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Waiter

On-site in Santa Cruz de Tenerife·Added yesterday (last checked 12 Nov)

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Work mode: On-site, Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Spanish: Expected (ad in Spanish)
English: Required
Education: Compulsory secondary education (ESO)
Benefits: Flexible pay plan

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Skills

Invoicing

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

What are we looking for?

Minimum qualification: ESO/EGB, specific training in the hospitality area will be valued.
Experience: 1 to 2 years.
Food Handler Certificate.
Residence: Province where the vacancy is located
Essential language: English - Intermediate

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

My MeliáRewards: Participate in our exclusive loyalty program, enjoying unique benefits and advantages.
My MeliáBenefits: Take advantage of flexible compensation and exclusive discounts on a wide variety of products and services, promoting an active and healthy lifestyle.

The role

"The world is yours with Meliá"

Discover an endless path at Meliá, where opportunities for growth and development are infinite. Immerse yourself in a journey that will take you to work in various countries and become part of our extensive global family.

Sol Tenerife, this hotel is located facing the sea, with incredible sunsets and a climate of eternal Canarian spring, along with its bright rooms and its three swimming pools, make it a top choice for the whole family. Located in the tourist center of Playa de Las Américas, very close to Troya Beach.

Job mission: You will be responsible for providing exceptional service to our guests in your assigned restaurant, collaborating with the Waiters/Waitresses and supervisors assigned to you.

What you'll do

1. Carry out food and beverage service in a skilled, responsible, and autonomous manner.

2. Prepare work areas for service.

3. Provide direct customer service for food and beverage orders.

4. Prepare simple dishes for service.

5. Transport necessary supplies and equipment for service.

6. Check and control merchandise and items used in the section.

7. Assist with setting up, serving, and taking down buffets.

8. Perform tasks in front of the customer, such as flambéing, carving, slicing, deboning, etc.

9. Collaborate with the dining room manager in preparing and developing special events.

10. May coordinate and supervise tasks specific to their area of activity.

11. Inform and advise customers about the preparation and composition of the different products available to them.

12. May handle customer complaints.

13. Invoicing and customer payment collection.

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

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.

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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.

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