Waiter Role at Sargasso
Sargasso is offering both full-time and casual/part-time roles for experienced waiters to join our growing team.
Our floor staff at Sargasso should be ambassadorial, passionate and creative in the way they approach their day at work. They will be flexible, often being called on to move between working the floor, pass section; the bar and provide the calm, organised approach that customers and staff will expect and demand. We will provide training in each role within the restaurant, but it is expected that you would want to be flexible and multi-faceted in your position.
You will have a genuine interest in the food and wine of restaurants similar to ours, with an eye to educate themselves and others at every opportunity available. This thirst for knowledge will be met by Sargasso, with regular in-house tastings with the kitchen and our wine suppliers.
The Ideal Candidate:
- Has at least 1 year of working experience in a proven similar restaurant environment
- Must be knowledgeable and passionate about service, wine and food
- Have great attention to cleanliness, organisation and detail
- Ability to remain calm in a fast-paced environment
- Provide excellent and consistent customer experience
Working Schedule:
- 40-50 hours a week, based on 6 shifts a week (full time)
- hours and shift patterns negotiable for casual staff
About us:
Sargasso is a restaurant, wine bar and occasional music venue perched in the beautiful seaside spot of Margate. Since opening in July 2026 we have received favourable reviews in the National press, as well as a Bib Gourmand from the Michelin Guide and a listing in the National Restaurant Awards top 100.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £10.00-£11.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Margate, CT9 1AP: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
- Restaurant: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: One location
