Waiter/Waitress
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are an award-winning events caterer, FoodbyDish, with over 25 years of experience catering across some of London's most prestigious venues. We are proud to partner with Thames Luxury Charters to create unique and unforgettable events on the River Thames. We are currently looking for enthusiastic and motivated waiter/ess to join our team.
You will be working at one of London's most unique venues, onboard Thames Luxury Charters fleet. We have various shifts available across TLC's three vessels, events can vary from small and intimate fine dining, student parties to large music events.
Contract: Part time/ Zero hours - up to 40 hours a week
As a Waiter/Waitress you will be responsible for the following duties:
- To ensure the appropriate presentation and cleanliness of dining areas
- Ensure that mise en place levels are kept to standards
- Meet and greet guests in a professional and efficient manner
- Serve food and beverages
- Clear and reset tables
- Set-up and operation of service areas
- To handle guest comments and complaints in the appropriate manner
- To perform all cashier-related duties according to company policies whilst ensuring that guests receive excellent service
- Monitoring and replenishing stock levels as needed
- Wish “Farewell” to all guests
Successful candidates must have the following:
- A flexible approach to working weekdays, evenings, and weekends is a must
- Outgoing, friendly, and customer-focused attitude
- The ability to communicate in English with both guests and colleagues in a proficient manner
- Attention to detail
- Smart appearance
- An ability to stand for long periods of time and to assist with moving stock and equipment
- Be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process
Job Types: Part-time, Zero hours contract
Part-time hours: 0-40 per week
Salary: £12.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
Experience:
- Full Service Servers: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Shift availability:
- Day shift (preferred)
- Night shift (preferred)
Work Location: One location
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Waiter/Waitress roles across Food By Dish's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £12 - £12 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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