Located on the rooftop of the Westgate centre in Oxford, The Alchemist really has the best views around. Enjoy spectacular cocktails and glorious food on a wraparound terrace with perfect views of the city's spires. Westgate Oxford is home to prestigious global brands, eclectic restaurants and cafes, leisure and sophisticated rooftop bars and dining.
At The Alchemist, we pride ourselves on doing things differently. Our drinks menu is mysterious and spellbinding, and our kitchens offer all-day dining with a molecular twist. As a member of our team, you'll receive industry-leading training and the opportunity to build a career in hospitality while helping us deliver an unforgettable experience to every guest, every time.
Experience is welcome, but it isn't essential. We're looking for friendly, hardworking people who are willing to learn, get stuck in and be part of a great team.
As a Restaurant Support, you'll play an important part in keeping the restaurant and bar running smoothly. You'll work closely with our serving team to make sure everything is clean, organised and ready for service, while helping our guests experience the theatrics of our food and drinks menus.
Your day-to-day will include:
Keeping the restaurant and bar areas clean, tidy and ready for service
Polishing cutlery, glassware and plates to our high standards
Supporting our servers throughout service
Clearing and resetting tables quickly and efficiently
Helping to keep the restaurant stocked and organised
Supporting the wider team wherever you're needed
Helping create a clean, welcoming and memorable experience for every guest
You'll need a keen eye for detail, great communication skills and a genuine passion for hospitality. You'll also need to be comfortable working at pace, getting stuck in and helping your teammates when things get busy.
This is a brilliant starting point for someone looking to build a career in hospitality. We'll give you all the training you need to succeed, and as you develop your skills and confidence, there are opportunities to progress into a Server role and beyond.
It's hard work, but it's also a lot of fun and no two shifts are quite the same.
Free food and hot/soft drinks on shift
50% off food when dining with guests in any of our venues
Flexible rotas
Guaranteed birthday + recovery day after off
Currency of Kindness scheme, allowing you to be paid to give back to local charities in your venue
Industry-renowned training with fantastic career progression opportunities
Transparent Tronc policy, with 100% of gratuities and service charge going to the team
24-hour access to our Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling, mental health support and financial and legal advice
Regular incentives, with opportunities to travel around the country and even the world
Wellbeing activities, support and sessions through our partnership with So Let's Talk
Think you've got what it takes?
Apply now by uploading your CV.
Good luck!