Assistant Waiter / Waitress, Costa Navarino (2026)

Costa Navarino is in Messinia in the southwest Peloponnese, in one of the most unspoiled and breathtaking landscapes in the Mediterranean. It is currently home to four 5-star deluxe hotels, The Romanos, a Luxury Collection Resort and The Westin Resort at Navarino Dunes, W-Costa Navarino and Mandarin Oriental at Navarino Bay. In the coming years, more upscale branded hotels will be added to our portfolio, both in Messinia and Athens.

Navarino Dunes Costa Navarino facilities include 766 bedroom units award winning Anazoe Spa, a 4,000m2 spa & thalassotherapy center, four multi-awarded, signature golf courses, over 20 fine dining venues, 5,000 m2 House of Events and a wide range of sports, such as the “Mouratoglou Tennis Center”, Bayern Munich football academy, Navarino Outdoor and many more.

W Costa Navarino, exclusively for adults and young adults over 12 years old, offers 226 stylish rooms, 2 bedroom suites and 3 bedroom villas with infinity private pools, staged in the Bay of Navarino with stunning Ionian Sea views, The Watersports Center, The Away Spa and gym with a heated 25m-long lap pool, including the new Navarino Agora, an open marketplace with retail, street food, open-air cinema and exciting programming throughout the day and night.

The award-winning The Romanos, a Luxury Collection Resort and The Westin Resort Costa Navarino are seeking for Assistant Waiter. An Assistant Waiter/Waitress should assist in providing excellent customer service, through taking and placing guests’ orders and delivering meals and beverages to guests and achieve the maximum guest satisfaction, on a daily basis in a timely, friendly, and efficient manner, in collaboration with the Head waiter / waitress.

Responsibilities

• Manage guest’s expectations, and attend to their needs, in a proactive and positive manner.
• Prepare and organize mise en place based on daily outlet needs, for all equipment. Prepare and sanitize all the tables, chairs while assisting Head waiter with the daily duties.
• Carry out position allocated tasks during shift and provide a detailed handover at the end of the shift, focusing on continuous improvement on a daily basis.
• Greet and welcome guests in a courteous manner. Take orders using the PDA system and serve with accuracy, following brand standards and H&S protocols.
• Communicate special requests from guests to the F&B and culinary team, regarding allergies or specific preferences, to ensure excellent customer service is provided.
• Maintain high standards of personal hygiene and preserve a clean and tidy work area at all times.
• Assist in all BOH preparations when necessary, ensuring teamwork and effective communication is maintained.
• Follow all H&S rules, hotel policies, SOPs and Brand Standards at all times. Guide and encourage team to do the same.
• Attend all trainings and seminars provided by the company and continuously remain updated for all trends and market news.

Requirements

• 1 year experience in the Food and Beverage industry (Service) at a 5* hotel is desirable
• High school Diploma
• Be a person with enviable customer service skills
• Speak, write and converse freely in both Greek and English.
• Have good computer skills
• Be an inspiring team player
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written
• Multitasking abilities / Flexibility / Positivity

Benefits

What We Offer:

• Competitive Compensation Package
• Private Medical Plan
• Accommodation in the vicinity of Costa Navarino (for non-Messinian associates)
• Meals Provided On-site

Personal & Professional Growth:

• Ongoing Training & Development Opportunities
• Potential for Task Force Assignments Abroad in Marriott Hotels
• Exposure to an International Work Environment

Wellbeing & Perks:

• Use of Costa Navarino Facilities (subject to internal policies)
• Access to the Support Room – Online Wellness Platform
• Discounts at Marriott Hotels Worldwide