BAR/WAIT STAFF
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Position Overview & Specifications
About us
Joppa Rocks is Portobello's newest restaurant. We're seeking to become the premium seafood restaurant in the northeast of Edinburgh, with an amazing location and a brand new team.
Our work environment includes:
- Food provided
- Growth opportunities
- Stunning location
We are looking for all-rounders who will be equally comfortable on the bar as they are on the floor, ideally with at least a year's experience in both.
If you love hospitality and would thrive in a busy environment serving food, wine and cocktails in the sun by the sea, then we're looking for you!
We are part of a small business group that is expanding rapidly, so if you are looking for career progression within a burgeoning and ambitious group of people, then look no further. We always aim to hire and promote from within.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Salary: £10.00-£11.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Tips
COVID-19 considerations:
We are keeping in line with current Government regulations regarding face masks and general Covid guidelines.
Experience:
- Bartending: 1 year (preferred)
- Hospitality: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: Joppa Rocks Bar & Waiting Staff
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 BAR/WAIT STAFF roles across Joppa Rocks'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 - £11 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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