Compass Careers
Waiter/Waitress
Waiter/Waitress at Compass Careers, based in Poole, South West, paying £12.76 per hour. This is a contract role.
- Pay
- £12.76 per hour
- Hours and contract
- Contract · On site
- Location
- Poole, South West
- Closing date
- Sector
- Waiting Staff
25% below the typical rate for waiting staff
Reference jobs/job/WaiterWaitress/235501
About the role
Job Introduction
About us
Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.
About the role
We're currently recruiting a Waiter/Waitress to join Defence on a full time basis, contracted to 35 hours per week.
You'll set the tone for every meal, welcoming guests, knowing the menu inside out and making sure everyone at the table feels looked after.
Please note: This role is contracted to 0.2 weeks per year
What you'll do
- Greeting and looking after our guests so they go home delighted
- Serving customers, ensuring they receive an easy and seamless personalised experience
- Being knowledgeable about the menu and making recommendations to our guests
- Representing Defence and maintaining a positive brand image
- Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
- Complying with Health & Safety regulations
What we offer
We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package:
- Aviva Digicare - Free annual healthcare check
- Employee Assistance Programme - Mental health support, offering confidential advice and resources to help you navigate personal and professional challenges
- Perks at Work - Access to exclusive benefits and wellbeing resources
- Career training & development opportunities - Including Apprenticeships and Career Pathways
- Earn up to £500 when you refer a friend
- Comprehensive pension scheme and life assurance
About you
Our ideal Waiter/Waitress will:
- Have a passion for delivering outstanding service, greeting customers with a smile and serving them with pride
- Take initiative and make decisions that are right for our customers
- Be an excellent team player with great communication skills
- Have a desire to succeed in your role
- Possess the ability to work under pressure
Job Reference: com/0911/95933001/52322728/R/BU #Defence
Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!
ApplyReference: jobs/job/WaiterWaitress/235501 · Posted 57 minutes ago · Closes 9 Dec 2026 · Listed via Compass Careers
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