Mint People
Waiting On
Waiting On at Mint People, based in Preston, North West, paying £10.85 - £13.45 per hour. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £10.85 - £13.45 per hour
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site · Weekend work
- Location
- Preston, North West
- Closing date
- Sector
- Waiting Staff
29% below the typical rate for waiting staff
Reference 383ca770-a426-4fb3-a3c3-ce6fd739ce7f
About the role
Blackpool, Lytham, St Annes & Preston
Mint People are looking for experienced, professional, and customer-focused Waiting Staff to work across a fantastic selection of hotels, restaurants, bars, and hospitality venues throughout Blackpool, Lytham, St Annes, and Preston.
If you're passionate about delivering excellent customer service, enjoy working in busy hospitality environments, and take pride in creating memorable guest experiences, we'd love to hear from you!
As a leading provider of hospitality staff, Mint People partners with some of the region's best-known hotels, restaurants, and event venues. Unlike others, we only recruit when we have work available – and we have exciting opportunities ready for talented hospitality professionals.
Why Join Mint People?
✅ Weekly Pay – Get paid every Friday (with two weeks in hand).
✅ Competitive Pay Rates – Earn from £10.85 to £13.45 per hour, with enhanced rates available depending on experience and venue.
✅ Fantastic Venues – Work in hotels, restaurants, private dining venues, weddings, functions, and events across the Fylde Coast and Preston.
✅ Flexible Working Opportunities – Choose shifts that fit around your lifestyle, including evenings, weekends, and special events.
✅ Variety of Work – Gain experience across different hospitality settings, from boutique hotels and fine dining restaurants to busy events and large-scale functions.
Your Role
As a member of our Waiting Team, you'll play an important role in delivering exceptional food and beverage service, ensuring guests enjoy a welcoming and memorable dining experience.
Your responsibilities will include:
🍽️ Welcoming guests and providing friendly, attentive, and professional service.
🥂 Taking food and beverage orders accurately and efficiently.
🍷 Serving food, wine, and other beverages to a high standard.
✨ Setting up tables, preparing dining areas, and maintaining excellent presentation standards.
😊 Building positive relationships with guests and responding to their needs throughout service.
🍴 Clearing and resetting tables efficiently between courses and sittings.
💷 Handling customer transactions and operating till systems where required.
🏃 Working efficiently during busy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and event services.
🤝 Supporting colleagues and working closely with kitchen and bar teams.
🧹 Following all food hygiene, allergen awareness, health and safety, and venue procedures.
What We're Looking For
✔ Previous waiting-on experience within hotels, restaurants, weddings, events, or similar hospitality environments.
✔ Excellent customer service and communication skills.
✔ A professional appearance, friendly personality, and positive attitude.
✔ Confidence working in fast-paced environments while maintaining attention to detail.
✔ Strong teamwork and organisational skills.
✔ Good knowledge of food and beverage service, including basic wine service.
✔ Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and busy event periods.
✔ Your own reliable transport to and from shifts is essential, as some venues may not be accessible by public transport, particularly during early starts or late finishes.
Locations Available 📍
We are currently recruiting for Waiting Staff opportunities across:
Blackpool
Lytham
St Annes
Preston
Surrounding Fylde Coast areas
Ready to Join the Team?
Whether you're looking for additional shifts alongside your current job, flexible hospitality work, or opportunities to gain experience in some fantastic local venues, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and join the Mint People team! 🍽️🥂✨
Job Type: Temporary / Flexible / Ad Hoc Shifts
Mint People is acting as an employment business. Hourly pay rates are dependent on experience, age, role, and venue.
Reference: 383ca770-a426-4fb3-a3c3-ce6fd739ce7f · Posted 6 days ago · Closes 9 Dec 2026 · Listed via Mint People
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