Waiting Staff

Banana Tree; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay

Employee discounts

Flexible contracts

Apprenticeships & development

Wellbeing & support

Perks & rewards

Team celebrations

Job summary

Banana Tree in the United Kingdom is hiring a Waiting Staff to deliver warm welcomes and memorable dining experiences. You’ll guide guests through our bold Southeast Asian menu and help create moments that keep guests returning.

No heavy experience required—bring a positive attitude and love for hospitality. You’ll join a friendly, inclusive team with flexible shifts and opportunities to grow within the brand.

Responsibilities

• Deliver consistent, memorable service to every guest.
• Be a sparkling personality, building rapport in a fast-paced environment.
• Guide guests through our menu, making recommendations tailored to their tastes.
• Work as part of a team that lifts each other up and celebrates wins together.
• Share your ideas—we have an open-door policy and value every voice.

Job description

Your Adventure Starts Here – as a Waiting Staff at BananaTree

AtBanana Tree, we believe every great journeybegins with a warm welcome and a smile. If you’re the kind of person whothrives on energy, loves connecting with people, and dreams of faraway placeslike the jungles of Borneo or the street food stalls of Malaysia, then this isyour calling.

As a Waiting Staff, you’re not just delivering dishes—you’redelivering experiences. From the zing of a Vietnamese salad to the comfort of acreamy Katsu, you’ll guide our guests through a menu packed with bold flavoursand vibrant stories.

This is more than a job. It’s your first step into a worldof flavour, culture, and unforgettable moments. Join our team and help us bringthe spirit of Southeast Asia to every table.

At Banana Tree, our food takes you places—and so can thisrole.

Why Join Banana Tree?

We know that happy teams create the best experiences, so weoffer:

• Hourly pay and opportunity to earn Tronc
• 50% Employee Discount – Enjoy discounts across Big Table Group brands, plus 25% off for friends & family.
• Flexible Working – Negotiable contracts to suit your lifestyle.
• Career Growth – Fully funded apprenticeships and development opportunities (Hospitality Team Member Level 2).
• Wellbeing & Support – Our Employee Assistance Program includes a 24/7 virtual GP, mental health support, healthcare cash plan, dental plan, counselling, fitness & diet plans.
• Perks & Rewards – Access wages before payday, salary finance support, discounted gym memberships, and savings on theme parks, shopping, and entertainment.
• Team Celebrations – Competitions, team parties, and even a chance to win e-points to spend on your favourite retailers

What You’ll Do as a Waiting Staff:

• Deliver consistent, memorable service to everyguest.
• Be a sparkling personality, building rapport ina fast-paced environment—this is YOUR stage!
• Guide guests through our menu, makingrecommendations tailored to their tastes.
• Work as part of a team that lifts each other upand celebrates wins together.
• Shareyour ideas—we have a genuine open-door policy and value every team member’svoice!

Who We’re Looking For:

If you love hospitality, enjoy chatting with people, and take pride in making guests feel welcome, you could be exactly who we’re looking for.

At Banana Tree, our front of house teams are the face of everything we do. From warm welcomes and great service to creating those little moments that keep guests coming back, you’ll play a big part in making every visit feel special. You’ll be part of a friendly, supportive team where you can be yourself, learn new skills, and grow in confidence.

We’re proud to be an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process, just let us know – we’re always happy to help.

Thinking about using AI tools for your application? They can help you get started, but what really stands out to us is you – your personality, enthusiasm, and love for looking after guests.

What’s the process?
Application → CV review → interview → offer and onboarding

You don’t need loads of experience – just a positive attitude, a smile, and a genuine love for hospitality. If you enjoy working with people and being part of a buzzing restaurant team, we’d love to welcome you to Banana Tree.