Head Waiter-waitress

LIVIN'Italy is a great Italian bar & Restaurant based in the up and coming area of Granary Wharf, by the Leeds-Liverpool Canal that provides homemade, fresh, real Italian cuisine, Artisan Beers & Cocktails in a fun, young and dynamic environment.
A company in the centre of Leeds that gives you the opportunity to show your capabilities and program your advancement in a system based on performance, measured through demonstrated achievement.
Our Bar & Restaurant is considered one of the trendiest in Leeds City Centre and has quickly become an attraction for both, local clientele and business people commuting through the area.
A fantastic opportunity has therefore arisen within the waiting staff department, as we are currently looking for a passionate & professional Restaurant **Head Waiter-Waitress** who can contribute to the continued success of our Bar & Restaurant. We are looking for a person who will work side by side with the General Manager and other Managers to ensure all daily activities run smoothly and efficiently. Full training will be provided.
We are different, unique and simple. Our team offers a welcoming & accommodating service that gives our guests a memorable experience in a genuine and authentic way. Being part of LIVIN’Italy means being not just a worker, but being part of a unique, rewarding and professional system.
As you become familiar with the company you will find that it is an exciting place to work, the people are talented and passionate and we hope you will take the opportunities the company has to offer in knowledge, growth, progression and reward.
We are offering:

- a Full-Time position, with an interesting pay of up to £15 per hour including tips & bonuses, as well as attractive possibilities to develop within the company.
- Develop Management and Leadership skills
- Attend various masterclasses tasting with our wines and spirits suppliers
- Rotate around different departments to gain valuable experience in all areas of the restaurant/bar
- Full step by step training program available, designed to prepare you on every aspect of the hospitality trade
- free meals on duty and 25% discount in our restaurant.

**Responsibilities**:

- Take responsibility for the business performance of the restaurant
- Ensure best customer service
- Coordinate the smooth operation of the restaurant
- Coordinate staff
- Train & motivate staff
- Stock Control/rotation
- Maintain high standards of quality control, hygiene, and health and safety
- Banking
- Create and execute plans for department sales and profit

**Requirements**:

- Work experience as waiter/waitress or similar role in the hospitality industry for at least 3 years
- Excellent customer service skills
- Excellent communication abilities
- Familiarity with restaurant management software
- Availability to work within opening hours (e.g. evenings, holidays, weekends)

If you feel you have the experience, personality and commitment required, please apply, we look forward to hearing from you

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £15.00 per hour

Additional pay:

- Tips

**Benefits**:

- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
- Store discounts
Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Weekend availability
**Experience**:

- Hospitality: 2 years (preferred)
- customer Service: 2 years (preferred)
- Bartending: 2 years (preferred)
Work remotely:

- No