Head Waiter
Bath & North Somerset, BA1
Job Description
This Restaurant is Bath's only Michelin Starred Restaurant. Located within a stylish Hotel in Upper Bath, we are actively looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Head Waiter. The ideal candidate will be an essential part of our journey towards a world-class dining experience.
Salary
£30,031 plus £1500-£2000 tips
Essentials
* Required to work in all areas of F&B in the business, including bar, room service and breakfast. The phrase ‘that’s not my job’ is not part of our ethos.
* Strong passion for food, drinks and delivering exceptional guest experiences.
* Based on 43 hours a week, worked over 5 days.
* 1 day lunch and dinner, 3 days working dinner only and 1 breakfast split (8-11am /break / 4-11) a week.
* A strong knowledge of wine will be essential, preferably WSET Level 2, not essential.
* Impeccable presentation and personal standards.
* Punctual time management. Every second counts.
* Ability to cope with pressure and multi-task.
* Good communication skills.
* Ambition to grow within the company.
* Ability to supervise and train staff as well as running the restaurant in the absence of the manager/assistant manager.
* Knowledge of bar service and cocktails would be advantageous.
Minimum Required Experience
Previous front of house experience is essential, preferably in a similar role or establishment. Training will be provided, but a good level of service skills and knowledge will help you hit the ground running.
A strong knowledge of wine is essential, preferably WSET Level 2.
Our Benefits
* Free meals on duty to keep you fuelled and nourished.
* 50% off taxis to and from work between 11pm and 6:30am up to a maximum of £10.
* A complimentary FIVE course tasting menu and wine pairing for you and one guest at the Restaurant, which can be enjoyed after every 6 months of service subject to availability.
* After every complete year of service, each team member is welcome to stay in the hotel, dine and have breakfast with a plus one.
* Friends and Family rate of £95 inclusive of breakfast for two, subject to availability.
* Exceptional career progression within an ambitious privately owned company.
* Offering ongoing training opportunities to keep you at the top of your game.
* Auto enrolment onto the Now pension scheme.
* Free uniform provided to ensure you look fabulous.
* In-house Social Committee who focus on organizing team building events every quarter.
Examples of Upcoming Events in 2024
* A trip to Fine Wines Direct in Cardiff.
* A visit to Ivy House Farm followed by a curry.
* A team outing to Lane 7.