Seasonal Waiting Staff

Join the Festive Team at Crieff Hydro Hotel
Set in a 900-acre estate in stunning Perthshire, Crieff Hydro Hotel have been welcoming generations of families for 150 years. With 218 hotel bedrooms, 57 self-catering lodges, multiple restaurants and bars and over 60 onsite activities – including a spa, leisure center, horse-riding center, and our famously exciting Action Glen - there really is something for everyone

About The Role
We're looking for enthusiastic, and hard-working individuals to join our Food & Beverage teams for the festive season. Whether you're serving mulled wine at our Winter Wonderland or helping guests enjoy a hearty meal in one of our restaurants, you'll be part of the magic that makes the festive season at Crieff Hydro so welcoming for our guests.

We can offer a variety of shifts - mornings, evenings, and split shifts - to suit different schedules.

Where you could be working
You'll gain hands-on hospitality experience across a range of venues:

• Winter Garden – Open from 7am until late, this newly renovated space hosts buffet breakfasts, afternoon teas, lunch, and dinner at East, plus an all-day bar.
• The Terrace – A family-friendly dinner venue offering a diverse menu from 5pm onwards.
• The Hub – A relaxed space serving takeaway soup, sandwiches, and coffee.
• Banqueting & Events – Help deliver memorable Christmas parties, ceilidhs, and pantomimes.
• Winter Wonderland – Our festive outdoor pop-up featuring food stalls with hot drinks, festive cocktails, chocolate fountains, authentic gyros, and more

Contract details

• Fixed Term Contracts – Full-time (40 hours/week) or part-time (8-40 hours/week), depending on your availability.
• Start Date – Ideally week commencing 17th or 24th November to allow for structured training.
• End Date – Early January, with potential for permanent opportunities.

What We Need From You

• Flexibility: Willingness to work a variety of shifts, including key festive dates. Please declare any unavailable dates in your application.
• Experience: Previous hospitality experience is a bonus (restaurant, barista, bar work), but not essential - we value a great attitude and eagerness to learn.
• Customer Focus: A warm, welcoming personality and commitment to excellent service.
• Enthusiasm: A genuine smile and desire to make every guest's experience special.
• Confidence: Comfortable engaging with guests and creating a friendly atmosphere.

What You'll Get From Us

• Up to £12.21 per hour plus a share of tips, estimated £2,000 per annum for full time team members.
• Free Meals on Shift – Stay fuelled and focused with delicious staff meals while you work. If you stay in our staff accommodation, you'll get three free meals per day.
• Guest Mention Rewards – Earn £5 every time a guest gives you a positive shoutout in a review.
• Live-in Accommodation – On-site, affordable housing with bills included may be available for full-time team members. Most rooms are single occupancy with an ensuite, though this isn't guaranteed. Availability and rates can be discussed at interview.
• Exclusive Discounts – Enjoy 30% off food, drinks and retail, discounted leisure membership and reduced rates on hotel activities.
• Team Rate Hotel Stays – Take time to recharge with discounted stays at all of our hotels from just £30 per night.

Please note:
This opportunity
does not qualify for sponsorship
. To be considered for this role, you must have the
right to work in the UK
.