Do you want to work in the UK in 2025? This is a good chance! Many hotels, restaurants, and cafes in the UK need waiters. They are hiring people from other countries and giving visa sponsorship. There are many jobs for new and skilled workers. If you are from Asia, Africa, or Eastern Europe, you can apply. Some jobs also give free room and free training.
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Job Description
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As a waiter or waitress in the UK, your job is to serve food and drinks to customers. You will take orders, bring food, and help customers enjoy their meal. You may work in a big hotel, a small café, or a nice restaurant.
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Job Titles Include:
- Waiter / Waitress
- Food Server
- Restaurant Staff
- Table Assistant
- Hotel Dining Helper
Company Overview
Big hotel and restaurant companies like Hilton, Premier Inn, Nando’s, Wagamama, and Marriott are looking for waiters. These companies are allowed to give work visas. Some also work with job agencies that help hire people from other countries.
Job Requirements
To get this job, you need:
- Age: You must be 18 or older
- English: You must speak simple or medium English
- Experience: Not always needed, but it helps
- Education: No degree needed, but hospitality training is good
- Skills: Be friendly, clean, and on time
- Documents: Passport, CV, police paper, and visa papers
Job Roles and Responsibilities
- Welcome customers and take them to a table
- Take food and drink orders
- Serve food and drinks
- Clean the tables and working area
- Solve customer problems nicely
- Work together with kitchen and other staff
- Follow food safety and hygiene rules
Visa Sponsorship
The UK gives Skilled Worker Visas to people from other countries. Many restaurants and hotels will help you get this visa. They may pay for visa papers. You can also get:
- A UK work visa for 2 to 5 years
- A chance to live in the UK permanently after 5 years
- Visa help for your husband/wife and family
- Free or cheap place to live
- Help with travel and documents
💡 Tip: Look for companies on the UK Sponsor License list (Home Office website).
Salary and Benefits
Waiters in the UK usually get:
- £9.50 to £13.00 each hour
- £1,500 to £2,200 each month
- £18,000 to £25,000 each year
- Extra money from tips or extra hours: £300 to £500 each month
Other Benefits:
- Free meals while working
- Free uniform
- Health insurance (some full-time jobs)
- Paid holidays and sick days
- Discounts at some restaurants
- Job training and promotion chances
How to Apply?
Follow these easy steps:
- Make a CV with your job skills and any training
- Go to UK job websites like:
- Indeed UK
- Find a Job (UK government site)
- Seasonal Work Visa UK
- The Fast Hire
- Search with these words:
- “Waiter jobs in UK with visa sponsorship”
- “Restaurant jobs in London for foreigners”
- “Hotel waiter jobs in Manchester with work permit”
- Check if the job offers visa sponsorship
- Send your documents and do the online interview
- Get a job offer and sponsorship certificate
- Apply for a Skilled Worker Visa at the UK visa website
Tip: Apply early! The process takes 4 to 8 weeks.
FAQs
Q: Can foreigners work as waiters in the UK in 2025?
Yes. If you get a job from a UK company that gives visa sponsorship, you can work.
Q: Do I need experience?
No. Many places teach you the job after you start.
Q: What are the best cities for waiter jobs in the UK?
The best cities are London, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh, and Glasgow.