Barge East & Terrace Gardens – Hackney Wick, London Pay: £13.00 – £15.00
About the Role
Join the team at Barge East, one of London's most unique hospitality destinations. We are looking for high-energy Servers to work across our award-winning site: from our refined AA Rosette restaurant on a 120-year-old Dutch barge to our vibrant outdoor Terrace.
This isn't your average floor job. You’ll be moving between a historic vessel and a sprawling terrace, delivering top-tier service in a fast-paced, high-standard environment.
What’s in it for you?
- Total Earnings: £13 - £17 per hour (Includes a fair share of service charge/tips).
- Work-Life & Culture: Casual dress code, regular company socials, and a supportive team.
- Perks: Generous staff discounts, company pension, and free/discounted meals on shift.
- Development: Gain experience in an AA Rosette-standard environment—great for your career.
- The Setting: Work in the heart of Hackney Wick at one of London’s top-rated venues.
What we are looking for:
- Experience: 1–2+ years in a busy hospitality role (Server/FOH).
- Energy: This is a physical role. You’ll be navigating the barge and the gardens, often in the same shift!
- Product Passion: A genuine interest in local produce, sustainability, and quality drinks.
- Resilience: You stay calm and friendly even when the terrace is at capacity on a sunny afternoon.
- Professionalism: Punctual, organised, and dedicated to the guest experience.
- Essentials: Must be 18+ and eligible to work in the UK.
- Manage multiple tables effectively through excellent time management skills
- Support team members during busy periods to ensure smooth service flow
The Details
- Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Fixed term.
- Schedule: 10-hour shifts, including evenings and weekends.
- Location: Hackney Wick (Must be able to commute for late finishes).
Join our team at Barge East for an enriching hospitality experience where your skills will be valued, and your career can flourish.
Pay: £13.00-£17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
Application question(s):
- Barge East features a unique dual-environment: a refined AA Rosette restaurant on a historic barge and a vibrant, fast-paced outdoor terrace. Can you describe a time when you had to adapt your service style to suit different dining atmospheres, and how you maintain high standards when moving between them?
- This is a high-energy role that gets incredibly busy, especially when the terrace is at capacity on a sunny afternoon. Tell us about a specific time you were managing multiple tables during a massive rush—how did you prioritise your tasks, stay calm, and support your team to ensure a smooth service?
Work Location: In person
