Restaurant Waiter/Waitress - Full Time

PRIMARY ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

- Carry out the role of a section waiter/waitress, providing attentive table service, taking guest orders and delivering large trays of delicious food to guest tables. - Create a memorable dining experience through genuine conversation with personalised food and beverage recommendation - Work closely with the Bar and Kitchen team to ensure the effective flow of communication. - Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of our food and beverage menu, including allergens, to guide guests choices. .

APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS

The successful applicant will have/be: - At least 1 year working experience, ideally in a hospitality environment. - have an outgoing personality with effective communication skills. - Ability to work at pace and be proactive for the duration of your shift. - Willing and able to pour, serve and sell alcohol. - An enthusiastic individual who will promote our culture of positivity. - Be task oriented with a great pride for the work they do and attention to detail. - Flexible with shift patterns and available around the needs of our business. - Successful candidates must demonstrate having researched our brand and a genuine desire to be part of our team.

WHAT WE OFFER

In addition to being part of a culture infused with positivity and opportunity for ongoing development, tangible benefits you could enjoy when you join our team include:

FINANCIAL

- Special discounts on stays and dining at any Dakota - Bonuses to recommend a friend to join our team and every time you are mentioned on Trip Advisor - Additional holiday day on the first anniversary of your employment - Meals on duty and uniforming

WELLBEING

- Access to our Employee Assistance Program which includes free private mental health support and counselling sessions, video GP consultations and private prescription services, as well as access to daily rewards to be cashed out for shopping vouchers - Support from our inhouse Mental Health Champions - Family-friendly flexible working options - Participation in meaningful initiatives such as Macmillan Cancer Support Coffee Morning and the Walk for Wellbeing, Supporting causes that matter while connecting with colleagues

CAREER DEVELOPMENT

- Accredited, certified compliance training given on employment - Access to a suite of external, certified resources via our Learning Management System - Supportive continuous professional development culture with an annual appraisal and objectives, or a Personal Development Plan - Opportunities to undertake both internal and external training courses, including potential for in-house Apprenticeships

*Full terms on our benefits can be found in our Handbook.*

Dakota Manchester 29 Ducie Street, Manchester, Lancashire, M1 2JL