The opportunity
Delaware North UK is hiring casual Restaurant Waiters to join our fantastic team at Stadium of Light, in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear. When you are serving up great guest experiences, there’s plenty of opportunity to buzz with excitement. As a Restaurant Server, you will be an integral part of our elite team delivering first-class dining excellence to guests in an incredible venue, ensuring their encounter is like no other. We're creating unforgettable experiences for some of the most exciting events across the UK, so if you are a Restaurant Waiter ready to join our valued team, apply today.
Pay
The expected pay for this role is £13.68
What we offer
At Delaware North UK, you’ll find yourself working at the coolest venues with some of the best team members. Here, talent and hard work are rewarded, so although this might not be your only job, it may be your best. We’re looking to create the future of hospitality, so if you’re ready to take the next step, kick off your career with us and see why Delaware North is your best move yet. As our team member, you’ll receive:
* Competitive weekly pay (£11.21 hourly if aged 18-20 or £13.68 hourly if aged 21+)
* Flexible hours, choosing part-time shifts including evenings and weekends that suit your lifestyle
* Free meal every event day
* Experience in a dynamic workplace hosting major national and international sporting events and concerts, including The Lads at Sunderland A.F.C. in Premier League football, and Take That taking the stage, as well as a range of exciting meetings and events and plenty more still to come in 2026
Help us delight the world by applying today.
What will you do?
* Provide efficient food and beverage service to 4-6 tables, promptly and professionally delivering meals and ensuring guest satisfaction with every dish
* Positively and effectively communicate with guests and provide insights into our menu
* Ensure the dining space is impeccably tidy, creating an inviting and enjoyable atmosphere
* Work collaboratively with team members, maintaining Delaware North’s standards of excellence
More about you
* Experience as a waiter is desirable; no degree required
* Excellent communication and guest service skills
Who we are
In 2025, Delaware North began their journey to transform hospitality at the incredible and beloved Stadium of Light. Home to Sunderland Association Football Club, Delaware North is eager to provide a range of services at topflight Premier League football, international sports, concerts, meetings, and events at this incredible 49,000 red and white seater stadium!
Bringing premium hospitality and exceptional experiences to our new guests is just part of the job, and with the stadium buzzing with the roar of the crowd, it hardly feels like work at all. Here, we provide endless opportunities for our team members to shine and grow, including working at the supreme Banks on the Wear and 76 Yards experiences alongside Michelin star Chef, and Sunderland fan, Tommy Banks, kicking off the start of great collaboration. Following refurbished concourse environments, the 2025-26 Premier League season kicks off with improved food and beverage offerings for guests, as well as opportunities to collaborate with local vendors, supported by new technology to significantly increase the speed and quality of guest service. We can’t wait to kick off the new season with our team members, ready to grow and shine in this atmospheric Tyne and Wear location, where passionate guests deserve memorable moments that lasts a lifetime. Apply now to join us.
Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you’re not just part of a team — you’re part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.
Who says you can’t love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you’re interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we’re invested in helping you achieve your career goals.
Together, we’re shaping the future of hospitality — come grow with us!
£13.68