Job Description

About Thirteen

Thirteen is a 22-cover fine dining restaurant in Poole, listed in the Michelin Guide. We are looking for an experienced Front of House team member. This is a zero-hour position.

The concept is contemporary British cuisine providing tasting menus for lunch and dinner. This reservation-only restaurant also provides a wine pairing option and a selection of cocktails.

As Front of House team member you will work directly with the Sommelier, Head Chef and Maitre D' to create an enjoyable, outstanding dining experience.

Responsibilities will include

Ensure the restaurant is prepared and set up for service Menu checking with Head Chef Attend pre-service team briefing with Head Chef Polishing cutlery & glassware Basic cleaning duties in the restaurant Greet and assist customers in a friendly and professional manner Liaise with the restaurant team to maintain seamless service from start to finish Help the bar team run drinks
Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed

Essential experience and qualities

Excellent customer service and communication skills Courteous and well presented for a high-end restaurant At least 1 year front of house experience, either in a bar or restaurant Bar and cocktail knowledge an advantage Barista duties Genuine interest in fine dining, willingness to learn

Desired experience and skills

Personal license holder is an advantage but not essential WSET training and wine knowledge is an advantage but not essential Willingness to learn about food preparation and culinary techniques is a plus

What Is on offer

Be part of a unique restaurant and join our journey Equal share of staff gratuities, prorated on hours worked The successful candidate will be given hours on a zero-hour contract, which is determined by the customer booking levels. Typically, this would cover Friday, Saturday and Sunday. We open for Sunday lunch approximately twice a month We are closed on Mondays and Tuesdays Meals provided subject to work schedule Company pension Thirteen is located between Poole and Bournemouth on Ashley Road, Parkstone. The restaurant is on the major M1/M2 bus route and there is unrestricted on-street parking nearby

Pay & Tips

This is a flexible position on a zero-hour contract Gratuities are shared with all employees based on the number of hours worked, and is included in the monthly payroll We are looking to employ someone who is interested in potentially becoming a full-time employee as our business grows and develops

YOU MUST BE OVER 18 TO APPLY AS THE ROLE INVOLVES PREPARING ALCOHOLIC DRINKS

PREVIOUS APPLICANTS TO ANY FRONT OF HOUSE/BARTENDER/WAITING STAFF ROLE AT THIRTEEN NEED NOT APPLY

www.thirteenrestaurant.com

Thirteen - Poole - a MICHELIN Guide Restaurant -

INSTAGRAM

THIRTEEN - @thirteenrestaurant

HEAD CHEF ALEX NAIK - @gastronaikraphy

Pay: From 12.21 per hour

Additional pay:

Tips
Benefits:

Company pension Sick pay
Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekend availability
Experience:

Hospitality: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: FOHThirteen