Festive Waiter (December to January)

Salary/Benefits: £17.79 per hour

Contract: Fixed Term

Hours: Full Time

Hours per week: 39

We are seeking a dedicated festive team who share our commitment to excellence and love for creating unforgettable guest experiences, to join us for a five-week period.

The festive season awakens something truly extraordinary at Gleneagles Townhouse. This year, our vibrant enchanted forest narrative evolves and envelops 39 St Andrew Square as the city's most coveted social sanctuary transforms into a celebration of festive surprise and delight. Welcoming members, hotel guests, and the city's brightest spirits for an indulgent and unforgettable escape in the heart of Edinburgh.

The on target earning potential for this role is £17.79 / per hour - comprising a base hourly rate of £12.84, plus a qualified estimate of £4.95 per hour in gratuities and service charge.* As a member of the Gleneagles team, you will also enjoy a fantastic range of perks, benefits and rewards.

Festive package details;

• We'll need you to be fully available from Tuesday 1st December to Monday 4th January inclusive
• You'll have five weeks of work, including one day of service excellence training

You'll also receive;

• World-class experience in one of the world's most iconic luxury hotels, learning from the best in the business
• A complimentary career consultation, if you're keen to explore wider opportunities with us beyond the Festive period

No prior experience is required. For the majority of roles, we're looking for candidates aged over 18, however there are a few exceptions.

*About gratuities & service charge:

• Gratuities (tips) and service charge (an additional charge added to our room rates and services across the estate that is passed directly to our employees) are paid on a pro-rata basis regardless of your role
• It is estimated that in 2026, our part-time employees can expect to receive around £4.95 in addition to their hourly rate.

If you'd like to be part of our festive team 2026 and work in a culture where everyone is treated with kindness, respect and fairness; where everyone can bring their best; and where everyone can be their Glorious Selves, please forward your most recent CV to us today. We look forward to talking with you soon!

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