Waitress/Waiter
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Position Overview & Specifications
The Silver Cup Harpenden - Front of House
Having recently been listed within the Michelin Guide & being named 66th on Estrella's Top 100 Gastro Pubs. We are looking for the people to help us grow.
We don’t believe that good food should just be for the rich and famous. Our aim is to create a special experience for customers that brings the traditions of a classic British Public House whilst putting a contemporary twist on quality seasonal food and drink.
We are looking for passionate, driven individuals who want to grow within the hospitality industry! We require someone who has worked within a full-service restaurant. Other characteristics we are looking for are:
- Fun & friendly.
- Willing to learn.
- Organised & the ability to multi-task.
- Attentive to customer needs.
- Brilliant communication.
- Strong teamwork.
We are serving modern British cuisine with a twist! All our food is freshly cooked on site. Our menu changes often, with the seasons, and we get our produce from some of the best suppliers locally or within the UK. Our drinks range is small but eclectic offering beers, ales, wines and cocktails.
Job Spec
- Build an extensive product knowledge.
- Maintain all company standards using the correct systems.
- Serve customers, meet & greet, problem solve.
- Sell the right product to the right people.
- Uphold all health & safety policies, government laws & legislations.
- Wear correct uniform.
- Attend all training sessions.
A great customer experience comes from our teams having a great time at work, we hope that anyone who joins helps us maintain an enjoyable work environment.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £9.00-£15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Loyalty bonus
- Tips
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Harpenden: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Restaurant: 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 Waitress/Waiter roles across The Silver Cup'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 £9 - £15 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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