Part Time - Bar Waiter/Waitress - 12-18 Hours Motherwell, Scotland
Job description
Dakota Hotel based in Eurocentral are seeking an outgoing individual with waiting experience for the role of Part Time Bar Waiter/Waitress to deliver exceptional service to our guests. Working part-time, predominantly Friday and Saturday nights, this role is ideal for students and those with weekday commitments.
Dakota Hotel based in Eurocentral by Motherwell is located just off the M8 motorway in Maxim Business Park at the Eurocentral Junction, we are a 92-bedroom boutique hotel which boasts a destination Bar & Grill restaurant as well as a newly built wedding events space.
Our location is easily accessible by car and we offer complimentary parking for both employees and guests. Additionally, there are frequent buses using the CityLink 900 route, only 20 minutes from Buchanan St Bus Station directly to our hotel.
CONTRACT AND PAYRATE
Earnings are up to £11.92 per hour, paid weekly.
The role carries a permanent contract of a minimum of 12-18 hours per week based on the needs of the applicant, working any 2 or 3 days out of 7.
BENEFITS
Our brand has been voted within the top 15 hospitality employers of the year for the past three years, and our HR Team won ‘People Team of the Year’ 2022, so we must be doing something right! In addition to being part of a culture enfused with positivity and opportunity for ongoing development, tangible benefits you could enjoy when you join our team include:
o 40 per cent off stays at any Dakota
o 25 per cent off drinks and dining at any Dakota
- free private mental health support and counselling sessions
- video GP consultations and private prescription services
- online fitness resources
o Access to the Smart Spending App to enjoy shopping discounts
o Support from our inhouse Mental Health Champions
o Additional holiday day on the first anniversary of your employment
o Family-friendly flexible working options
o Meals on duty and uniforming
o £150 bonus to recommend a friend to join our team
o £10 bonus every time you are mentioned on Trip Advisor
o Free bi-annual eye testing for users of display screen equipment
o Accredited, certified compliance training given on employment such as in Food Hygiene, Alcohol Responsibility, Data Protection, and Health & Safety
o Access to a suite of external, certified resources via our Learning Management System
o Supportive continuous professional development culture with an annual appraisal and objectives, or a Personal Development Plan
o Opportunities to undertake both internal and external training courses, including potential for in-house Apprenticeships
Full terms on our benefits can be found in our Handbook.
ABOUT DAKOTA HOTELS
Dakota is a growing UK-based lifestyle brand with five locations, known for our stylish hotels, bustling brasserie Grills and upscale cocktail Bars. Dakota’s story started with two boutique hotels on the outskirts of Edinburgh, in South Queensferry, and Glasgow, in Eurocentral. We have now expanded into prime city centre locations in Glasgow, Leeds, and Manchester.
Dakota is synonymous for delivering attentive and genuine guest service. We attract hard-working individuals who are passionate about working to the highest standards.
PRIMARY ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Carry out the role of a waiter/waitress, 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 the effective flow of communication.
- To have a comprehensive knowledge of food and beverage menu options to enhance the guest experience.
APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS
The successful applicant will have/be:
- At least 1 year working experience, ideally in a hospitality environment.
- Having previous waiting or coffee shop experience is strongly preferred.
- Be an 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.
- Be able to be physically active in your role, standing for much of your shift and working at pace.
- An enthusiastic individual who will promote our culture of positivity.
- Be task oriented with a great pride for the work they do and attention to detail.
- Flexible with shift patterns and available around the needs of our business.
- Successful candidates must demonstrate having researched our brand and a genuine desire to be part of our team.
APPLY
To apply, please send us your up to date CV.
For more information on our luxury hotel, please visit us on our social pages linked above.
