Position Overview & Specifications

Skylon and its unrivalled vantage point from the Royal Festival Hall in the Southbank Centre have floor-to-ceiling windows which overlook one of London’s most gorgeous views of the Thames. The striking space, centred around a chic award-winning cocktail bar. The menu focuses on modern British cuisine showcasing the best, seasonal ingredients in a relaxed environment.

We are currently looking for a skilled and friendly Waiter/Waitress who can confidently engage with our customers to create a unique, inviting guest experience. You will have a bright personality and be willing to deliver an outstanding service.
As an ideal candidate, you will have a real pride and passion for what you do, with the ability to engage everyone around you and build long-term rapport with both the guests and your colleagues.

We’re a truly brilliant place to work so, naturally, we have some of the very best team benefits around, which include:

Top rate industry leading pay

Wagestream employer- Employees can access 40% of wages before payday
40 % discount in all our venues worldwide all day, every day
Feeling a bit hungry on shift, we ensure you receive free tasty, healthy meals
Enjoy 28 days paid holiday a year, which will increase up to a month of holiday with length of service
LifeWorks offers- Receive exclusive monthly discounts just for D&D employees, including cashback options at retailers
20% off Nuffield Health gym membership for you and your spouse
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)- Unlimited access to a confidential wellbeing programme with a 24/7 helpline
WeCare – A solution designed to support your mental, physical, social and financial wellbeing
Employee of the Month Scheme
Long Service awards
D&D Connect- Access to our award winning training platform, to grow and develop new skills
Want to volunteer for a cause? We’ll pay full day wage for you to give back
Refer a friend scheme- We offer our employees paid bonuses to a ‘refer a friend’

If you are interested in discussing the Waiter/Waitress role further, please send us your CV without delay!

DETAILSSalary Competitive salary Schedule Full Time Location Southbank Centre, Belvedere Rd, London SE1 8XX, UK

SKILLS

Basic Knowledge of Wines
Basic Beers/Spirits Knowledge
Fast-Paced Experience
Fluent in English
Knowledge of Coffees
Knowledge of Teas
Customer Service
Safe Food Handling
By applying you confirm you have these skills.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Up to £14.00 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension
Discounted or free food
Employee discount
Gym membership
Referral programme
Sick pay
Wellness programme

Schedule:

10 hour shift
8 hour shift
Holidays
Monday to Friday
Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

Performance bonus
Tips

COVID-19 considerations:
The venue is fully covid compliant

Application question(s):

have you worked in a fast paced or fine dining restaurant before?
Are you available to work full time 40-45 hours per week ?
what's your current notice period? can you start immediately if offered the role ?

Experience: