Assistant Waiter/ WaitressAbout usEmpiria Group owns, manages, and operates a distinctive collection of luxury hotels and villas, members of The Luxury Collection and Design Hotels™ by Marriott International, located in some of Greece’s most iconic destinations: Santorini, Paros, and the Peloponnese.With more than 30 years of expertise and a team of over 400 associates, Empiria Group is driven by a shared purpose: to create space for joy through elevated hospitality experiences. Our culture is shaped by four core values — finding joy, always elevating, exuding passion, and leading with purpose — guiding everything we do.At Empiria Group, hospitality is more than a profession. It is a craft, a mindset, and a journey of continuous growth. Role OverviewThe Assistant Waiter supports the service team in delivering a seamless, elegant, and personalized dining experience. The role involves ensuring impeccable table setup, maintaining well-prepared service areas, and responding promptly to guest needs, consistently contributing to the exceptional standards of service expected in a luxury hospitality environment. Key AccountabilitiesAssist in presenting and describing menu items, including food and beverages, in a professional and engaging manner.Τake and serve food and beverage orders accurately and in a timely manner.Deliver attentive, courteous, and personalized service throughout the guests’ dining experience.Set, clear, and reset tables in accordance with established restaurant and service standards.Monitor guest satisfaction and address requests or concerns promptly, professionally, and discreetly.Maintain high standards of cleanliness and organization in dining areas and service stations at all times.Assist with restocking service supplies, including napkins, cutlery, glassware, and condiments.Support the front-of-house team to ensure smooth, efficient, and well-coordinated service operations.Collaborate closely with kitchen and bar teams to ensure timely and accurate order delivery.Comply with all health, safety, hygiene, and sanitation regulations to ensure a safe and welcoming dining environment.RequirementsMinimum of one (1) year of experience in a similar role within a 5-star hotel or high-end restaurant environment.Degree or diploma in Hospitality, Tourism, or a related field will be considered an asset.Familiarity with MICROS or other POS systems is considered an advantage.Excellent command of the English language; knowledge of additional languages will be considered an asset.Candidate’s ProfileFlexibility and adaptability to respond effectively to a variety of work situations.Genuine passion for delivering consistently high levels of guest service.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.Pleasant, professional, and guest-oriented personality with a positive attitude. BenefitsAt Empiria Group, our hotels are more than workplaces — they are environments where people grow, evolve, and find purpose.Staff accommodation with Wi-Fi and air conditioning.Half-board meal plan (Breakfast & Lunch).Continuous training and development opportunities.Career growth opportunities within Empiria Group and across Marriott International properties worldwide. At Empiria Group we are proud to foster Equal Employment Opportunities regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, disability, or sexual orientation. All applications are considered strictly confidential. After careful consideration of all the resumes received, we will only contact the candidates who meet the requirements of the job to arrange an interview. You provide the Talent!We provide the Space for Opportunity and Growth!
Assistant Waiter/ Waitress
About us
Empiria Group owns, manages, and operates a distinctive collection of luxury hotels and villas, members of The Luxury Collection and Design Hotels™ by Marriott International, located in some of Greece’s most iconic destinations: Santorini, Paros, and the Peloponnese.
With more than 30 years of expertise and a team of over 400 associates, Empiria Group is driven by a shared purpose: to create space for joy through elevated hospitality experiences. Our culture is shaped by four core values — finding joy, always elevating, exuding passion, and leading with purpose — guiding everything we do.
At Empiria Group, hospitality is more than a profession. It is a craft, a mindset, and a journey of continuous growth.
Role Overview
The Assistant Waiter supports the service team in delivering a seamless, elegant, and personalized dining experience. The role involves ensuring impeccable table setup, maintaining well-prepared service areas, and responding promptly to guest needs, consistently contributing to the exceptional standards of service expected in a luxury hospitality environment.
Key Accountabilities
- Assist in presenting and describing menu items, including food and beverages, in a professional and engaging manner.
- Τake and serve food and beverage orders accurately and in a timely manner.
- Deliver attentive, courteous, and personalized service throughout the guests’ dining experience.
- Set, clear, and reset tables in accordance with established restaurant and service standards.
- Monitor guest satisfaction and address requests or concerns promptly, professionally, and discreetly.
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness and organization in dining areas and service stations at all times.
- Assist with restocking service supplies, including napkins, cutlery, glassware, and condiments.
- Support the front-of-house team to ensure smooth, efficient, and well-coordinated service operations.
- Collaborate closely with kitchen and bar teams to ensure timely and accurate order delivery.
- Comply with all health, safety, hygiene, and sanitation regulations to ensure a safe and welcoming dining environment.
Requirements
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a similar role within a 5-star hotel or high-end restaurant environment.
- Degree or diploma in Hospitality, Tourism, or a related field will be considered an asset.
- Familiarity with MICROS or other POS systems is considered an advantage.
- Excellent command of the English language; knowledge of additional languages will be considered an asset.
Candidate’s Profile
- Flexibility and adaptability to respond effectively to a variety of work situations.
- Genuine passion for delivering consistently high levels of guest service.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Pleasant, professional, and guest-oriented personality with a positive attitude.
Benefits
At Empiria Group, our hotels are more than workplaces — they are environments where people grow, evolve, and find purpose.
- Staff accommodation with Wi-Fi and air conditioning.
- Half-board meal plan (Breakfast & Lunch).
- Continuous training and development opportunities.
- Career growth opportunities within Empiria Group and across Marriott International properties worldwide.
At Empiria Group we are proud to foster Equal Employment Opportunities regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, disability, or sexual orientation. All applications are considered strictly confidential. After careful consideration of all the resumes received, we will only contact the candidates who meet the requirements of the job to arrange an interview.
You provide the Talent!
We provide the Space for Opportunity and Growth!
Empiria Group, owns, manages, and operates a unique collection of luxury hotels & villas, members of The Luxury Collection & Design Hotels of Marriott International, located in prime destinations around Greece, namely in Santorini, Paros & Peloponnese. For over 30 years and through a team that exceeds 300 associates, we create unique hospitality experiences delivered through our hallmark personalized services, with an attention to detail our customers deserve and appreciate. At Empiria Group we aim to redefine destinations as the leading luxury hospitality brand of Greece, led by the most caring and positive associates.
Empiria Group, owns, manages, and operates a unique collection of luxury hotels & villas, members of The Luxury Collection & Design Hotels of Marriott International, located in prime destinations around Greece, namely in Santorini, Paros & Peloponnese.
For over 30 years and through a team that exceeds 300 associates, we create unique hospitality experiences delivered through our hallmark personalized services, with an attention to detail our customers deserve and appreciate.
At Empiria Group we aim to redefine destinations as the leading luxury hospitality brand of Greece, led by the most caring and positive associates.
