Events Wait Staff

Job Ref: UNI1414

Branch: Parker's Tavern

Location: Parker's Tavern, Cambridge

Salary/Benefits: Competitive Salary - £13.84 per hour

Contract type: Casual

Hours: Part Time

Posted date: 10/11/2025

Closing date: 12/12/2025

ABOUT US

University Arms consists of 192 design-led bedrooms, complemented by Parker's Tavern, a high-end, quintessentially British Restaurant and Bar, Library, and a stunning Ballroom. Set in the heart of Cambridge, University Arms is the 'go to' destination, alluring visitors with the promise of a sense of modern luxury.

There are a few halls in Cambridge that compare with the grandeur and charm of the University Arms Ballroom — a wood-panelled room that belongs to our city's heritage. Summer or winter, the Ballroom is the perfect space for large events, accommodating up to 200 seated guests. Our elegant historic Ballroom, combined with Parker's Tavern's, delicious British food beverage offering, makes us one of the 'go to' destinations within Cambridge.

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING

As an Events Team Member, you will join our team of outstanding events floor staff to deliver flawless service. You will work as part of a team to serve our Guests and create exceptional experiences and exceed expectations to ensure that every guest wants to return.

THE DUTIES

• You're the face of our guests' experience, making sure that from the moment they arrive to when they leave, they're having a memorable experience.
• Constantly seeking out opportunities to go above and beyond for our guests. Make it your mission to ensure that every guest leaves happy.
• The role works as part of a team to deliver fantastic food and beverage at events such as weddings, conferences, and private dinners, in our elegant Ballroom and library.
• The working hours vary from day to day and therefore flexibility in availability is key, particularly since the role involves the occasional early morning starts late nights.
• You thrive on teamwork and support the management team to ensure our guests always leave with a fully positive dining experience.
• This is a very much hands-on role, out on the floor, enhancing our guest's experience, including a certain aspect of physical moving and lifting to set up the rooms.
• We believe in flexibility and multi-skilling, and you may be asked to do different tasks from time to time to enable us to meet the needs of our guests.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR IN YOU

• Passion for hospitality – you're all about creating memorable experiences for others.
• Previous experience in serving in events is a plus.
• You want to be part of a team that works hard, supports each other, and has fun along the way.
• Have excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail.
• Having a reliable method of transportation to the hotel is essential – we have no on-site parking.

THE PERKS

As well as the opportunity to work with a fantastic team in an exceptional property, the position comes with:

• Competitive salary
• Free meals on duty
• Team Member Parties
• Room and FB discounts across the Marriott portfolio
• Refer a friend – who do you know who could be interested in a new role? When they are placed, you could earn up to £400 for referring them

RIGHT TO WORK:

In line with the requirements of UK immigration legislation, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documentary evidence of eligibility to work will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.

PAY:

Base: £12.24 per hour

Tronc £1.60 per hour

Why work at University Arms and Parker's Tavern?

We are passionate about Cambridge's heritage, and want to share that with our guests in a context that is contemporary, thoughtful and engaging. We deliver an experience of considered modern luxury, and take pride in our work. If you are enthusiastic about your city and your work in the hospitality sector you will find working at the University Arms truly rewarding.