Job Description

The Scallop Shell is looking for an experienced people person to join its close-knit front of house team, full-time.

We're looking for a warm and confident front of house team member to provide a genuine welcome to diners and maintain the highest levels of service to ensure the seamless running of our busy restaurant. You'll be organised, thrive during a busy service, love working as part of a team and be committed to contributing to the ongoing success of our proudly independent family-run business.

It's 7 shifts and 35 - 40 hours per week, with a salary of up to 30k a year, including tips. If this sounds appealing to you, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

Greet and assist customers with a friendly demeanour to ensure a welcoming atmosphere. Serve food and beverages efficiently while adhering to food safety standards. Collaborate with kitchen staff to facilitate smooth service during busy periods. Assist in service setups and daily tasks to support the duty manager. Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the front of house area. Provide exceptional hospitality to enhance the overall dining experience.

Qualifications

Proven experience in a front-of-house role within the hospitality industry. Strong serving skills and a commitment to excellent customer service. Knowledge of food safety regulations and practices desirable. Familiarity with barista duties and coffee preparation desirable. Previous restaurant experience is highly desirable.

About Us

As an independent, family-run business, we offer excellent career opportunities for passionate individuals who are keen to learn, enjoy life and want to work together as a team to achieve truly great things.

We look after our team, so you can expect Sunday evenings off, Christmas and Boxing Day off, staff lunches, team building get-togethers, and discounts in the restaurant, when you want to bring friends and family, as we always think it's important to see the restaurant from the other side.

As a progressive and ambitious team, we're consistently pushing and upping our game and win awards as a result. Our team are happy, committed and work brilliantly together, with the ethos of the company to promote from within; seeing many members of the team progress from entry level to senior members of staff.

We've taken home the 'Best Fish and Chip Restaurant of the Year' award at the National Fish & Chip Awards, are in possession of an AA Rosette, have won Gold at the Bristol, Bath & Somerset Tourism Awards and are constantly striving for more.

We're listed in The Good Food Guide, AA Guide, Hardens and feature regularly in the broadsheet's 'Best Places to Eat in Bath' features. We're incredibly lucky to count Marco Pierre White as a mentor, friend, and big fan who regularly eats in the restaurant and gives his feedback.

Get in touch to come and see us!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Discounted or free food Employee discount
Physical Setting:

Restaurant
Shift:

8 hour shift
Work Location: In person