, Free meals during shifts, Free parking or Discounted parking , Employee Assistance Scheme, Wellbeing Scheme, Employee Recognition Scheme, On the job learning, Access to Health & Wellbeing app, Long service awards, Staff celebration events, Company employee App

Salary

£9.55 - £12.75 per hour