Host/Hostess
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Position Overview & Specifications
Job description
WE ARE HIRING AT HARD ROCK CAFE EDINBURGH!!
Passionate, Irreverent, Democratic, and Unpredictable. This is what makes up WHO WE ARE at Hard Rock Cafe. While maintaining our brand standard excellence, we are constantly searching for ways to deliver Amplified Service with our actions and attitude.
'50 years young' our Mottos are what Hard Rock has been built on!
Positions Available:
Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh are looking for talented people to fill all Front of House positions including host. As a key team member you will be responsible for taking the guests through the key phase of their Hard Rock experience. You will be assuming the role of tour guide, communicator, decision-maker, entertainer, memorabilia curator and musician (at heart).
Love All Serve All, All is One, Take Time to Be Kind and Save the Planet.
With venues in 74 countries, including 183 cafes, 27 hotels and 12 casinos, Hard Rock International (HRI) is one of the most globally recognized companies
Music - We believe music is life. And we're in it for the song, art, tastes and the authentically Hard Rock touch. Music is a language that brings the world closer together. It's part of our DNA.
Menu - From rockin' burgers to boozy milkshakes and everything in between, Hard Rock Cafe's menu is a crave-worthy experience accessible around the world - don't forget to “mmmmm”, “ooooh” and “aahhh” to the flavors of Hard Rock Cafe.
Merchandise - Hard Rock is also known for its collectible fashion and music-related merchandise. It all began with our 'Classic' Hard Rock Tee. Now, our merchandising lines help our guests express themselves every day.
Memorabilia - Hard Rock owns the world's most valuable collection of music memorabilia, which is displayed at its locations around the globe. Starting with Eric Clapton's guitar, we choose to memorialize the greats - from past to present - on our walls.
Monuments - Located in some of the most iconic locations around the globe, our monuments are recognizable by all.
SWEET EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
At Hard Rock we care about our employees and we reflect this through the rewards we offer.
As a well-established and growing business, Hard Rock provides a comprehensive array of benefits to our employees which may include; Dedicated team meals, Merchandise Discount, Medical, Dental, Life Insurance Cover, Paid time off, Pension plans, Health and Wellness programs, Educational assistance and more!
HARD ROCK CAREERS
Authentic. Passionate. Philanthropic.
Come on join the Band!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: From £10.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Store discount
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Tips
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Edinburgh, EH2 2PF: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Hospitality: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: One location
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: From £10.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Sick pay
- Store discount
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Tips
Ability to commute/relocate:
- EDINBURGH: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Hospitality: 1 year (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 Host/Hostess roles across Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh'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 £10 - £10 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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