Front of House / Waiter / Waitress (Permanent Full-Time, Chinese/Taiwanese Restaurant)

Front of House / Waiter / Waitress (Permanent Full-Time, Chinese/Taiwanese Restaurant)

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Company
Formosa Izakaya
Location
Birmingham
Salary
£12.21 an hour
Posted
4 days ago
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
Front of House Team Member (Full-Time)

Formosa Izakaya is looking for a reliable, friendly and hardworking Front of House Team Member to join our restaurant in Birmingham city centre.

Responsibilities
• Welcome and serve customers.
• Take food and drink orders.
• Deliver excellent customer service.
• Help keep the restaurant clean and organised.
• Work as part of a friendly team.

Requirements
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Good communication skills.
• Able to work evenings and weekends.
• Previous hospitality experience is welcome but not essential.
• Able to commit to permanent full-time work on a long-term basis, including evenings and weekends.

How to Apply

Please bring a paper copy of your CV to:

Formosa Izakaya

117 Hurst Street

Birmingham B5 6SE

CV drop-off times:

Wednesday to Sunday

3:00pm–5:00pm

No appointment is required. Please simply hand your CV to any available member of staff.

Staff will only be collecting CVs and will not be able to discuss applications, answer recruitment questions or conduct interviews during your visit. Please do not ask for Hiring Manager or any other named contact.

The hiring manager will review the CVs at a later time and will contact suitable applicants directly if they wish to progress the application.

Pay: From £12.21 per hour

Work Location: In person
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Q What is the National Living Wage rate for restaurant staff in the United Kingdom from April 2026?
As per the UK Government, the National Living Wage for restaurant workers aged 21 and over is £12.80 per hour as of April 2026. This rate covers all contracted hours including shifts in hospitality, with no separate tipped minimum. Employers must pay this for every hour worked or face penalties enforced by HMRC.
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As per the UK Government, restaurant roles below skilled level require a Skilled Worker visa sponsored by a licensed employer with a minimum salary threshold of £30,000 or the going rate for the occupation code. Seasonal Worker visas permit up to 6 months in hospitality from 1 January 2026. Applicants must hold a valid Certificate of Sponsorship issued no more than 3 months prior.
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As per the UK Government, applicants must provide a CV, proof of right to work such as a passport or share code, and references from previous employers. For sponsored roles a valid Certificate of Sponsorship is needed before the visa application. DBS checks are required for any role involving alcohol service.
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