Cocktail Waiter

Overview

Celeste is the newest property from the world of Estelle, sister to Maison Estelle in Mayfair and Estelle Manor in Oxfordshire. A meticulously restored townhouse, Celeste is opening in vibrant Notting Hill, London. A public Italian-American restaurant is located on the ground floor, complete with alfresco front terrace, elegant wrap around bar counter and a glazed conservatory in the rear. Set on the first floor, our oak-panelled, Tokyo-influenced members' bar evokes Art Deco grandeur, with a sculptural bar stretching beneath soaring windows. Celeste's second floor offers members an open kitchen-style pantry, serving Japanesedishes from the traditional robata, alongside delectable sushi and sashimi. Tucked beneath the eaves, on Celeste's third floor, 'The Apartment' is an ideal spot for a private hosted occasion, with rustic beams, reclaimed wooden floors and the spirit of an artist's studio.

Role overview

Here's a bit more detail on what we see you doing in this role: As our Cocktail Waiter, you'll deliver warm, attentive, and seamless service, ensuring every guest feels welcome and cared for. From taking orders with precision to serving dishes with pride, you'll play a key role in creating memorable dining experiences that reflect our commitment to excellence.

Responsibilities

• As our Cocktail Waiter, you'll deliver warm, attentive, and seamless service, ensuring every guest feels welcome and cared for. From taking orders with precision to serving dishes with pride, you'll play a key role in creating memorable dining experiences that reflect our commitment to excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-2 years' experience in a high-quality restaurant or hospitality setting
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a natural flair for guest interaction
• Organised, calm, and detail-oriented under pressure
• High personal standards of presentation and professionalism

What's in it for you?

The on target earning potential for this role is £35,984 per annum - comprising a base salary of £28,184 (40 hours per week at a hourly rate of £13.55), plus a qualified estimate of £7,800 in gratuities and service charge.

At Estelle, we prioritize your well-being and growth, offering a range of perks to enrich your experience:

• Biannual company socials plus smaller social and sports groups.
• Exclusive staff rates and F&B discounts across Ennismore brand.
• Birthday day off
• Goes without saying, but we will feed you during your shift.
• Added protection of our pension, health cash plan and life assurance schemes.
• 28 days holiday, inclusive of bank holidays, which increases with length of service.
• Recommend-a-friend bonus scheme.

About gratuities

• Gratuities (tips) are paid on a pro-rata basis regardless of your role.