Waiter

Rick Stein Careers; Poole; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Staff meals

Training & development

Career progression

Supportive team

Extra holiday days

Retail discounts

Job summary

Rick Stein Restaurants in Poole is seeking a friendly Waiter/Waitress to join our front-of-house team. You will greet guests, take orders, and deliver memorable dining experiences with warmth and attentiveness.

We offer training, real tips, staff meals, generous discounts, and opportunities to progress within a respected hospitality group. If you love great food and guest service, we'd love to meet you.

Qualifications

• Friendly, positive attitude and hospitality focus.
• Interest in food, wine, and seafood.
• Willingness to learn and be trained for the role.

Responsibilities

• Create relaxed, memorable dining experiences for guests.
• Share knowledge of menus, specials, and drinks with confidence.
• Anticipate guest needs and offer recommendations.
• Collaborate with kitchen and bar to ensure seamless service.
• Uphold Rick Stein’s high standards.

Skills

Hospitality

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Great food. Genuine hospitality. A place to grow.

At Rick Stein Restaurants, we’re all about fresh seafood, simple cooking done brilliantly, and making every guest feel genuinely welcome. We’re now looking for an enthusiastic Waiter / Waitress to join our front-of-house team.

If you love great food, enjoy talking to people, and take pride in delivering exceptional service, we’d love to meet you.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Creating relaxed, memorable dining experiences for every guest
• Sharing knowledge of our menus, daily specials, and drinks with confidence
• Anticipating guest needs and offering thoughtful recommendations
• Working closely with the kitchen and bar to deliver seamless service
• Upholding the high standards that define the Rick Stein name

What We’re Looking For

• A friendly, positive attitude and a natural sense of hospitality
• Previous waiting experience (great, but not essential - we'll train the right person)
• An interest in food, wine, and seafood
• Confidence in recommending dishes, sides, and drinks to enhance the guest experience
• A team player who thrives in a busy, professional environment

What You’ll Get

• Competitive pay plus tips
• Free staff meals and generous discounts across Rick Stein Restaurants, Rooms and Shops
• Ongoing training and development (including food, wine, and upselling skills)
• Opportunities to progress within a respected hospitality group
• A supportive, inclusive team culture
• Extra holiday allowance for length of service, up to 5 extra days after 5 yearss
• Access to discounts on 100s of retailers, health, entertainment, travel & more

If you're passionate about hospitality and want to be part of a restaurant group that values quality, warmth, and professionalism.