Experienced Waiter-Waitress & FIKISSIMO and Fiko (Amsterdam) -Wine knowledge apprecciated!
PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT LIVE IN AMSTERDAM
Position Available Immediately (Per Direct)
Hi there!
Are you ready to elevate your hospitality career in one of Amsterdam’s most dynamic and refined restaurant groups?
Join the FIKO and FIKISSIMO family — where authentic cuisine, design, and service meet passion and precision.
At FIKO (“cool” in Italian), we offer authentic Italian cuisine paired with an expertly curated wine selection and a warm yet elegant service style.
At FIKISSIMO (“super cool”), we fuse Mediterranean soul with Asian inspiration, delivering an immersive dining experience where food, wine, and ambiance come together.
Both venues are among Amsterdam’s leading high-end dining destinations, and we’re looking for a skilled Waiteress-Waiter to join our front-of-house team.
About the Role
As a Waiteress-Waiter, you will play a key role in creating a seamless and memorable dining journey for our guests.
Your expertise in wine service, menu knowledge, and guest engagement will be essential in guiding guests through our selection and enhancing every moment at the table.
Strong wine knowledge and the ability to guide guests through pairing options are essential aspects of this role.
You are someone who leads by example — setting the tone for the floor, motivating the team, and ensuring that each service runs with precision and style.
Your Expertise
To thrive with us, you’ll bring:
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in fine-dining or high-end casual restaurants
- Solid wine expertise – from varietals and vintages to regional pairings and storytelling
- Ability to recommend, describe, and serve wines with confidence and passion
- Strong upselling skills – capable of increasing revenue naturally through genuine guest connection
- Experience in decanting, wine service techniques, and cellar management (WSET or sommelier certification is a plus)
- Excellent communication skills and professional demeanor
- Leadership mindset – supportive, motivating, and always leading by example
- A genuine passion for hospitality, teamwork, and guest satisfaction
- Fluency in English (Dutch and/or Italian is a strong plus)
- Legally allowed to work in the Netherlands
- Weekend and lunch shift availability
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Weekly tips + additional tip share for lunch/long weekend shifts
- Full-time contract
- 25 paid holidays per year + bank holidays
- Monthly holiday allowance
- Pension plan
- Ongoing wine, service, and upselling training
- Clear path for professional growth
- 30% staff discount across all locations
- Free staff meal and drink after each shift
- A dynamic, international team that feels like family
Apply Now
If you have a passion for wine, precision in service, and the ambition to grow within a team that values excellence, send your CV and cover letter to:
[email protected]
Join FIKO & FIKISSIMO — and bring your expertise to the table, where hospitality becomes art.
Please note that in order to be able to work you need to have evidence of eligibility to work in Netherlands such as BSN and registration
For more information about us, please visit our website, www.fikoamsterdam.com or Instagram page on https://www.instagram.com/fiko_amsterdam/
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From €15,50 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Are you currently living in Amsterdam and with a valid BSN number? If not, please do not apply! Thanks
Experience:
- hospitality: 4 years (Required)
Language:
- English is a must, Dutch a big plus (Required)
Work authorization:
Work Location: In person
