Waiter

Marriott Leeds; Ledston; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Marriott Leeds is seeking a friendly and proactive waiter to join the Gino D’Acampo restaurant and bar at Leeds Marriott Hotel. The role is 20 hours per week over 3 days, delivering warm, attentive Italian dining service to guests.

You will welcome guests, take orders, serve dishes and drinks, and work with the team to maintain high standards of presentation and hygiene. Experience in F&B is beneficial, and a positive attitude is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in waiter or Food & Beverage roles is beneficial.
• Strong communication and people skills are essential.
• Positive, friendly and outgoing attitude valued.
• Able to work as part of a team and support colleagues.
• Willingness to learn and develop in hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests warmly and provide attentive service throughout their dining experience.
• Take food and beverage orders accurately and serve them efficiently.
• Help create an enjoyable dining experience reflecting the restaurant atmosphere.
• Maintain tables and service areas clean, tidy and well presented.
• Work with colleagues to ensure smooth restaurant and bar operations.
• Respond to guest requests promptly and meet their needs.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and food hygiene.
• Engage with guests to create memorable experiences and encourage return visits.

Skills

Great communicator

Friendly personality

Team player

Organised with detail

Customer service

Interest in food & hospitality

Flexible & eager to learn

Job description

See where your journey can take you. At Leeds Marriott Hotel, we believe in seizing opportunities and making your own adventure. A world of opportunity awaits with every guest you meet – and you never know who might show up next.

That big world also extends to our global, diverse family of associates. Like most families, we’re a group of unique individuals who bring different strengths, styles, personalities and interests to the table. And this makes every single day a new discovery. So, we ask, where will your journey take you?

We are looking for an enthusiastic Waiter to join our team at Gino D’Acampo restaurant and bar at Leeds Marriott Hotel. Working 20 hours per week over 3 days, you will play an important role in delivering an exceptional Italian dining experience, ensuring every guest receives warm, attentive and professional service.

What you’ll do

• Welcome guests warmly and provide friendly, attentive service throughout their dining experience.

• Take food and beverage orders accurately and serve them efficiently.

• Help create an enjoyable dining experience that reflects the welcoming atmosphere and Italian spirit of Gino D’Acampo restaurant.

• Ensure tables and service areas are clean, tidy and well presented.

• Work closely with colleagues to ensure the smooth running of the restaurant and bar.

• Respond to guest requests and enquiries promptly, ensuring their needs are met.

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, presentation and food hygiene.

• Engage with guests and help create memorable experiences that encourage them to return.

What we’re looking for

• A great communicator who enjoys interacting with people.

• A positive, friendly and outgoing personality.

• A team player who is happy to support colleagues.

• An organised individual with a strong eye for detail.

• Someone who takes pride in delivering excellent customer service.

• A genuine interest in food, beverage and hospitality.

• A flexible and enthusiastic approach, with a willingness to learn and develop.

Previous experience in a waiter or Food & Beverage role would be beneficial, but a positive attitude and a passion for hospitality are just as important.

The impact you’ll make

You are a bright associate who is always looking for ways to improve service and go the extra mile. When you are on the floor at Gino D’Acampo restaurant, you create an atmosphere that is both welcoming and exciting. You take pride in delivering first-class customer service, offering a warm conversation and making helpful suggestions to enhance each guest’s dining experience.

Whether you’re taking an order, recommending a dish, serving a favourite drink or helping a guest celebrate a special occasion, your attention to detail and genuine care make all the difference. You help bring the restaurant experience to life, ensuring every guest feels valued and leaves with a reason to return.

About the hotel

Leeds Marriott Hotel offers immaculately appointed guest rooms and suites, each featuring comfortable bedding, a flat-screen TV, a spacious work desk, high-speed Wi-Fi and tea and coffee-making facilities. Guests seeking an elevated experience in the city centre can book one of our Executive rooms for complimentary access to our Lounge.

Our hotel also features a 24-hour Guest Fitness Centre and Gino D’Acampo restaurant and bar, offering guests an Italian dining experience in the heart of Leeds. For business meetings, celebrations and special occasions, we offer 17 flexible event spaces supported by knowledgeable planning and catering teams.

Located in the heart of Leeds, our hotel is close to some of the city's most celebrated destinations, including First Direct Arena and the University of Leeds.

Connect your passions with a rewarding opportunity

You’re enthusiastic about service, and with us, you’ll have the opportunity to refine and showcase your skills while building meaningful connections with guests and colleagues. Join our team at Gino D’Acampo restaurant and grow through opportunities to explore the business, develop your talents and discover different career paths.

No matter where your journey takes you, we’ll make sure you feel right at home.

This role requires the ability to move and lift up to 25 lbs and to stand, sit or walk for extended periods. Maintaining a professional appearance and wearing a clean uniform are also required.