Job description
THE COMPANY
Dobson & Parnell is a bustling, smart, reliable, grown-up casual fine-dine restaurant on Newcastle’s vibrant quayside. Specialising in perfectly-executed, refined British and European cuisine, utilising preserving techniques and using ethically-sourced local, sustainable and seasonal produce.
BENEFITS
- Flexible working hours- we want you to have a work-life balance too
- Staff discount at all the restaurants in our group
- Company Pension Scheme & Wellbeing support
- 28 days holiday entitlement including bank holidays
- The opportunity to work for a well-respected restaurant group where people development is at the heart of our culture
- An array of learning courses in which you can attend - the sky is the limit with your development with us, we nourish your skills and talents to develop leaders of the future
- Meals on duty
RESPONSIBILITIES
- The main purpose of this role will be to take orders and carry food and drink to the guest’s table
- You are responsible for effectively and efficiently completing every task required, including setting up the restaurant, running a section if required, cleaning and closing down.
- You may be required to serve drinks behind the bar and serve wine at a guests table
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- The successful candidates will have at least one year’s relevant experience, a friendly personality, excellent customer care skills and good attention to detail.
- You must have great organisation skills
- The ability to work well under pressure
- Good knowledge of food and wine is also essential to these roles.
WHY COME WORK FOR US
The Hooked-on Group is the parent company of Blackfriars Restaurant and Dobson & Parnell in Newcastle and Hinnies Restaurant in Whitley Bay.
Staff are the core of our business and our most valued asset. We look for people with a positive attitude, friendly personality and a genuine passion for delivering exceptional customer service. In return, we offer plenty of training, lots of opportunities to show initiative and a friendly team-work atmosphere. We invest in our staff and help them learn the skills necessary to progress within our teams. Your career matters to us; we’re extremely proud of our progression stories
Job Type: Part-time
Part-time hours: 10-20 per week
Salary: Up to £11.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Employee mentoring programme
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Tips
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Newcastle upon Tyne: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: One location