Portobello Road 240, Notting Hill, Kensington and Chelsea, London
Japanese bar and restaurant • 11-50 Employees
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Ukai is a busy Japanese bar and restaurant on famous Portobello road with a fantastic party atmosphere especially over the weekend. Really friendly staff who always work as a team.
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Ukai is a modern Japanese Restaurant, based in Notting Hill, serving contemporary Japanese cuisine boasting a lively Robata grill and creative Sushi. Since the quality of our service is crucial to success the right applicant must have previous experience in a high-end and fast-pace environment. Responsibilities include: Greeting guests upon entrance Organise the reservations, and seat guests accordingly Recognise guests reservations notes & communicate to the respective team member Micro manage table return-times Skills necessary: Excellent verbal communication skills General maths skills Great customer service and conflict-resolution skills, and a commitment to professionalism Ability to work on your feet for hours at a time Excellent teamwork ability Working with us offers you a superb range of benefits including: Cash & Card tips Paid Holidays Weekly/Monthly Cash incentives 1-to-1 Speciality Training for specific areas regarding Food & Beverage
Ukai is a modern Japanese Restaurant, based in Notting Hill, serving contemporary Japanese cuisine boasting a lively Robata grill and creative Sushi. Since the quality of our service is crucial to success the right applicant must have previous experience in a high-end and fast-pace environment. Responsibilities include: Greeting guests upon entrance Setting up dining tables and preparing the correct Mise en place Assist guests regarding questions about Food & Beverage, as well as up-selling our House Specialities. Taking Food & Drinks orders and notify the management/kitchen for allergies and other Dietary requirements Deliver food to guests in a timely manner and attend to the needs of guests throughout the dining process Skills necessary: Excellent verbal communication skills General maths skills Great customer service and conflict-resolution skills, and a commitment to professionalism Ability to work on your feet for hours at a time Excellent teamwork ability Adept knowledge regarding the 14 allergens Working with us offers you a superb range of benefits including: Cash & Card tips Paid Holidays Weekly/Monthly Cash incentives 1-to-1 Speciality Training for specific areas regarding Food & Beverage
Following a successful pop-up, chef owners Jack Croft and Will Murray officially launched FOWL in October 2023, which can be found just around the corner from their flagship restaurant Fallow St. James’s. FOWL restaurant celebrates the nation’s favourite bird through an all-in, beak-to-feet menu concept, with the addition of monthly specials brought to you in collaboration with an epic line up of foodie icons! Offering both indoor and outside dining, FOWL is open for Lunch, Dinner & Cocktails. As a Receptionist, you will be responsible for providing a warm, friendly, and efficient welcome to all guests, ensuring they have a smooth and enjoyable experience from arrival to departure. This role involves managing reservations, assisting with guest inquiries, and supporting the front-of-house team to maximize guest satisfaction and table occupancy. Key responsibilities: - Greet all guests warmly and professionally, creating a positive first impression. - Assist guests with inquiries, providing information on menu offerings, venue facilities, and special events. - Ensure that regular guests are recognized and greeted according to their preferences, updating profiles as needed to enhance future visits. About you: - Previous experience as a receptionist in a similar environment. - Proficient in utilizing the Seven Rooms booking system. The benefits: - Competitive salary. - Continuous training, coaching and mentoring. - Wellbeing programme that includes team days out and mental health first aiders. - Career progression with plenty of opportunities to move into a new role. - 50% off food and a round of drinks on us when you dine across the group plus Friends and Family discounts. - No structured uniform, celebrate your individuality. - Free welcome lunch for you and a guest. - Family meal during your shift. - Bonus scheme and employee referral scheme for eligible team members. - Minimum 28 days paid holiday (prorated for part time employees). At FOWL, 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.
Fallow was founded by three individuals in May 2019, two chefs Jack Croft and William Murray, and career hospitality entrepreneur James Robson. The essence of this combination makes up much of Fallows DNA, where conscious culinary creativity meets hospitality experience and passion. Fallow’s permanent home in St James’s market was established in November 2021 and has since attracted a string of awards including both the Marie Claire and GQ ‘sustainable restaurant of the year’ and the Caterer award for ‘best new restaurant’. As a Senior Receptionist at Fallow, you will take charge of reservations, guest coordination, and front-of-house operations while mentoring junior team members. Your warm and professional demeanour will set the tone for an exceptional dining experience, ensuring efficiency and excellence in service. Key responsibilities: - Oversee and manage the reception team, ensuring smooth guest arrivals and departures. - Handle reservations, seating arrangements, and guest flow to optimize the dining experience. - Train and mentor junior receptionists, maintaining high standards of service. - Manage phone and email inquiries, assisting with bookings and special requests. - Work closely with front-of-house and management teams to ensure seamless operations. - Maintain an organized and welcoming reception area. About you: - Previous experience as a Senior Receptionist or in a similar leadership role within hospitality. - Exceptional customer service, communication, and organizational skills. - Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure. - A team player with leadership qualities and a proactive attitude. - Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills. - Proficient in utilizing the Seven Rooms booking system. The benefits: - Competitive salary. - Continuous training, coaching and mentoring. - Wellbeing programme that includes team days out and mental health first aiders. - Career progression with plenty of opportunities to move into a new role. - 50% off food and a round of drinks on us when you dine across the group plus Friends and Family discounts. - No structured uniform, celebrate your individuality. - Free welcome lunch for you and a guest. - Family meal during your shift. - Bonus scheme and employee referral scheme for eligible team members. - Minimum 28 days paid holiday (prorated for part time employees). At FALLOW, 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.
Fallow was founded by three individuals in May 2019, two chefs Jack Croft and William Murray, and career hospitality entrepreneur James Robson. The essence of this combination makes up much of Fallows DNA, where conscious culinary creativity meets hospitality experience and passion. Fallow’s permanent home in St James’s market was established in November 2021 and has since attracted a string of awards including both the Marie Claire and GQ ‘sustainable restaurant of the year’ and the Caterer award for ‘best new restaurant’. As an Assistant Reception Manager at Fallow, you will play a crucial role in ensuring smooth front-of-house operations, maintaining exceptional service standards, and leading by example. You will support the Reception Manager in driving efficiency, managing reservations, and enhancing the guest journey from arrival to departure. Key responsibilities: - Assist in overseeing reception operations, ensuring a seamless and world-class guest experience. - Support, train, and mentor the reception team, maintaining the highest standards of service. - Manage reservations, seating arrangements, and guest flow to optimize efficiency. - Handle VIP guests and high-profile clientele with discretion and professionalism. - Quickly and effectively resolve guest concerns, ensuring total satisfaction. - Work closely with the Reception Manager and front-of-house teams to refine and enhance operational procedures. - Maintain a professional, organized, and welcoming reception area. About you: - Previous experience as an Assistant Reception Manager, Senior Receptionist, or similar leadership role within a high-end, fast-paced hospitality environment. - Strong leadership skills with a passion for delivering an exceptional guest experience. - Excellent organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving abilities. - Impeccable customer service and communication skills. - A proactive, solution-driven approach with a keen eye for operational improvements. - The ability to remain calm and composed under pressure. - Proficient in utilizing the Seven Rooms booking system. The benefits: - Competitive salary. - Continuous training, coaching and mentoring. - Wellbeing programme that includes team days out and mental health first aiders. - Career progression with plenty of opportunities to move into a new role. - 50% off food and a round of drinks on us when you dine across the group plus Friends and Family discounts. - No structured uniform, celebrate your individuality. - Free welcome lunch for you and a guest. - Family meal during your shift. - Bonus scheme and employee referral scheme for eligible team members. - Minimum 28 days paid holiday (prorated for part time employees). At FALLOW, 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.
Seeking FOH/Waitering staff for a busy dessert restaurant in Central London. Please read the description and only apply if you can meet the following criteria: - 24 hours a week, across weekdays and weekends - 6pm - midnight - £8.60 p/h (rising to £10 p/h after probation) + variable service - Immediate start available
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
At Ruby, your personality really matters, your time really matters, and we strongly believe we groove way better together. At Ruby, we keep breaking new ground. Hey Sunshine, You think travelling is more than just the next summer holiday, but the feeling of being at home anywhere in the world? That your workplace should be a place with personality and soul, where new ideas come to life? Then you are the missing olive in our Martini, the missing melody in our music, and the heartbeat of our our We are a fast-growing hospitality group with existing hotels and workspaces in some of Europe's most exciting locations and many more projects under construction. We break new ground with our Lean Luxury philosophy, creating a contemporary and affordable form of luxury. Join us and make it your own story Trust us, you won't get bored, as you: are not only an all-rounder and multitasking talent, but also the first point of contact for our guests to make them feel at home from the very first moment to the last drink prepare cocktails, drinks, and delicious snacks with a few skillful moves, ensuring smooth and seamless service lovingly take care of the preparation of our breakfast buffet and set the tables for the next morning hold down the fort at night and look after the house and guests handle the end-of-day closing with care, ensuring everything runs smoothly and stays on track share your insider tips with our guests, pointing them to the best hotspots in the city We've been waiting for you, since you have/are: ideally gained some experience in the hotel industry, don’t worry if you don’t know what "mise-en-place" means yet 😉 a true night owl, who enjoys working primarily at night and in shifts, while always keeping everything under control counting reliability, multitasking and your willingness to learn among your strengths empathetic with others and love sharing your enthusiasm with those around you a great sense of humour, enjoy working in a team, and love interacting with our guests speaking fluent English What's in for you? That's how we groove: your style, your smile, your ideas – bring your personality to work better together – at work, during team events or just because it’s Monday 😉 less work, same money – for us, full-time means 35 hours and every hour counts no more excuses – we support your sports program you’re always welcome – 50 % on our F&B no matter how you get to work – a mobility allowance comes on top take it to the next level – secure yourself some extra cash through profit-sharing, talent scouting and positive reviews level up your game – Ruby takes you to the top innovation is part of our DNA – Lean Luxury, paperless, cashless, … you name it Where have you been so long? Whether you’re a social butterfly with a flair for cocktail-shaking, a creative soul with an eye for design, or a pro at planning and behind-the-scenes magic - there’s a place for you at Ruby. We’re always looking for friendly faces and passionate team players. Not perfect CVs, but great personalities, who’ll help us create hotels and workspaces with character and soul. So, whatever makes you tick, join us and start your Ruby story. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion We believe that... ...you can love whoever you want to ...you should decide for yourself whether and with which pronouns you would like to be addressed ...you can be proud of your heritage and culture ...you don't have to justify your religion or world view ...you are good, just as you are and make our team and Ruby's diversity unique We can't deal with: isms Racism, sexism, heterosexism, antisemitism, and such kind of isms are not tolerated here. If you want to know what to expect, listen to Carolina's story from our Ruby Zoe in London. You can find even more Ruby Stories here: src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ohml_VeLnUE?list=PLs713mwmcE44RCCCNcEXppghILFowqc3z&index=22" width="850" height="478"> Department: Host/Hostess Language required: English. The company We break new ground with our Lean Luxury philosophy, creating a contemporary and affordable form of luxury. For us, luxury means uncomplicated comfort instead of formalities. Inspiring people instead of beautiful facades. Soul and character instead of glossy surfaces. For us, lean means not having to pay for anything you don't need or want. Simply leaving away the unimportant. In hotels, located in the heart of the city, we don't need a restaurant or room service. Instead, we want a casual bar that is open around the clock. We don't need huge rooms, since luxury is also possible in a small space. But we want that everything got its place and the most important things to work perfectly: Being connected, sleeping, freshening up. Diversity and being different is important to us, which is why we strive for a team where the most diverse bunch of people can find their place. With us, you should be yourself. Everyone brings their own rhythm and their own melody. This is how our unique groove comes to life. Did we mention, that we love music? As a team, we want to be the best at what we do. And we like to walk off the beaten path to do so. We enjoy what we do and don’t take ourselves too seriously. We prefer talking as equals with each other as well as with our guests, instead of hiding behind titles and formalities. We’re all united in our wish and goal: to give everyone – employees, guests and clients – the feeling of having arrived, where the real heart of the city beats. We’re not looking for a perfect CV, but rather a personality, which fits to our team. Sounds interesting? Apply now. Join us and make it your own story!
Company DescriptionThe Hoxton, Shoreditch – our first hotel – found its home in a former car park, and just like the neighbourhood, has evolved over the years into a fixture of the East London scene. Shoreditch has become one of the most happening areas of London, and we’re bang in the middle of it, with 210 bedrooms, the Apartment, and two in-house restaurants – Hoxton Grill and Llama Inn. Job Description To be responsible for the cleaning and servicing of public areas, ensuring that these are always cleaned to brand standards, and are well presented and maintained. To be responsible for reporting any maintenance defects in public areas and back of house through KnowCross. To ensure that all public areas adhere to all brand standards and quality audit standards. To be responsible for the cleaning and maintenance of exterior areas of the hotel including but not limited to guest entrances and loading bay areas. To oversee the delivery and collection of linen and terry on a daily basis. To be responsible for the stocking of linen and housekeeping supplies on guest floors and in stores, and to ensure that these storage areas are clean and well maintained. To ensure guest floors are clean and well maintained at all times. To assist with other tasks to support the housekeeping team as required. To ensure that all Health and Safety standards are adhered to and any breaches in standards are reported to the Head Housekeeper. To ensure all cleaning materials are handled correctly and to be fully aware of COSHH regulations. To attend all training sessions required. To maintain a positive and friendly attitude at all times, even when working to find solutions to challenges. To provide the highest level of customer care, and to provide a friendly, helpful and responsive level of service for our guests. To assist in the cleaning of public areas and back of house areas as required. Qualifications You have a high level of verbal and written communication skills and competent computer skills. You have the ability to build relationships with colleagues and customers. Experience working in a very fast paced environment Additional InformationWhat’s in it for you… Competitive salary 28 days holidays (inclusive of bank holidays), pension, and life insurance. A health cash plan to claim money back and get access to lots of ways to support your physical & mental wellbeing It’s ok not to be Ok, we have a confidential hotline for any support you require about anything and a network of mental health first aiders Treat yourself once in a while with lots of retail & hospitality perks through our partners Enjoy a free night at The Hoxton and a meal for two when you first start with us Goes without saying, but we’ll feed you during your shift Excellent discounts across the Ennismore family for you and your nearest and dearest (even if you decide to leave us!) Free night at The Hoxton every year and something a little extra £££ when you hit the big milestones! Lots of opportunity to progress and switch it up as part of a global family of brands Training to get you settled into your role, learning academies to broaden your skillset and development that helps you think, make and thrive at work Extra time off to volunteer with one of our partner charities Regular team get togethers, from our team drinks to our (pretty special!) bi-annual parties – we know how to have a good time! Enhanced family leave for when you’re expanding your family An annual diversity and inclusion calendar of events creating opportunities for you to learn, celebrate and make a positive impact Department: Housekeeping The company Homey & Layered The Hoxton is a series of hotels rooted in culture and community. Each hotel is a reflection of its neighbourhood, inspired by the diversity of the streets and scenes that surround them. Ever since we opened the doors of our first hotel in Shoreditch back in 2006, we’ve been known for our vibrant, homey lobbies and our celebration of the locality through art, design, retail and eclectic programming.
Receptionist – Full-Time 📍 Gilgamesh London, Covent Garden About the Role: Gilgamesh London is seeking a professional, friendly, and experienced Receptionist to be the face of our venue. You’ll manage reservations, welcome guests, and ensure seamless front-of-house operations. Key Responsibilities: • Manage reservations via SevenRooms, OpenTable, and The Fork • Provide a warm, professional welcome to all guests • Handle phone, email, and in-person inquiries • Work closely with the floor and management teams to ensure smooth service • Maintain a tidy, organized reception area • Support with VIP bookings & special requests Requirements: ✔️ Previous experience in a high-end restaurant or hospitality setting ✔️ Fluent in reservation systems (SevenRooms, OpenTable, The Fork) ✔️ Exceptional customer service & communication skills ✔️ Positive, professional, and highly organized ✔️ Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, including evenings & weekends Why Join Us? ✨ Work in one of London’s top dining venues ✨ Competitive salary & career growth opportunities ✨ Engage with VIPs & industry professionals ✨ Staff discounts & team perks Join Gilgamesh London and help us create exceptional guest experiences!