Waiter/Waitress
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are looking for an enthusiastic and outgoing person to join our dynamic and vibrant team at Smugglers. If you enjoy working in a fun and friendly environment, then we would love to hear from you.
We strive to create an enjoyable workplace, making sure our staff is listened to and supported.
Customer focus is our key as we work hard to create a friendly and relaxed atmosphere for people to take a little time out of their day to stop and enjoy themselves.
Full training will be provided but front-of-house and/or bartending experience is preferred. Please get in touch to find out more!
Duties, responsibilities, and key skills:
· Always offering great customer service.
· Being able to work in a fast-paced work environment and be proactive.
· Hardworking and efficient.
· Being able to use initiative and be quick at solving issues.
· Working weekends is a requirement.
· Be friendly and approachable.
· Cocktail knowledge would be preferred but not a must.
Perks and benefits:
· Discount to multiple venues in Southampton.
· 30% discount within the venue.
· Flexible schedule.
· Staff appreciation activities.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £8.00-£10.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Experience:
- Hospitality: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
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 Waiter/Waitress roles across Smugglers'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 £8 - £11 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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