Front of House Assistant

The Botanist Edinburgh; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% discount for you and up to 5 guest

Free meals on shift

Birthday off

Staff training and development

Hospitable team environment

Job summary

The Botanist Edinburgh is seeking a Front of House Assistant to join our welcoming hospitality team. You’ll support both the restaurant floor and the bar, helping ensure smooth service and friendly guest experiences from opening until close.

This role is ideal for someone looking to start or build a career in hospitality. Previous experience is beneficial but not essential, as you’ll receive comprehensive training and ongoing support from seasoned colleagues.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and a genuine desire to deliver great hospitality.
• Hospitality experience is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support restaurant and bar operations during service.
• Deliver food and drinks to guests.
• Maintain clean, welcoming guest areas.
• Assist with stock replenishment and daily operations.
• Help create a positive atmosphere throughout the venue.
• Work closely with colleagues to deliver excellent service.

Skills

Positive attitude

Hospitality experience

Teamwork

Job description

The Botanist Edinburgh are hiring a Front of House Assistant!

Great hospitality is a team effort, and our Front of House Assistants play a vital role in creating memorable experiences for every guest who walks through our doors.

As a Front of House Assistant, you'll support both the restaurant floor and bar team, helping everything run smoothly while ensuring our spaces remain welcoming, organised and ready for great service.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to start or build a career in hospitality while working as part of a supportive and energetic team.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting restaurant and bar operations throughout service
• Delivering food and drinks to guests
• Maintaining clean, welcoming guest areas
• Supporting stock replenishment and daily operations
• Helping create a positive atmosphere throughout the venue
• Working closely with colleagues to deliver excellent service

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for people who enjoy working with others, have a positive attitude, thrive in fast-paced environments and take pride in delivering great hospitality.

Previous hospitality experience is beneficial but not essential.

Why Join The Botanist Edinburgh?

You’ll receive:

• 50% discount for you and up to 5 guests across our venues
• Free meals on shift
• Your birthday and the day after guaranteed off
• Access to TRONC through TiPJAR
• Wagestream financial wellbeing support and earned wage access
• Education subsidies to support personal development
• Confidential support through Hospitality Action
• Comprehensive training and ongoing support

If you're looking for a role where no two shifts are the same and every day is about creating great experiences, we'd love to hear from you!