Host / Hostess

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.

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. - 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 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 a Breakfast 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 guests with a warm and professional demeanour, ensuring a positive first impression. - Manage reservations, seating arrangements, and guest flow to optimize the dining experience. - Handle phone and email inquiries, providing accurate information and assisting with bookings. - Work closely with the front-of-house and management team to ensure seamless service. - Maintain an organized and efficient reception area. - Assist with special requests and accommodate guest needs whenever possible. About you: - Previous experience as a Receptionist or Host in a high-quality hospitality environment. - Exceptional customer service and communication skills. - Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. - Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure. - A team player with a positive and proactive attitude. - Proficient in utilizing the Seven Rooms booking system. 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 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.

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

Front of House Team Member – Kusina by Lorenzo (Richmond) About Us Kusina by Lorenzo is a vibrant Filipino restaurant dedicated to delivering authentic flavours and unforgettable dining experiences. Our passion lies in sharing the warmth of Filipino culture through delicious food and exceptional service. We pride ourselves on our friendly atmosphere and commitment to making every guest feel like part of the family. The Opportunity We are currently looking to hire two Front of House Team Members to join our growing team at our Richmond branch. As part of a seven-day operation, we are seeking reliable and enthusiastic individuals who are excited to work in a fast-paced, people-focused environment. You’ll be the face of Kusina by Lorenzo – greeting guests, taking orders, and ensuring every visit is smooth, friendly, and memorable. You’ll also work closely with the kitchen team to maintain a high standard of service and help keep everything running efficiently. If you love working with people, have a passion for hospitality, and are excited about being part of a team that celebrates culture through food and service – we’d love to hear from you! Please note: This role includes evening and weekend shifts, so we kindly ask that only candidates happy to work these hours apply.

We are looking for a hostess position to join our amazing team .You will work in an iconic venue at Kensington Palace ,Orangery restaurant . If you are dynamic, motivated and organized please join us . Immediate start! No evenings required .

Home of sensory Japanese dining CLAP Restaurant is open in one of London’s most prestigious areas, Knightsbridge. Following extensive and consistent success with three thriving restaurants based across the Middle East, led by the flagship CLAP Dubai, and a reputation renowned by the Michelin Guide. CLAP is delighted to announce it will continue to redefine dining experiences with its debut opening in the UK. Clap London along with our other restaurants and hotels can offer you an exciting opportunities to travel and grow within our company We are looking for an enthusiastic and hard working Hostess to join our team

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