Server, Waitress / Waiter

We are proud to be recognised as one of the best places to work in Hospitality. Looking after people is at the core of what we do and we work hard to make life at Dishoom the best it can be. Since 2010, our restaurants have celebrated the Irani cafes and all of the food and drink of Bombay. We have Dishoom Cafes across London, Edinburgh, Manchester and Birmingham. Our Permit Rooms can be found in Brighton, Cambridge and Oxford, with our newest Bar-Cafe opened in Portobello this Spring! Plus, we have kitchens across London to ensure our guests can enjoy our food at home!

Our restaurants are busy, bustling places, full to the brim with Bombay food and culture and a very big-hearted and talented team who will support you from day one. We care deeply about looking after our team and work hard to make life at Dishoom the best it can be. This is a place where people can learn, grow and develop skills that will stand them in good stead for a lifetime. Above all, we care about making Dishoom a place where jobs turn into satisfying and long-lasting careers.

What to expect:

• Free team meals every shift, plus all the Chai you can drink!
• £16.79 per hour inclusive of tronc (based on the last 3-month’s average). We pay on a monthly basis.
• A full-time role working across 5 days, Monday – Sunday availability required.
• A weekly changing rota provided at least 6 days in advance.
• We’re an all day dining Bar- Cafe meaning our teams work a variety of daytime and evening shifts (not the usual always late nights!)
• Access to our award-winning training programmes and support. We focus on your development from day one and proudly promoted 211 Dishoomwalles last year!
• The usual number of days holiday a year – paid for at your usual rate. Our sites are closed Christmas Day and Boxing Day, and if you have children, we’ll provide one extra day to take them to their first day at school.
• No uniforms here – smart casual and comfortable is key, and of course trainers are fine.

Have you got Seva?

In Dishoom, we see every team member as valuable and important to ensuring an all-around brilliant experience for our guests.

We’re looking for friendly, attentive and organised people to join our Permit Room Bar-Cafe team in Brighton.

Our Front of House Team/ Server/Waiter/Waitress

• Greet our guests day or night with a smile that makes them instantly feel welcomed.
• Transport our guests to the Permit Rooms of Bombay, with awesome knowledge of all of our drinks, bar snacks, curries, sharing plates and well-love Dishoom dishes.
• You are on point for your guests’ experience (whatever the number of tables); you ensure there is clear communication to your team, so that everything runs smoothly and nothing goes a-miss.
• Pour each drink to perfection and not forgetting to replace the last bottle in the fridge.
• Make each coffee and cup of Chai, with the same importance as the first one of the day.

So what are we looking for?

• Previous work experience as a Server/Waiter/Waitress – at least 1 year minimum, in a high volume restaurant environment, following detailed steps of service (including Allergen procedures) and managing a busy section.
• A desire to grow- we only promote our Head Waiters from within, plus our award-winning Babu ( Manager) Masterclass programme supports our teams with the tools to be our future leaders.
• Over time, you’ll be provided with cross-training and exposure within your role to the Host and Cocktail Bartender departments. We think this is vital for your continuous learning and give you everything you need to know about our Bar-Cafe.

At Dishoom – everyone is welcome. We are committed to having an inclusive and diverse workplace and strongly encourage people from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to apply for roles with us.