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Breakfast and Events Assistant Waiter

On-site in Madrid·Full-time·Added 1 month ago (last checked 21 Oct)

RIU Hotels & Resorts

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Our summary

Work mode: On-site, Madrid
Contract: Full-time
English: Required
Education: University degree
Benefits: Flexible pay plan

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Requirements

What we're looking for

🔑 Position Requirements

Minimum of 1 year of experience in a similar position.
Good tray handling skills.
Technical training and/or Tourism.
Strong interpersonal skills and customer orientation.
English proficiency.
Food handling certificate.

Nice to have

Previous experience with international hotel chains.
Additional certifications in hospitality.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

🎁 What We Offer

A dynamic, multicultural, and constantly growing work environment.
Opportunities for development and ongoing training.
Exclusive benefits for RIU Hotels & Resorts employees.
Be part of a team passionate about delivering excellence.
Exclusive discounts at our hotels after one year of service.
Attractive conditions:
Full-time (8 continuous hours with a 30-minute break).
30 days of vacation per year and 20 days of annual rest.
Meals: varied menu during your shift.
Transport allowance included.
Flexible compensation to adapt to your needs.

The role

🎯 Job Title
Breakfast and Events Waiter/Waitress Assistant

🌟 About RIU Hotels & Resorts
At RIU Hotels & Resorts, we are leaders in the hotel sector, with more than 100 hotels in over 20 countries around the world. Every day, we work to offer unforgettable experiences to our guests in some of the most impressive destinations on the planet. We are characterized by excellence in service, innovation, and a human team that makes a difference.

The Riu Plaza España hotel, located in the iconic España Building, is much more than just a place to stay. With 27 floors and over 500 rooms in the heart of Madrid, we are a benchmark thanks to our dining spaces, such as the incredible Rooftop Bar 360º and our Edén Gastrobar. Thanks to our team, we make managing events and banquets something unique.

If you share our commitment to excellence in service and want to be part of a global company that is constantly growing, this opportunity is for you!

📌 About the Position
We are looking to bring on a Breakfast and Events Waiter/Waitress Assistant to join our team in Madrid. This role will be key to ensuring that our quality and service standards continue to make a difference in our guests' experience. If you are a proactive person, customer-oriented and motivated by challenges, we want to meet you.

What you'll do

📝 Main Responsibilities

Assist waiters in serving customers in the restaurant, breakfast or hotel events.
Prepare and set up tables, making sure everything is in optimal condition.
Keep the work area clean and tidy at all times.
Provide customer service with kindness and professionalism.
Collaborate with the kitchen team and other departments to ensure smooth service.
Provide personalized attention to guests, ensuring an exceptional experience.
Resolve guest issues or requests proactively and efficiently.

Hiring process

If you are looking to develop in a dynamic environment, with a close and family-like treatment, and be part of a global company that values your potential, this is your opportunity. Apply now and grow with us!

About RIU Hotels & Resorts

RIU Hotels & Resorts is a Spanish hotel chain and one of the world's largest hospitality groups, operating over 100 hotels across Spain, Europe, the Americas, Africa, and Asia. The company is a vertically integrated family-owned business that covers the full hotel value chain, from development and construction to operation and management of its own properties, with a strong focus on the sun-and-beach resort segment.

RIU's Spanish roots run deep: it was founded in Mallorca in 1953 and its global headquarters remain in Palma de Mallorca, where the company's central reservations and corporate teams are based. For international professionals, RIU offers a distinctive opportunity to work for a global hospitality leader while living in Spain, with roles spanning hotel management, operations, and corporate functions. The company's strong Spanish identity and its large portfolio of international resorts make it a relevant employer for those seeking a career in the tourism and hospitality industry.

Industry: Hospitality
Founded: 1953
Employees: 30,000–40,000
Headquarters: Palma de Mallorca, Spain
In Spain: Palma de Mallorca, Madrid, Barcelona
Website: riu.com

Good to know if you are moving

RIU is a Spanish family-owned company, so working in Spain offers the chance to join a global hospitality leader from its home base.
The company operates in over 20 countries, providing international mobility opportunities within its own hotel portfolio.
Spanish language skills are a significant advantage, as the corporate language and local operations are in Spanish.
The company has a strong focus on the sun-and-beach resort segment, which is a major industry in Spain.
RIU offers roles in hotel operations, management, and corporate functions, with a large number of properties in the Balearic and Canary Islands.

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Additional information

🌍 Our Commitment
At RIU Hotels & Resorts, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion as fundamental pillars of our success. We welcome all applications, regardless of gender, ethnic origin, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We believe that a diverse team enriches our culture and enhances excellence in service.

Additionally, we are firmly committed to sustainability and social responsibility. Through our Proudly Committed strategy, we place sustainability at the center of all our decisions. This program reflects our dedication to minimizing environmental impact, promoting responsible practices, and positively contributing to the communities where we operate.

By joining RIU, you will be part of a company that not only seeks excellence in service, but also a positive impact on the world.

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