Banqueting Assistant

Job Summary

Tattu Edinburgh is seeking a friendly, organised, and customer-focused Banqueting Assistant to support the delivery of high-quality dining experiences for private events, group bookings, and special occasions. The successful candidate will help prepare event spaces, serve food and drinks, assist guests, and work closely with the hospitality team to ensure smooth and professional service.

Job Description

• Assist with setting up and preparing event and dining areas before service.
• Arrange tables, chairs, tableware, glassware, and other event equipment.
• Welcome guests and provide friendly, professional customer service.
• Support the serving of food and beverages during banquets and private events.
• Communicate with kitchen and front-of-house teams to coordinate service.
• Help ensure food and drinks are delivered accurately and promptly.
• Maintain clean, tidy, and presentable event spaces throughout service.
• Respond politely to guest requests and direct enquiries to the appropriate team member.
• Assist with clearing tables and resetting areas between courses or events.
• Follow food hygiene, health and safety, and workplace procedures.
• Check event supplies and report missing or damaged equipment.
• Help prepare and replenish service stations when required.
• Support the team during busy functions and special occasions.
• Assist with clearing down and storing equipment after events.
• Carry out additional hospitality duties as reasonably required.

Qualifications

• Previous hospitality, restaurant, or event service experience is desirable but not essential.
• Friendly and professional communication skills.
• Strong teamwork and organisational abilities.
• Good attention to detail when preparing event spaces.
• A customer-focused approach and willingness to assist guests.
• Ability to follow instructions and work efficiently under pressure.
• Reliable, punctual, and professional attitude.
• Ability to manage several tasks during busy service periods.
• Understanding of food hygiene and health and safety practices.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and bank holidays as required.
• Willingness to learn and develop hospitality skills.

Pay: £13.00-£24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24.0 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Employee stock ownership plan
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Financial planning services
• Flexitime
• Free flu jabs
• Free or subsidised travel
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Housing allowance
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid volunteer time
• Private dental insurance
• Relocation assistance
• Sick pay
• Transport links
• UK visa sponsorship
• Unlimited paid holidays
• Work from home

Work Location: In person