Waiter M/F - Hotel Infante Sagres

Hospitaliti; Porto; On-site; EUR 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and career development

Mobility across venues

Discounts across venues

Job summary

Hotel Infante Sagres Restaurant in Porto opens in 2026 as the signature dining destination of the group's Porto portfolio. As a Waiter, you will welcome guests, present the menu, take orders and ensure a warm, seamless dining experience while maintaining knowledge of dishes, ingredients and drinks.

You will work evenings, weekends and public holidays, collaborating with kitchen and bar teams to deliver outstanding service in a high-end setting that fuses Portuguese cuisine with Experimental's

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Waiter or in a similar role.
• Proactive, autonomous and adaptable with excellent hospitality.
• Strong communication with guests and teams in Portuguese and English.
• Knowledge of Micros systems would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests and look after them from seating to farewell.
• Present the menu and drinks list, make recommendations and adapt to guest tastes.
• Take orders, relay to kitchen and bar, and handle payments.
• Serve food and drinks following service standards.
• Maintain knowledge of menu, ingredients, allergens and trends.
• Set up floor before service and perform end-of-service tasks: clearing and resetting tables.
• Keep work areas clean and functional and collaborate with kitchen, bar and floor teams.

Skills

Hospitality experience

Customer service

Team communication

Portuguese-English bilingual

Tools

Micros systems

Job description

ABOUT US

Famous for introducing cocktail bar culture to Paris in 2007, Experimental redefined hospitality with innovative cocktail bars and boutique hotels across Europe and beyond. Over the years, destinations have expanded from major European capitals such as Rome, Paris, and London to more seasonal locations like Comporta, Ibiza, or Menorca in the summer, and the ski resorts of Verbier and Val d’Isère in the winter. The group also operates venues in Porto, Venice, New York, Biarritz, and the Cotswolds. Each of our unique destinations blends design, creativity, and exceptional service, with exciting new openings on the horizon.

ABOUT HOTEL INFANTE SAGRES RESTAURANT

Opening at the end of 2026 in the heart of Porto's historic city centre, Hotel Infante Sagres' restaurant will be the signature dining destination of the city's first five-star hotel. Designed by interior designer Dorothée Meilichzon, the restaurant will offer a warm, elegant and joyful setting where Experimental's spirit of hospitality meets the richness of Portuguese cuisine and products. Join Experimental and be part of an opening where creativity, passion and the joy of hospitality come together on the Porto scene.

ABOUT THE POSITION

As a Waiter, you will be responsible for delivering a warm and seamless experience to our guests.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Welcome guests with warmth and look after them throughout their experience, from seating to farewell
• Present the menu and drinks list, make recommendations and adapt to each guest’s tastes and dietary requirements
• Take orders accurately, pass them on to the kitchen and bar, and handle bills and payments
• Serve food and drinks with care, following our service standards
• Maintain excellent knowledge of our menu, ingredients, allergens and drinks, and stay curious about new dishes and trends
• Set up the floor before service and perform end-of-service tasks: clearing, cleaning and resetting tables, and getting everything ready for the next service
• Keep all work areas in optimal condition (cleanliness, maintenance and functionality)
• Work closely with the kitchen, bar and floor teams to ensure a smooth service

ABOUT YOU

You have proven experience as a Waiter or in a similar role.

You are proactive, autonomous, and adaptable, able to manage priorities efficiently, and have an excellent sense of hospitality and customer service.

You communicate easily with both teams and guests, using appropriate and professional communication skills in Portuguese and English.

You are attentive to detail and always focused on guest needs.

Knowledge of Micros systems would be an advantage.

Finally, you are available to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

We take pride in recruiting, developing, and retaining the most motivated and talented individuals from all backgrounds and skill sets.

Here’s what we offer:

• Training and career development opportunities.
• Mobility possibilities across France, Italy, Switzerland, the US, the UK, the Balearic Islands, and more.
• Attractive discounts across all our venues (cocktail bars, wine bars, and restaurants).

Experience in the hospitality industry is preferred.

Please see the full vacancy for the benefits offered by Hotel Infante Sagres.