Waiter/ Waitress

About the job
This is a full time 39 hours/week position. Earliest start 8am and latest finish 1am. The successful candidate must be able to work within these hours (8 hours/day shift).

Hourly rate: £12/h plus annual service charge likely to be between £4,500 – £5,500

Conrad London St James is in the centre of London and one of Hiltons three Luxury Brands reflects modern luxury. The hotel is renowned for its excellent service and is in the top 5% of hotels in London and the Top 10 % in the world.

In 2023 Hilton was ranked number 2 Best Big Companies to work for by Great Place to Work and Fortune.

Located in the heart of Westminster, the new outlets within the hotel will offer its teams the opportunity to join one of this year’s most exciting new and promising openings, with the support, standards and luxury service the Conrad is famous for. They will consist of:

The Blue Boar Pub, opened May 2021, which is a contemporary take on a British pub
The Hedgerow, the hotel’s first cocktail bar, which takes inspiration from the beauty of the traditional British countryside
The Pem, a glamourous and elegant restaurant in the centre of the hotel showcasing classic British cuisine using modern techniques
The Orchard, for afternoon teas and lighter meals

What will I be doing?

Able to work in all areas of Food and Beverage including Bar, Restaurant, Room Service and Conference and Events
Welcome guests in a polite and friendly manner
Take and deliver customer orders, consistently demonstrating high levels of customer service
Prepare set ups for tables and/or rooms
Follow cash handling procedures
Manage guest queries in a timely and efficient manner
Up-sell with latest departmental incentives
Ensure compliance of brand standards
Strive to achieve departmental targets
Ensure cleanliness of work areas
Comply with hotel security, fire regulations and all health and safety legislation
Comply with local licensing laws
Be environmentally aware
Assist other departments wherever necessary and maintain good working relationships

What are we looking for?

Positive attitude
Good communication skills
Commitment to delivering high levels of customer service
Excellent grooming standards
Flexibility to respond to a range of different work situations
Ability to work on your own or in teams

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

Previous Food and Beverage and/or industry experience
Experience with cash handling
Knowledge of Food Hygiene Regulations

About Conrad St James

Conrad Hotels & Resorts combines contemporary design, sophisticated amenities, and personalised service to provide exceptional travel experiences all over the world. The hotel is renowned for its excellent service Conde Nast number 11 and Trip Advisor number 27 and is the Top 5% of hotels in London and the Top 10 % in the world.

Work Locations

Conrad London St. James Hotel

Schedule

Full-time

Brand

Conrad Hotels & Resorts

Job

Food and Beverage