Waiter/Waitress

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

Benefits offered by this job

Staff meals

Staff discounts

Training

Career progression

Inclusive team

Extra holiday

Job summary

Rick Stein Restaurants in Padstow is seeking 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.

You’ll work across St Petroc’s Bistro and Ruby’s Bar, sharing knowledge of menus, daily specials and drinks, and helping guests feel genuinely welcome in a busy, friendly atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Friendly, positive attitude with hospitality mindset.
• Waiting experience preferred but not essential; training provided.
• Interest in food, wine and seafood is a plus.
• Confident in recommending dishes and drinks to guests.
• Team player who works well in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Create relaxed, memorable dining experiences for every guest.
• Share knowledge of menus, daily specials, and drinks with confidence.
• Anticipate guest needs and offer thoughtful recommendations.
• Work closely with kitchen and bar to deliver seamless service.
• Uphold Rick Stein’s high standards.

Skills

Hospitality

Customer service

Upselling

Wine knowledge

Tools

POS system

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,
St Petroc’s Bistro was the second of Rick Stein and Jill Stein’s restaurants opened in 1988. Our Bistro has grown over the years specialising in bistro food from Britain, France, Spain and Italy. In 2016 Ruby’s Bar was opened next door to St Petroc’s Bistro, our front of house team enjoy looking after guests at both St Petroc’s Bistro and Ruby’s Bar.