At a Glance
- Tasks: Serve delicious food and drinks while creating memorable experiences for guests.
- Company: Join the stylish Dakota Hotel in the heart of Manchester.
- Benefits: Earn £13.55 per hour with flexible shifts and a fun work environment.
- Other info: Walk-in interviews on 24th October – no appointment needed!
- Why this job: Perfect for first-time job seekers looking to gain experience in hospitality.
- Qualifications: Outgoing personality and effective communication skills; experience is a plus but not required.
The predicted salary is between 13.55 - 13.55 £ per hour.
Company: Dakota Manchester | Location: Manchester, M1 | Job Type: Part time | Salary: £13.55 per hour
- Overview
- Dakota Hotel based in
MANCHESTER CITY CENTRE are seeking outgoing individuals to join our Food and Beverage team this festive season – ideal for someone with alternative commitments and seeking their first job.
Our location, 29 Ducie St, Manchester M1 2JL, is centrally located in the Piccadilly Basin, close to Piccadilly Station, ideally positioned for public transport users.
Contract & Pay Rate
The role is a zero‑hour, fixed‑term contract (17th Nov 2025 – 2nd Jan 2026).
Pay rate is national minimum wage plus tronc payments of at least £1.34 per hour.
Typical shifts start at 5 pm and include working weeks.
You must be available to work Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve.
- Primary Role Responsibilities
- Carry out the role of a waiter/waitress in our Bar and Grill, providing table service, taking guest orders and running large trays of delicious food to guest tables.
- Provide the highest levels of guest service, offering personalised dish and beverage recommendations, and delivering a memorable dining experience.
- Work closely with the Bar and Kitchen team to ensure effective flow of communication.
- Maintain comprehensive knowledge of food and beverage menu options to enhance the guest experience.
- Applicant Requirements
- Waiting experience is beneficial but not required; outgoing personality with effective communication skills.
- Ability to work at pace and be physically active for the duration of your shift.
- Willing and able to pour, serve and sell alcohol.
- Enthusiastic individual who promotes our culture of positivity.
- Task oriented with great pride for the work and attention to detail.
- Flexible with shift patterns and available around the needs of our business.
- Demonstrated research of our brand and genuine desire to join our team.
How to Apply
- We’re hosting walk‑in interviews on
- Friday 24th October, between 17:00 and 19:00
– no appointment needed!
Just bring your CV and proof of right to work (ID).
If you prefer, apply via the advert to secure a pre‑booked interview slot for the same date and time.
If successful, you’ll need to be available for induction and training on
Tuesday 11th November, from 10:00 to 16:30 .
About Dakota Hotels
Dakota is a growing UK‑based lifestyle brand, known for stylish hotels, bustling brasserie grills and upscale cocktail bars.
We have expanded into prime city centre locations across Glasgow, Leeds, Manchester and Newcastle, with Manchester Airport coming soon.
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