Join to apply for the Restaurant Assistant role at Vita Student
1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Join to apply for the Restaurant Assistant role at Vita Student
Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.
– Alderley Edge, Cheshire
Restaurant Assistant – Alderley Edge, Cheshire
Hourly Rate: £13
Working Patterns: Monday – Friday. 30-35 Hours per week. Negotiable working hours between 8am - 5pm
Vita Group is an intelligence driven platform creating tomorrow’s city living. It’s represented by seven unique lifestyle brands, in multiple cities across the UK and Spain with residents and guests from over 100 countries. Vita’s principal commitment to its people is to inspire and empower and it’s something the business is deeply passionate about, hiring the very best people and enabling them to perform at the very best of their abilities. Our on-site restaurant at our beautiful head office in Alderley Edge is looking for a Restaurant Assistant to support with both front and back of house service.
Our Brands Vita Group Vita Student Union Uhaus House of Social House of Social Food Hall Dough Religion
Our Restaurant Assistant
Part of a small, dedicated team; working closely with chefs to deliver outstanding food and service to head office employees and visitors. You will take responsibility for all front and back of house areas, ensuring a clean, welcoming environment and creating a fantastic experience.
* Act as the welcoming face of the restaurant, providing friendly, professional service to colleagues & guests.
* Manage all front-of-house operations, ensuring a clean, organised, and inviting environment.
* Oversee lunch service, minimising wait times and maintaining smooth flow of service.
* Maintain high cleanliness standards throughout the restaurant and pot wash areas throughout the day.
* Ensure compliance with health, safety, and company policies; escalate issues when necessary.
* Handle close-down duties, restocking and preparing the space for the next day.
* Print, present and distribute daily menus, liaising with chefs for accurate allergen information.
* Coordinate with reception to plan and deliver food-based employee events.
* Maintain internal communications via Viva Engage and update signage as needed.
* Replenish service areas, manage waste disposal, and support overall team efficiency.
Who We’re Looking For
An experienced and friendly Restaurant Assistant, well versed in delivering outstanding and professional customer service.
* Well-presented and vibrant customer service professional with a background in a fast-paced catering environment.
* Front of House experience working for a luxury brand / premium brand ambassador.
* Strong understanding of kitchen regulations; demonstrable experience in cleanliness & safety.
* Our operations run seamlessly with the support of a variety of technology systems and software, such as Point of Sale (POS), Restaurant Management Software & Microsoft Office; our Restaurant Assistant should be technologically astute.
Personal Characteristics
* Confident, independent & vibrant personality; able to demonstrate adaptability and positivity with staff & guests.
* A ‘can-do’ attitude with a willingness to go the extra mile to ensure an exemplary customer experience.
* Resilience, with a confidence to make decisions and effectively navigate unexpected situations.
* Approachable
* Able to carry out tasks that may involve extended periods of standing and repetitive movements, with reasonable adjustments considered where required.
Why work for us…….
Benefits
Vita’s nurturing environment encourages colleagues to develop, perform and excel at what they do and provide plenty of opportunities for career progression. We reward the commitment and dedication of our people by providing the following benefits:
Holidays – 22 days paid holiday, rising each year up to 25 days (pro rata)
Flexible Working Hours – Monday to Friday
Bank Holidays – 8 paid holidays (England & Wales Bank Holidays) (pro rata)
Perkbox – All employees are given access to a Perkbox account, enabling them to choose lifestyle perks that matter by giving points to spend on a wide range of products, services & experiences, such as; cinema tickets, supermarket savings, discounted days out, a daily coffee or a summer holiday – there’s something to suit everyone!
Royal London Pension – We care about our people and their future. Vita Group contribute a financial value of 3% of salary to your pension pot in addition to 5% employee contribution to help prepare for the future.
Parties & Events – We expect high standards from our people and like to reward demanding work by hosting parties and events each year, encouraging colleagues to let their hair down, have a great time and celebrate success together.
Recognition Programmes – We recognise and celebrate our people via numerous recognition schemes, such as employee of the month vouchers, community champion, experience awards, golden buzzer awards, work anniversaries etc.
Career Development – Whether your Vita career is a medium or long-term venture; we onboard all employees by means of a thorough induction and learning & development programme, delivering professional progression via our Bronze, Silver, Gold & Platinum training & recognition schemes.
24/7 Employee Assistance – The wellbeing of our colleagues is of vital importance to Vita Group. All employees have access to a confidential service; offering support and guidance for personal or work-related issues that may be impacting wellbeing.
Important
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer Right to Work Sponsorship. Therefore, if you do require a company to sponsor your Right to Work in the UK, we will not be able to progress your application further.
All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks which will include Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
* Employment type
Part-time
Job function
* Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Vita Student by 2x
Get notified about new Food And Beverage Assistant jobs in Alderley Edge, England, United Kingdom.
Altrincham, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago
Manchester, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago
Wilmslow, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago
Manchester, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago
Alderley Edge, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago
Manchester, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago
Manchester, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Cheadle, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago
Heywood, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago
Manchester, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago
Manchester, England, United Kingdom 4 days ago
Warrington, England, United Kingdom 9 hours ago
Manchester, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago
Manchester, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Alderley Edge, England, United Kingdom £8.60-£12.50 1 month ago
Food & Beverage Assistant - Hale Country Club & Spa
Manchester, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Manchester, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Lymm, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago
Manchester, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago
Manchester, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago
Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago
Manchester, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago
Manchester, England, United Kingdom 4 months ago
Manchester, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago
Manchester, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Manchester, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago
Knutsford, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago
Manchester, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago
Manchester, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago
Manchester, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago
Altrincham, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago
Hale, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago
We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
#J-18808-Ljbffr