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Restaurant Waiter

On-site in Las Palmas·Added 21 days ago (last checked 8 Oct)

Meliá Hotels

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Overview

Work mode
On-site, Las Palmas
Hours
Includes weekends

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

- Previous experience as a waiter/waitress in restaurants or buffets, preferably in a luxury hotel environment.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to work as part of a team and handle multiple tasks efficiently.

- Positive attitude, proactivity, and the ability to anticipate guests' needs.
- Availability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
- Basic knowledge of English; other languages will be valued.

The role

Paradisus Gran Canaria, an impressive new resort integrated into a lush setting and located opposite San Agustín beach. Its distinguished service and exquisite architecture and interior design will immerse you in a unique luxury experience imbued with the essence of the local culture and destination. This accommodation in Gran Canaria is a "Destination® Inclusive Luxury Resort", an innovative all-inclusive concept offering immersive local culture and destination activities both inside and outside the hotel.

Paradisus Gran Canaria luxury 5-star hotel is looking for a waiter/waitress to join our team.

The Restaurant and Buffet Waiter/Waitress will be responsible for providing exceptional service to our guests in the hotel's different restaurants and buffet areas, ensuring that all their needs and expectations are met with the highest level of quality and professionalism.

What you'll do

- Welcome guests, escort them to their tables, and present them with the menu.
- Take food and beverage orders efficiently and accurately.
- Serve food and beverages according to hotel standards. - Ensure all work areas and tables are clean and tidy. - Provide menu recommendations and answer any guest inquiries. - Collaborate with the kitchen team and other waitstaff to ensure an exceptional dining experience.
- Handle payments and account closures correctly and efficiently.

Hiring process

REMEMBER: Before submitting your application, you must inform your direct supervisor and/or Hotel Director, and your Human Resources manager of your interest in participating in the internal selection process. Your line manager will not have the authority to authorize or block the submission of an application, but they must be duly informed.

We look forward to meeting you soon and welcoming you to the Paradisus Gran Canaria family!

About Meliá Hotels

Meliá Hotels International is a Spanish hotel company and one of the world's largest resort hotel chains. Founded in Palma de Mallorca in 1956, the company operates over 350 hotels across more than 40 countries, spanning brands such as Gran Meliá, Meliá, ME by Meliá, Innside by Meliá, and Paradisus. The company is a global leader in the hospitality industry, with a strong focus on leisure and business travel, and is known for its Mediterranean heritage and premium service standards.

Meliá has a very significant presence in Spain, its home market, with a wide network of hotels across the Balearic Islands, the Canary Islands, and the mainland. The company is a major employer in Spain, offering a wide range of roles in hotel operations, food and beverage, and management. For international professionals, Meliá offers opportunities to work in a dynamic, multicultural environment within a leading global hospitality brand, with roles often requiring Spanish language skills and a passion for customer service.

Industry
Hotels
Founded
1956
Employees
40,000–50,000
Headquarters
Palma de Mallorca, Spain
In Spain
Palma de Mallorca, Madrid, Barcelona and 17 more
Website
melia.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • Meliá is a Spanish company, so working there offers a direct path to living and working in Spain, particularly in popular tourist destinations like the Balearic and Canary Islands.
  • The company operates a large number of hotels in Spain, providing many job opportunities in various departments such as food & beverage, housekeeping, and front office.
  • As a global hotel chain, Meliá has a multicultural workforce, and English is often used in international tourist destinations, making it accessible for non-Spanish speakers.
  • The company offers internal mobility and career development opportunities within its extensive portfolio of hotels in Spain and worldwide.
  • Many roles, especially in food & beverage and housekeeping, may require Spanish language skills to interact with local staff and guests.

In their own words

About the company & team

"The world is yours with Meliá"

Continuing at Meliá is an opportunity to learn, grow, and keep building your career within a global team. Here you can take on new challenges and access experiences in different destinations, while remaining part of our family.

Are you ready to take the next step in your career with us?

Additional information

At Meliá Hotels International we are committed to equal opportunities between women and men in the workplace, with the support of management and the principles contained in our Human Resources policies. We also care about spreading a corporate culture committed to effective equality throughout the entire workforce, and raising awareness of the need to act jointly and globally.

We promote our commitment to equality and diversity, avoiding any type of discrimination, especially that related to disability, race, religion, gender, or age. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our employees is fundamental to our success as a global company.

Furthermore, we are committed to the sustainable growth of our sector through a great, socially responsible human team. In this regard, our motto is "Towards a sustainable future, from a responsible present" Thanks to all our collaborators we make this possible.

To protect you and avoid fraud in the selection processes, we invite you to consult our recommendations on the page "Protect your application".

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