Position: Waiter (Evening Shifts)
Location: Empire World, Empire Business Complex, Building C6, Erbil
Working Hours: 4:00 PM – 1:00/2:00 AM (8H/day total w/ breaks)
About Don Gennaro
Don Gennaro is a well-loved Italian restaurant in Erbil, known for offering a proper slice of Italy right in the heart of the city. Tucked into the Empire Business Complex, it’s a spot where food, wine, and hospitality meet with care and pride. The team behind Don Gennaro doesn’t just serve meals — they share a culture. Whether it’s a plate of freshly made pasta or a glass of wine from our curated list, every detail matters. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, the service is sharp, and the food speaks for itself.
What We’re Looking For
We’re hiring 4 new waiters to join our front-of-house team. You’ll be someone who enjoys working with people, moves quickly, and knows how to read a table without being told. If you’ve worked in fine dining before, that’s great — but what we really care about is attitude, attention to detail, and a genuine interest in giving guests a great evening.
Kurdish speakers and locals are especially welcome, as many of our guests speak the language — but it’s not a must. English is necessary for the role.
Your Day-to-Day Will Include:
- Welcoming and serving guests with confidence and care
- Knowing the food and wine menu well enough to make good suggestions
- Working closely with the kitchen and bar to keep service running smoothly
- Keeping your section clean, organized, and ready at all times
- Handling guest questions or issues with professionalism and calm
- Supporting your teammates throughout the shift
What You Should Bring:
- Experience in a fine dining setting or a busy restaurant; if you lack experience, an adaptable and learning mindset is what you should bring. Lack of experience will be accommodated for with hospitality training
- Ability to stay calm under pressure, especially during rush hour
- Strong communication skills
- Presentability and enthusiasm when waiting a customer
- Clean, professional appearance
- A good command of English is a must; Kurdish is a big plus
Why Work With Us?
At Don Gennaro, we take pride in how we treat both our guests and our team. People who work here tend to stay — not just because it’s a great place to be, but because they’re growing in their roles. We don’t believe in keeping people boxed in. If you show promise, we notice. If you want to build a future in hospitality, you’ve found that future with Don Gennaro.
Equal Employment
We welcome everyone. We don’t judge based on gender, background, religion, or any of that. If you’ve got the skills and the right mindset, you’ve got a place here.
Ready to Apply?
Send your CV to [email protected] and mention the job code and position title in the subject line, as such: DG-WTR-001 – Waiter. Please note that applicants must copy the EXACT subject line to be submitted to the applicant tracking system. If you’d like to include a short note about yourself, that’s always appreciated.
