Waiter/Waitress

Compass Group; Poole; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service provider is looking for a Waiter/Waitress to deliver exceptional customer service in Poole. The role involves greeting guests, serving customers, and maintaining health and hygiene standards. Ideal candidates are passionate about service, able to make decisions, and work well under pressure. A full-time contract of 35 hours per week is offered, with excellent opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Passion for delivering outstanding service.
• Take initiative and make customer-focused decisions.
• Excellent team player with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Greet and look after guests to ensure their satisfaction.
• Serve customers and provide a seamless experience.
• Be knowledgeable about the menu and make recommendations.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Team player

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

We're looking for Waiter/Waitress who will be the face of our business, delivering exceptional customer service for Defence on a full time basis, contracted to 35 hours per week. You'll join a team that takes real pride in what they do - pride in our food, pride in our brand but most of all pride in our people.

Please note: This role is contracted to 50 weeks per year

Could you bring your spark to Defence? Here's what you need to know before applying:

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Greeting and looking after our guests so they go home delighted
• Serving customers, ensuring they receive an easy and seamless personalised experience
• Being knowledgeable about the menu and making recommendations to our guests
• Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations

Our ideal Waiter/Waitress will:

• Have a passion for delivering outstanding service, greeting customers with a smile and serving them with pride
• Take initiative and make decisions that are right for our customers
• Be an excellent team player with great communication skills
• Have a desire to succeed in your role
• Possess the ability to work under pressure

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.

Job Reference: com/2907/95933001/51812516/BU #Defence

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!