Front of House

Front of House Reading, England

Thames Lido Restaurant
Full Time Reading, England 10.42 GBP HOURLY Today
Job description

An opportunity has arisen at Thames Lido for a full time Front of House position

We are looking for someone who can seamlessly work with the current dynamic of the well established team and work hard. This person should be excited to work, to have a passion for food and drink service and also that which we create and sell.

We are a service-driven establishment that creates an environment that both our customers and staff love to be in and around.

Candidates must be able to work evenings and weekends as well as possess good knowledge about food and beverage in addition to superior customer relation skills. Experience with high-volume restaurants will be hugely beneficial. He or she must have a positive and outgoing personality.

The Lido will be open 7 days a week for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This job is a great opportunity for someone looking for a committed role in Reading.

Full-time Front of House position available with an hourly rate of £10.42/hour at 40/45 hours a week plus tronc average £300-£800 per month. Cash tips are on top of this also.

Who are we?

The Lido is an outdoor swimming pool surrounded by an award-winning restaurant, tapas bar and spa. The idea is for guests to sit back, enjoy being served by friendly staff whilst watching the swimmers below and your food being prepared in the Wood (now Gas fuel to support the survival of the environment) fired oven. Our Spa provides a holistic approach to tailored massages, using bespoke Lido oils, guests can relax while hearing the lapping of the water on the pool's edge.

Our unique setting sets us apart from many venues, and for that reason we are dedicated to recruiting a team that thrive on our values and ethos so that every guest leaves with that same feeling of calm and wellbeing.

What do we offer?

Successful candidates can look forward to:

· Three-Course Meal for your Birthday for two at any of our four sites.

· 50% off treatments at our two Lido’s

· 20% off Food and Drink at any of our four sites for groups of up to 6 people.

· Full use of the Pool and Spa facilities at management due to capacity levels.

· Annual Staff Party & Spring Social Event for all sites.

· Recruitment Bonus if you recommend someone to work with us and they pass their 3-month probation.

· Management and Employee Development Plans and Courses with Natwest Mentor.

· WSET Level 1, 2 and 3 Company Sponsorship opportunities – open to all depts.

· Coffee Training and Barista Qualification with our Bristol Coffee Suppliers, Easy Jose – open to all depts.

· Department specific Training Co-Ordinators who are on site, working with the team to develop all employees at a much more personal level – think Cider pressing, Gin distilling as well as watching how our spa products are made at the product HQ – Arcania.

· Regular visits to our food, drink, and spa suppliers.

· 28 days statutory leave, pension scheme, delicious staff food & more!

What now?

If you think this opportunity is for you, please send us a copy of your CV and a Covering Letter telling us a bit about yourself, your plans going forward in your career and why the The Lido could be the right fit for you. Please attach any written references. We look forward to receiving your application.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: From £10.42 per hour

Benefits:

  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • Employee discount
  • Referral programme
  • Wellness programme

Schedule:

  • 12 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

  • Tips

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Reading, RG1 8FR: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

  • Hospitality: 1 year (preferred)
  • Customer service: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 01/05/2023

Front of House
Thames Lido Restaurant

www.lidobristol.com
Bristol, United Kingdom
$1 to $5 million (USD)
1 to 50 Employees
Unknown
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