Senior Waiter: Lead Service & Seafood Expertise

Rick Stein; Poole; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free staff meals

Discounts across Rick SteinRestaurants

Training and development

Progression opportunities

Inclusive team culture

Extra holiday allowance after 5 years

Job summary

Rick Stein Restaurants is seeking an experienced Senior Waiter/Waitress to join our front-of-house team. If you love great hospitality, you’ll lead a section during service and share expert knowledge of our seafood-focused menus.

You’ll deliver relaxed dining experiences, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with kitchen and bar to ensure seamless service. This role offers training, progression opportunities, staff meals, and generous discounts within the group.

Qualifications

• Friendly, positive attitude and natural hospitality.
• Previous waiting experience, with confidence running a section independently.
• Genuine interest in food, wine, and seafood.
• Strong communication skills and confidence engaging with guests.
• A team player who thrives in a busy, professional environment.
• Someone who leads by example and takes pride in great service.

Responsibilities

• Deliver relaxed, memorable dining experiences for every guest.
• Leading a section during service and supporting the wider front-of-house team.
• Sharing expert knowledge of our menus, daily specials, wines, and drinks.
• Anticipating guest needs and offering thoughtful recommendations.
• Working closely with the kitchen and bar to ensure seamless service.
• Supporting and mentoring junior team members during service.
• Upholding the high standards that define the Rick Stein name at all times.

Skills

Hospitality

Section leadership

Food & wine interest

Communication skills

Team player

Lead by example

Job description

Rick Stein Restaurants is seeking an experienced Senior Waiter/Waitress to join our front-of-house team. If you love great hospitality, you’ll lead a section during service and share expert knowledge of our seafood-focused menus.

You’ll deliver relaxed dining experiences, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with kitchen and bar to ensure seamless service. This role offers training, progression opportunities, staff meals, and generous discounts within the group.