Dakota Hotel Recruitment

1 day ago


Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Dakota Leeds Full time

Are you a charismatic and experienced individual looking to take your career to the next level in a dynamic and thriving environment?

We are seeking talented individuals to join our team at Dakota Leeds, a luxury hotel based in the heart of Leeds City Centre, as Bar Porters, Bar Waiters/Waitresses, Bartenders, and Restaurant Waiters/Waitresses.

About the Role

  • As a member of our team, you will be responsible for providing exceptional customer service, taking guest orders, and running trays of food and drinks to tables.
  • You will work closely with the Reception team to ensure seamless communication and provide guests with personalized drinks recommendations and engaging conversations.
  • You will have comprehensive knowledge of our menu options, including allergens, and be able to make drinks according to our specifications, including mixing cocktails and hot drinks like lattes with coffee art.
  • Bar setup and maintenance are also essential responsibilities, ensuring that the bar is prepared for each service and cleaned thoroughly after each shift.

What We Offer

  • Competitive hourly rates of £12.00, £12.50, and £12.85 for Bar Porter, Bar Waiter/Waitress, and Bartender roles respectively.
  • The opportunity to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment with a team passionate about delivering exceptional guest service.
  • A comprehensive benefits package, including 40% off stays at any Dakota hotel, 25% off drinks and dining at any Dakota, access to an Employee Assistance Program, and more.
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.

About Dakota Hotels

Dakota Hotels is a UK-based lifestyle brand known for its stylish hotels, bustling brasserie Grills, and upscale cocktail Bars. Our story began in Edinburgh and Glasgow, and we have since expanded to prime city centre locations in Leeds, Manchester, and soon Newcastle.

We attract hard-working individuals who are passionate about working to the highest standards and delivering attentive and genuine guest service. As recent winners of The Cateys 'People Team of the Year', we pride ourselves on award-winning internal training programmes within Dakota Academy, fostering continuous development and ongoing training.



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