Host

Mitchells & Butlers plc; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Competitive wage

Employee discounts

On-site parking

Job summary

Mitchells & Butlers plc in Edinburgh seeks a friendly Restaurant Host to warmly welcome guests, seat them and coordinate table allocations. You will collaborate with the team to create a welcoming, buzzing dining environment and ensure smooth service throughout shifts.

The role rewards strong guest service, calm under pressure, and keen attention to detail, with full or part‑time hours available. Employment may include early starts and shift work.

Qualifications

• A passion for guest service.
• Enjoys engaging with new people.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisation.

Responsibilities

• Greet and seat guests; manage table allocation.
• Ensure guests receive a warm welcome and great service.
• Work with the team to maintain a friendly, buzzing atmosphere.
• Help deliver smooth running of service.

Skills

Guest service

Team player

Calm under pressure

Attention to detail

Job description

What you’ll do in this role:

• Ensure each and every one of our guests receive a warm welcome and have a great service experience
• Greet and seat guests, managing table allocation
• You’ll work with the team on shift to create a friendly, buzzing atmosphere for our guests to enjoy
• Helping the team to deliver the smooth running of service

What we look for in our Restaurant Hosts:

• A passion for excellent guest service
• Enjoys engaging with new people
• Enjoys and wants to be an active member of a team
• Taking PRIDE in maintaining highest standards of cleanliness and safety
• The ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure
• Skilled in organising and planning
• A great eye for detail.
• We can offer you a personalised induction based on your current skills and knowledge, then set you some tailored goals within our S.T.A.R. development programme. This will help you progress to the next level, and beyond.

What we can offer:

• Great Work / life balance – We can offer Full or Part time hours along with accommodating any other commitments you may have
• Competitive Wage – We offer a competitive starting rate with annual pay reviews, Cut of Tips, Free Airport Staff Parking and much more.
• Employee discounts – 33% off in our fellow brands for you and family. Including Miller and Carter, Toby Carvery, Browns Restaurant and many more.
• On-site parking – Free staff parking for Team Members working 3+ shifts per week

Due to Airport Security reasons, a Full 5 year background check will be carried out and a Clean Criminal Record is required.

Opening Hours are 4am-9pm, please check travel arrangements prior to applying.

A valid Passport or UK Drivers Licence is essential.

Shift Patterns are 3:30am - 12pm or 11am-8pm.

Advertised pay rate is inclusive or Tips and Service Charge which can vary from around £25-£45 per day