Free Spirit Hospitality

Managing bookings, either in person, over the phone, or online Providing waiting times to customers who are not pre-booked Creating an appropriate atmosphere for guests that’s in line with the restaurant or bar’s image or branding Providing a point of contact for customer feedback and helping to resolve any customer issues Providing personalised service and assistance for large parties of guests and VIPs Ensuring cleanliness and hygiene standards are met in the front of house area Assisting with the opening and closing of the restaurant Learning the food and beverage menu

We are looking for a professional, high-energy bartender with excellent communication skills to serve classical cocktails and exciting new beverages to our customers. The bartender will greet customers, learn about their preferences, answer questions, recommend menu items, and prepare and serve beverages and food. You will also upsell items, create recipes, utilize proper equipment and ingredients, and handle basic cleaning duties.

• Collaborate with waiting staff to ensure that tables are cleared, cleaned and waiting for the next party • Assist in washing dishes if the kitchen staff fall behind during the busier times of the day • Arrange tables for large parties and prepare the banquet hall for scheduled gatherings • Update the specials chalkboard each morning to reflect the specials for the day • Keep an eye on tables and alert servers if guests need drink refills

We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated Host/Hostess to join our passionate team at the newly opened Osteria Angelina. Our restaurant is committed to delivering excellence in both cuisine and service. We take pride in our dedication to providing guests with a memorable and enjoyable dining experience Who You Are: Excellent command of written and spoken English. Customer-focused, viewing every complaint as an opportunity to enhance the guest experience. Thrive in a high-paced environment, ensuring each guest feels special under all circumstances. Mature, patient, and confident with a friendly yet professional communication style. Seven rooms experience preferred.

Imad’s Syrian Kitchen in Kingly Court, Carnaby Street, is looking for an experienced professional Host to join our team! We are an award winning, busy restaurant in the heart of London’s Soho, offering fair pay, flexible hours and a great working environment. All applicants must have a valid visa/ be eligible to work in the UK.

Conscious & creative dining in the heart of Wood Wharf from the trio behind Fallow restaurant. Named after native deer of the British Isles, Roe will follow the same nose-to-tail and root-to-stem ethos as its critically acclaimed sister restaurant, Fallow St James’s. The extensive a la carte menu will be divided into nibbles and flatbreads, skewers, and grilled options, with larger plates and sides also available. As well as championing modest, British ingredients, Roe’s dishes will showcase underused and underappreciated produce. As the Reception Manager at Roe, you will be the face of our front-of-house operation, setting the tone for every guest’s experience. You will lead and inspire the reception team, take full ownership of reservations and guest flow, and ensure that our standard of service remains exceptional at every touchpoint. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring a dynamic and proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced, high-end hospitality environment. Key responsibilities: - Lead all front-of-house reception operations, ensuring a seamless, world-class guest experience. - Train, develop, and motivate the reception team to deliver consistent excellence. - Manage and optimize reservations, seating plans, and guest flow using SevenRooms or similar systems. - Ensure VIP guests and high-profile clientele are handled with discretion and the utmost professionalism. - Maintain a calm, solution-oriented approach when resolving guest issues or concerns. - Work closely with FOH and management teams to refine operational procedures and enhance guest journeys. - Uphold the presentation and atmosphere of the reception area, ensuring it remains organized and welcoming at all times. - Use guest feedback and team input to drive continuous service improvement. About You: - Previous work experience as a Reception Manager within a premium, high-volume hospitality venue. - Strong leadership and people management skills with a collaborative, supportive style. - Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and customer service abilities. - Proficient in managing booking and reservation platforms (experience with SevenRooms preferred). - Meticulously organized, with excellent problem-solving and multitasking skills. - Professional, polished, and composed—especially under pressure. - A passion for hospitality and a genuine desire to create memorable guest experiences. The benefits: - Competitive salary. - Career progression. - Continuous Learning and Development programme including external opportunities such as WSET and Leadership courses. - Wellbeing initiatives. - Reward and recognition schemes. - Free welcome lunch for you and a guest. - 50% restaurant discounts across the group. - 25% Friends and Family discounts. - 50% discount on company retail. - Supplier trips, staff parties and team socials. - Staff meal during your shift. - Increased holiday entitlement after three years employment. - Enhanced parental leave (after one year’s employment). - Sabbaticals (after three years employment). - Fowl Mouth: the opportunity for our employees to use Fowl as a venue to organise a professional pop-up night. At ROE, we're passionate about fostering an environment that allows everyone to thrive and prosper, regardless of background. Diversity of perspective and an inclusive approach that promotes the voice of those experiences and viewpoints are well-known to be beneficial for our company and, consequently, career advancement.

We’re looking for a confident, organised, and people-focused Front of House Host to join our team at The Boundary – a vibrant independent pub on Kings Road. This is a key role in ensuring our guests have a memorable experience from the moment they walk through the door to the moment they leave. What you’ll do: Be the warm and welcoming first face our guests see – and the friendly farewell as they leave. Manage our daily bookings with care and precision, ensuring smooth service and smart table planning. Upsell pre-orders and packages to help guests make the most of their visit – and to boost sales along the way. Work closely with our management and floor teams to deliver excellent guest experiences throughout every service. Keep calm under pressure, stay organised, and bring great energy to every shift. Who you are: You’re confident, personable, and love meeting new people. You’ve got a keen eye for detail and pride yourself on being organised. You’re commercially savvy and enjoy upselling with a natural, friendly approach. You’re a team player who can communicate clearly and work well with both guests and colleagues. Why join us? Be part of an independent, growing business with big plans. Enjoy a supportive, ambitious team environment. Opportunities to grow your role and progress within Arden Pub Group. Ready to be the face of The Boundary? We’d love to hear from you.

Job Title: Restaurant Hostess Company: Hafiz Mustafa 1864 London Branch Location: 92 Brompton Rd, London SW3 1ER, London, UK About Us: Hafız Mustafa 1864 is a celebrated Turkish dessert brand with a legacy dating back to 1864. We take pride in our exquisite desserts, which have earned us prestigious recognition, including being ranked 2nd on TasteAtlas' prestigious list of 150 most legendary dessert places worldwide. Additionally, we have been honored with awards such as the BBC Good Food Middle East Magazine Awards. These accolades recognize our unwavering commitment to crafting authentic and delightful Turkish sweets. Job Description: We are currently seeking a friendly and welcoming Restaurant Hostess to join our team at our London branch. Salary: 12-16/hour Vacancies: 2 Job Type/Hours: Full-Time / 40 hours a week ** Responsibilities:** - Greeting guests as they arrive and providing them with a warm welcome - Escorting guests to their tables and ensuring they are seated comfortably - Managing reservations and coordinating seating arrangements - Communicating with the kitchen and servers to ensure efficient service - Assisting with basic administrative tasks, such as answering phones and taking reservations - Maintaining cleanliness and organization in the reception and waiting areas ** Requirements:** - Previous experience in a similar role is preferred but not required - Excellent communication and customer service skills - Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure - Strong organizational skills and attention to detail - Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed ** Benefits:** - Competitive hourly wage or annual salary depends on the experience and the commitment - Opportunities for career growth and advancement - Employee discounts on our delicious desserts - Friendly and supportive work environment - Career development and training opportunities, online and in-house training programs Hafız Mustafa 1864 is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. Join us in bringing the sweetness of Turkish desserts to London! Job Types: Full-time

Big Mamma is a French Italian restaurant group founded by Victor Lugger and Tigrane Seydoux. Over the past 8 years, we have opened the doors to 27 restaurants in Europe (France, Monaco, England, Spain, Germany, Belgium and Italy). Our mission? To share with our customers 100% homemade authentic Italian dishes in beautifully designed spaces, with big smiles! Join our amazing team as our Host/Hostess! YOUR MISSION: - You will be part of a BIG MAMMA floor team! - You will be the first person our guests meet at the beginning of their experience, and it is vital you give a warm, welcoming and professional first impression. - You will be greeting and seating our guests, allocating tables and accommodating walk-ins. - You will master our bookings system, Sevenrooms, and ensure every booking and enquiry is managed. - You will be a good problem solver, responding appropriately when bookings don't always go to plan. - You will respect health and safety standards and maintain cleanliness and organisation across the floor. - You will spread magic and make our customers live the best moment of their day! - You will embody Big Mamma values: have a warm, smiling, professional attitude towards the customers, help your colleagues during service and demonstrate a "problem solver" attitude. YOUR SKILLS: - Big Smile and passion for Italian food! - Great energy, proactive attitude and team spirit - Excellent customer service and communication skills - Knowledge of the online booking system (SevenRooms is a bonus!) - Previous experience as a host/hostess in a busy restaurant - Part-time role: 20 to 30 hours per week. Any days between Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays OUR OFFER: - Permanent, full-time position - £ 15.21 per hour + Tronc Point - Tasty staff food served family style - 15% Employee discount in all of our restaurants - £500 referral bonus when you refer a friend - Employee of the Month award - Open Up - free, confidential mental health and wellness support - Wagestream: Financial Well-Being platform that allows you to access your wages between paydays - Regular training \& growth opportunities - Mobility across all of our venues in the UK and Europe Ti aspettiamo! BIG MAMMA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, colour, religion, national origin, disability, age or any other characteristic protected by law. #JoinBigMamma £15.21 / hour

Azura is a vibrant restaurant and bar establishment in the heart of London, renowned for its exceptional dining, entertainment and guest experience. We are looking for motivated individuals who will enjoy working in a lifestyle restaurant bar operations. Responsibilities: •Greeting customers when they arrive and leave •Acting as main point of contact for reception staff •Taking phone calls for reservations •Resolving customer complaints •Supervise booking system and arrange seating arrangements •Schedule reservation for guests both in person and over the phone •Responding to emails Requirement: •Excellent communication skills •Excellent customer service skills •Patience and composure •Good computer skills •Previous working experience with SevenRooms or OpenTable booking system is a big plus

🌟 Roof Terrace Host/Hostess – Oasis Bar & Terrace 🌟 Contract: Temporary (Now – September 2025) Working Days: Tuesday to Saturday Hours: Approx. 3pm – Close (flexible based on events and weather) Looking for a summer role in one of Canary Wharf’s most vibrant rooftop spaces? Oasis Bar & Terrace is seeking a confident, people-focused Host to welcome guests, manage bookings, and create a warm, unforgettable first impression on our iconic roof terrace. What You’ll Be Doing: - Greeting and seating guests with warmth and professionalism - Managing walk-ins and pre-booked reservations efficiently - Working closely with the management and floor teams to ensure smooth guest flow - Assisting with basic guest enquiries and promoting daily specials or events - Supporting the team during busy periods and helping maintain the terrace vibe What We’re Looking For: - A friendly, confident communicator with great people skills - Experience in front-of-house or host roles (preferred but not essential) - Someone calm under pressure and comfortable in a fast-paced environment - A team player who genuinely enjoys creating great guest experiences Must be available Tuesday to Saturday, and able to commit until September What You’ll Get: - A fun, dynamic workplace with a buzzing summer atmosphere - Staff discount on meals and drinks - A chance to be part of high-profile events and activations - Opportunities for longer-term work or progression beyond the contract Come and be the face of summer at Oasis. We can’t wait to meet you!