Job Description
About
Are you an experienced member of waiting staff looking to work in a high-volume fresh food restaurant and bar? The Thai Street Café is an award-winning authentic Thai kitchen and bar with a twist of the classic street food concept. We have been established for over 10 years and are proud to have become one of Newmarket’s highest go-to venues with a reputation behind us.
Do you take your work seriously, but also want to have fun? Bring your personality to work with you. We are looking for experienced and passionate full-time servers to work in both the restaurant and bar. You will be in a great working environment and become part of the Thai Street Café family.
Straight to the good stuff
- A great hourly rate including tips/service charge (we are high volume, so the tips are good!).
- Training and progression – want to learn how to make cocktails or become a manager?
- Meals on duty from our talented chefs!
- Company nights out.
- Long service awards.
- Uniforms are provided.
The job itself
- Greeting customers and managing the reservations.
- Inform customers about the day’s specials and offer menu recommendations upon request.
- Up-sell additional products when appropriate.
- Taking the customers’ orders and delivering them to the kitchen staff for preparation.
- Check dishes and kitchenware for cleanliness/presentation and report any problems.
- Making sure that the customers are satisfied, giving bills and processing payments.
- Operating the bar and coffee station.
- Arrange table settings and maintain a tidy dining area.
Requirements
- Proven work experience as a Waiter or Waitress. You must know the steps of service.
- Experience making drinks - we have bar staff but sometimes you are required.
- Must be able to work full time including Friday and Saturday evenings (closed on Sundays).
- Hands-on experience with cash registers and ordering systems.
- Be attentive and a team player.
- Excellent presentation skills and customer service.
- Strong organisation and multitasking skills, with the ability to perform well in a fast-paced environment.
- Active listening and effective communication skills.
Up for the job?
1. Apply online either via email or to the job advert with your CV.
2. Call up and speak to one of the team.
3. Come in and show your face. One of our team will always be happy to talk.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £12.00 per hour
Benefits:
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Every weekend
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Loyalty bonus
- Tips
- Yearly bonus
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Newmarket, Suffolk: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Bartending: 1 year (preferred)
- Hospitality: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Shift availability:
- Day shift (preferred)
- Night shift (required)
Work Location: In person
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