Head Waiter

Stafffinders' Client; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team as a Head Waiter in beautiful Edinburgh! This exciting summer role involves coordinating weddings and leading a dedicated team to deliver exceptional dining experiences. With set dates from May to October, you'll ensure smooth service while managing a variety of responsibilities, from supervising staff to handling guest inquiries. If you have a passion for hospitality and a commitment to high service standards, this is the perfect opportunity to make a positive impact. Don't miss your chance to be part of a dynamic environment where your leadership skills will shine!

Benefits

Free On-Site Parking

Qualifications

• Strong background in supervisory roles within hospitality.
• Excellent communication skills and collaborative abilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise waiting staff and manage break schedules.
• Act as the main contact between kitchen staff and servers.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Job description

Join our vibrant team as a Head Waiter in beautiful Edinburgh!

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to take charge in a summer role coordinating weddings for our clients. If you have a passion for delivering exceptional service and leading a team, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Bring your experience and contribute to creating memorable dining experiences for our guests. The role involves set dates from May to October, during which we would need you to be available.

What you will get in your new role

• £12.21 per Hour
• On-Site Parking (Free)

Responsibilities in your new role as Head Waiter

As the Head Waiter, you will supervise all waiting staff, ensuring everyone understands their roles and responsibilities. You'll assign sections or tables to individual servers and manage break schedules. Acting as the main point of contact between kitchen staff and servers, you’ll ensure that tables are perfectly set with appropriate place settings, decorations, and seating arrangements. You'll run pre-service briefings to communicate event schedules, special requests, and menu details, while checking that all equipment, linens, and service stations are clean and orderly. Your leadership will ensure smooth and timely service of food and beverages, handling guest inquiries and dietary needs professionally and efficiently to uphold a high level of guest satisfaction.

Your personality, experience, and qualifications

To excel in this role, you should have a strong background in supervisory or leadership positions within the hospitality sector. You will possess excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with both front and back-of-house teams. A keen eye for detail and a commitment to high standards of service will ensure you thrive in our dynamic environment.

Your experience in restaurant or event settings, along with a passion for providing exceptional guest experiences, will set you apart as a candidate! If you are ready to lead a team and make a positive impact, we want to hear from you!

Apply now!

Please send us an up-to-date copy of your CV by clicking the Apply button. This position requires immediate Right to Work in the UK, and you will need to provide evidence of this upon request. Also, please include up-to-date contact details for at least two references.

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