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Front of House / Waiter / Waitress (Permanent Full-Time, Chinese/Taiwanese Restaurant)
Company
Formosa Izakaya
Location
Birmingham
Salary
£12.21 an hour
Posted
4 days ago
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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
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
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Restaurant Jobs
What is the National Living Wage rate for restaurant workers aged 21 and over in the UK from April 2026?
As per the UK Government, the National Living Wage for restaurant roles such as waiters and kitchen staff aged 21 and over is £12.80 per hour as of 1 April 2026. Employers must pay this rate for all hours worked including overtime at the same rate. This applies to all restaurant jobs regardless of contract type.
Which visa allows non-UK citizens to take up sponsored restaurant jobs in the UK in 2026?
As per the UK Government, non-UK citizens require a Skilled Worker visa sponsored by a licensed restaurant employer for roles meeting the minimum salary threshold of £38,700 or the going rate for the occupation code. The visa costs £719 for up to 3 years and must be applied for before starting work. Seasonal Worker visas are not available for permanent restaurant positions.
Do I need a food hygiene certificate to work in a UK restaurant kitchen in 2026?
As per the UK Government, restaurant kitchen staff must hold a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate or equivalent before handling food, with training completed within the first month of employment. No formal education qualification is required but the certificate must be verifiable by the employer. Employers are responsible for ensuring compliance under food safety regulations.
What are the maximum weekly working hours and annual leave entitlements for full-time restaurant staff in the UK?
As per the UK Government, restaurant workers cannot exceed an average of 48 hours per week over a 17-week reference period unless they opt out in writing. Full-time staff receive at least 5.6 weeks of paid annual leave including bank holidays. Employers must provide payslips showing exact hours and holiday accrual.
