Waiter / Waitress

TN United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic Waiters/Waitresses to join their vibrant team. This role offers the chance to be part of a family-run restaurant group known for its authentic Italian cuisine and exceptional service. You will be responsible for creating a welcoming atmosphere, taking orders, and ensuring guests have a memorable dining experience. With numerous benefits including free meals, staff discounts, and opportunities for professional development, this position is perfect for those looking to grow in the hospitality sector. Join a dynamic team and make a positive impact in your community!

Benefits

Free Meals on Duty

50% Staff Discount

Refer a Friend Bonus

Elevate Training Academy

Volunteering Days

Wagestream

Legal and Financial Advice

Colleague of the Month Awards

San Carlo Awards

Best in Class Pension

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is required.
• Must be highly organized and capable of multitasking.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and escort them to their tables.
• Take orders and serve food and beverages efficiently.
• Ensure guest satisfaction throughout their meal.

Skills

Customer Service

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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San Carlo Leeds is hiring a Waiter/Waitress!

Our story

The Distefano family, spanning two generations, started San Carlo over 30 years ago and has seen it grow to twenty-five authentic Italian restaurants across the UK – from Covent Garden, Piccadilly, and Knightsbridge in London to Bristol, Leicester, Liverpool, Leeds, Cheshire, and Manchester, with a growing number overseas – including Kuwait, Bangkok, and Qatar, and with new sites set to open in Miami.

Benefits:

• Free Meals on Duty - Delicious, healthy meals, all free
• 50% Staff Discount - For you and your friends and family, in any of our restaurants around the UK
• Refer a Friend - Bring your friends and earn up to £1,000 per person
• Elevate Training Academy - Commitment to training and continuing professional development with our San Carlo training app
• Volunteering Days - Give back with dedicated volunteering days, making a positive impact in your community
• Squadra App - Offering you discounts and rewards with thousands of companies worldwide
• Wagestream - Access to earned pay at any point of the month
• Legal and Financial Advice - Free legal and financial advice for you and your family
• Colleague of the Month - Monthly recognition awards where all San Carlo colleagues are celebrated
• San Carlo Awards - Our annual San Carlo Awards, dedicated to celebrating the incredible talent and hard work of our colleagues
• Global Opportunities - The chance to work at one of our many international restaurants, from Dubai to Miami
• Best in Class Pension - San Carlo is partnered with an industry-leading pension provider, ensuring your hard work today supports your tomorrow

Key Responsibilities:

• Greeting guests as they arrive at the restaurant and escorting them to their table
• Presenting menus to guests and taking orders for food and drinks
• Making recommendations to guests regarding food and beverage selections
• Serving food and beverages to guests in a timely and efficient manner
• Checking on guests throughout their meal to ensure satisfaction and address any issues
• Processing payment for meals and handling cash and credit card transactions
• Assisting with the setup and clean-up of the restaurant before and after service
• Cleaning and resetting tables for the next guests
• Collaborating with kitchen and bar staff to ensure that food and beverages are delivered accurately and on time

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Experience in a similar role
• Meticulous attention to detail, highly organised, and capable of handling multiple tasks
• A proactive self-starter who can work independently with good judgement and minimal direction