Head Waiter

Knekt Hub Ltd

Bath, England, gb

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.

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