Waiter / Waitress

Searcys; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant in London's prestigious National Portrait Gallery seeks a dedicated Waiter/Waitress to join their team. You will support floor managers, ensuring seamless service and guest satisfaction. Competitive hourly payment, training opportunities, and generous benefits await you in this iconic culinary setting.

Benefits

50% discount across Searcys venues

Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme

Up to 33 days annual leave

Employee assistance programme

Meals provided on shift

Access to everyday discounts

Enrolment into Searcys Champagne School

Qualifications

• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Experience in delivering exceptional food and beverage service.
• Proven skills in guest interactions.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional service to guests.
• Participate in food and beverage services.
• Assist in restaurant setup and nurture junior staff.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Hands on and proactive approach

Strong organisational skills

Excellent time management

Passion for food and beverage

Job description

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Company Description

Searcys are looking for a dynamic Waiter/waitress to join the team at the National Portrait Gallery Restaurant.

Company Description

Searcys are looking for a dynamic Waiter/waitress to join the team at the National Portrait Gallery Restaurant.

We are looking for an experienced and dedicated Waiter / Waitress to assist the floor managers in the day to day running of the National Portrait Gallery Restaurant . As a Searcys waiter you will be required to run sections, understanding and delivering all guests requirements and offering seamless service, food and drink

Searcys were very fortunate to have opened the extraordinary Portrait Restaurant based in London's iconic National Portrait Gallery in collaboration with Michelin starred chef Richard Corrigan. Shortly after opening we have been recognised in the industry for delivering world class food and drink and are now one of the top restaurants to visit in London.

As a Waiter you will receive the following industry leading benefits:

• 50% discount across Searcys venues
• Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme
• Up to 33 days annual leave (dependant on job role)
• Access to everyday discounts and communication portal
• Employee assistance programme
• Enrolment into Searcys Champagne School
• Meals provided on shift when working within one of our venue
• Tronc and overtime paid
  
  

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced and dedicated Waiter / Waitress to assist the floor managers in the day to day running of the National Portrait Gallery Restaurant . As a Searcys waiter you will be required to run sections, understanding and delivering all guests requirements and offering seamless service, food and drink.

Job Type: Full Time

Salary: Up to £16.50 per hour Inlusive of Tronc

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide exceptional service to our guests
• To successfully participate in the delivery of all food and beverage services
• Take part in the setup of restaurant and events
• Nurture and develop new commis waiters
• Adhere to all company policies and departmental procedures/trainings
• Liaise with key people in all necessary areas of the business to ensure the provision of food and service is consistent and in line with menu/standards set by the managers
• Deal effectively and courteously with guest requests, and to refer them to the line manager, if necessary
  
  

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills
• Hands on and proactive approach
• Able to work autonomously and as part of a team
• Passion for food and beverage
• Excellent time management
• Strong organisational skills
  
  

Additional Information

Searcys has a full blended learning programme that includes formal qualifications, classroom training, eLearning and on the job training. We are proud of the investment we make in developing our people to raise their standards to be the best they can be.

Everyone who joins Searcys will attend our induction where they learn more about us and be supported throughout their journey with us. We invest in development opportunities and are looking to recruit, train and retain the best people for our own future talent.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Hospitality

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