Host / Hostess

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.

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.

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

Maitre'd- 42 Cocktail Lounge - Gymkhana Salary - Up to £17.50 ph Schedule - Full Time Experience - Previous experience within a similar role Gymkhana's 42 Cocktail Lounge are seeking a Maitre'd to join their team. The successful candidate will be friendly, personable and passionate about all things food and drink. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Maitre'd looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group. Bar 42 A cocktail lounge, located at 42 Albemarle Street – where Gymkhana also resides. Guests enter through the door neighbouring Gymkhana. The drinks at 42 include house cocktails made with carefully sourced Indian ingredients and flavours, as well as a selection of elevated seasonal classics. The Position We're looking for an experienced Maitre'd to ensure a welcoming and engaging first impression, and an exceptional guest experience. You will be delivering Michelin Star standards and ensuring a seamless journey for our guests from start to finish. If you have experience in the following, then we want to hear from you: Welcoming and interacting with our guests in a professional and friendly manner, building rapport to encourage their repeat custom; Effectively managing reservations and walk-ins to maximise covers during service; Handling face to face, telephone and email queries in a polite, professional and diplomatic manner.

Receptionist - Gymkhana Salary - up to £16 ph Schedule - Full Time Experience - Previous experience as Receptionist within a Michelin star restaurant or Fine dinning Gymkhana are seeking a Receptionist to join their team. The successful candidate will be friendly, personable and passionate about all things food and drink. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Receptionist looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group. The Restaurant Operating in Mayfair for over a decade, Gymkhana is inspired by the bars, social, sports, and members’ clubs of the British Raj in India. It serves contemporary Indian cuisine using seasonal British ingredients, with a strong focus on the tandoori oven. Since its opening in 2013, Gymkhana has garnered numerous accolades, including its first Michelin star and, in 2024, a second Michelin star, making it the first Indian restaurant in London to hold two.The restaurant was also named Restaurant of the Year by Restaurant Magazine and BMW Square Meal in 2014. As Giles Coren of The Times remarked, "Gymkhana is the best restaurant I have ever been to." The Position We're looking for an experienced Receptionist to ensure a welcoming and engaging first impression, and an exceptional guest experience. You will be delivering Michelin Star standards and ensuring a seamless journey for our guests from start to finish. If you have experience in the following, then we want to hear from you: Welcoming and interacting with our guests in a professional and friendly manner, building rapport to encourage their repeat custom; Effectively managing reservations and walk-ins to maximise covers during service; Handling face to face, telephone and email queries in a polite, professional and diplomatic manner.

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