Temporary Part Time Restaurant Staff

Brend Hotels; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A family-run hospitality company in the United Kingdom is looking for Waiting Staff to deliver excellent customer service, take and deliver orders, and assist in the Restaurant. No prior experience is essential as training will be provided. Benefits include competitive pay, paid holidays, and discounts at Brend Collection establishments.

Benefits

Paid holidays

Share of staff tips

Discounts when dining at Brend Collection

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and willingness to learn on the job.
• Good communication skills.
• Neat and tidy appearance (hair and fingernails).

Responsibilities

• Prepare station for service including stocking condiments.
• Welcome customers and receive orders.
• Serve food and drinks efficiently.
• Clear and relay tables as necessary.
• Participate in the cleaning of the Restaurant.

Skills

Positive attitude

Good communication skills

Neat and tidy appearance

Flexibility

Ability to follow instructions

Job description

Waiting Staff

6 weeks fixed term 23/11/25 till 3/1/2026

Location: Braunton Road Barnstaple Hotel EX31 1LE

Salary: up to £12.21 per hour

Hotel: The Barnstaple Hotel

Deadline to apply: 17/11/25

What will I be doing?

As Waiting Staff you will be responsible for working in all areas of food and beverage, delivering excellent customer service to all guests and non‑residents. You will take and deliver customer orders and work to achieve departmental targets.

• Prepare station for service which includes stocking condiments and linen as well as changing and servicing the cutlery available.
• Welcome customers, issue menus and receive and record customers’ orders if necessary alongside other members of the team.
• Serve food and drinks in a friendly and efficient manner.
• Clear and relay tables as necessary.
• Participate in the cleaning of the Restaurant alongside the other Waiting Staff.
• Understand and comply with company policy on HASAWA, fire precautions, legal requirements, and perform any other tasks that may be required from time to time.
• Assist other departments wherever necessary and maintain good working relationships.

What are we looking for?

• Positive attitude and willingness to learn on the job.
• Good communication skills.
• A neat and tidy appearance (hair and fingernails) and adherence to uniform requirements.
• Flexibility to respond to a range of different work situations.
• Ability to follow instructions and guidance, whilst also using your own initiative.
• Previous experience would be beneficial but is not essential, as full training will be provided.

What’s in it for me?

Competitive rates of pay, paid holidays, and a share of staff tips. Discounts when dining at any Brend Collection establishment and reduced accommodation rates. Brend Collection offers support and training throughout careers, providing genuine opportunities for progression within a successful local company.

What is it like to work for Brend Collection?

Brend Collection is a family‑run company that has been a leader in West Country hospitality for over fifty years. We have a passion for excellence and we pour our hearts and souls into making sure we exceed customer expectations time and time again. Our amazing team members are at the heart of it all!