Waiter / Waitress (Full Time)

Hickory's Smokehouse; York; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a renowned establishment known for its commitment to hospitality. Join a vibrant team as a Server and become part of a culture that values enthusiasm and personal growth. With exceptional training and progression opportunities, you'll learn the skills needed to shine in the hospitality industry. Enjoy a range of benefits including competitive pay, team meals, and a supportive work environment that prioritizes work-life balance. If you're ready to embark on a rewarding journey in hospitality, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Birthday reward meal

Free BBQ on shift

Paid occasions days off

25% discount for team members

Wellbeing support

Annual team social events

Refer a friend scheme up to £500

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm and drive for hospitality.
• Ability to take orders and manage a section.

Responsibilities

• Running a section within the restaurant.
• Taking orders and ensuring guest satisfaction.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

A-Level Equivalent

Degree Equivalent

Job description

Start an exciting new chapter in your hospitality career at Hickory's Smokehouse

We are thrilled to have been recently crowned the ‘Best Pub Employer’ for 2025 at The Publican Awards!

Join us as a Server

We offer a package of up to £15.31 per hour including Tip Jar.

If you think you could love our guests as much as we do, are bursting with enthusiasm & drive, we think you will fit right in.

Whether you are a lifelong chatterbox or need bringing out of your shell a bit, with loads of experience or new to all things hospitality, our award-winning training & team will help you learn the skills to ‘own the floor’ and become a true hospitality star. You’ll be responsible for running a section within your restaurant, taking orders, getting to know our local community, and ensuring guests leave ‘dancing out the door’!

We look after our team and are passionate about promoting hospitality as a top career choice.

Benefits & Rewards

• Up to £14.64 per hour including Tip Jar – that’s up to £3.00 per hour in tips!
• Excellent training & progression opportunities through our award-winning Hickory’s Training Academy.
• Qualification opportunities up to A-Level & Degree level equivalent.
• Birthday reward meal on us for you & your friends - every year.
• Free smokin’ BBQ on shift – team food & drinks menu.
• Christmas Day off work - every year.
• Paid occasions days off (Wedding day, kid’s first day at school, moving into first home & more).
• Team Player card – 25% discount for you & 5 friends in all Hickory’s (rising to 50% for loyal service).
• Wellbeing support & 24-hour access to our wellness programme.
• Work-life balance monitoring & management through our Red Zone.
• Annual team social & engagement calendar & team party.
• Fundraising activities for Cash For Kids to ‘give a bit back’.
• Up to £500 for you through our refer a friend scheme.

Up for the challenge? Click ‘apply’ now – it will be one heck of a ride!