Commis Waiter / Waitress

Job Description

APPLLICANTS MUST HAVE VALID RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK!

• Full-time
• Employment Type: Permanent
• Average Hours Per Week: 40
• Salary £14.40 per hour

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing the Back of House ready for service, e.g. polishing plates, glassware and cutlery
• Making sure your workstation is always clean and tidy
• Light cleaning duties towards the end of service.
• Disposing of recyclables and various waste streams
• Delivering food and beverage to the restaurant for waiters to serve
• Preparing teas and coffees
• Relaying tables for restaurant services
• Abide by company policies and departmental procedures/trainings
• Liaise with key people in all necessary areas (kitchen, floor, bar, etc…) of the business to ensure the provision of food and service is consistent and in line with menu/standards set by the managers
• Deal effectively and courteously with customer requests, and to refer them to the line manager, if necessary
• To ensure that all legislative and Government guidelines are adhered to, including The Food Safety Act, Health and Safety at Work Act, the COSHH regulations, etc. within the areas of responsibility including all other requirements as described in the Searcys Health & Safety Policy
• To comply with all legal requirements with particular reference to (but not exclusively) fire regulations, security, licence requirements and any Local Authority or Client stipulations and any other reasonable request of Senior Management

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills
• Hands on and proactive approach
• Able to work autonomously and as part of a team
• Passion for food and beverage
• Excellent time management
• Strong organisational skills

Additional Information

We are the oldest caterer in the UK, having been founded in 1847, working with us will give you an opportunity to be part of some of London’s most prestigious events, gaining insights and mentoring from skilled and experienced colleagues, as well as getting a chance to be part of a storied legacy in the hospitality industry.

A career at Searcys means you are part of something special, we are an employer with a rich history, and an established reputation which will provide you with an enormous sense of pride and belonging.

To find out more on the rich history of Searcys, please visit our website at