Receptionist

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.

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!

Tatar Bunar is a new Ukrainian-Mediterranean restaurant in Shoreditch, where soulful cuisine meets artisan design and heartfelt hospitality. We are creating a warm, vibrant space where every guest is welcomed like family — and we are now looking for a professional and charming Host/Hostess to be the first smile our guests see. Role Responsibilities: Warmly greet and seat all guests, creating an outstanding first impression Manage the reservation system (SevenRooms) efficiently Organize waiting lists and coordinate table turns smoothly during busy periods Answer phone and email inquiries regarding bookings and events Communicate effectively with FOH and management about guest arrivals, VIPs, and special requests Maintain the entrance area’s appearance and atmosphere Assist with cloakroom service and farewell guests warmly Support floor team with guest management during peak times What We Are Looking For: Previous experience as a Host/Hostess or Receptionist in a premium restaurant, hotel, or hospitality venue Friendly, confident, and polished communication skills Ability to stay calm and organized under pressure Familiarity with reservation platforms (SevenRooms experience is a plus, but not essential) Professional presentation and attention to detail Positive attitude and a natural love for welcoming people Right to work in the UK What We Offer: Competitive salary + tips/service charge Staff meals and drinks during shifts Full training on our systems and service standards A supportive, respectful, family-style team environment Opportunities to grow within a young and exciting brand in Shoreditch

Gaucho Piccadilly is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Receptionist to join our team! Key Responsibilities for Gaucho Receptionist: Offer an exceptional experience to all Gaucho guests on arrival, departure and during their visit. Organize reception desk. Attend cloakroom. Answer phone calls and ensure floor plan is appropriately organized. Ensure all Gaucho reservations are processed professionally and accurately. Support and assist the management team to maximise sales revenues through cover driving and business optimisation. Be the face of Gaucho and demonstrate service excellence through heightened hospitality. Requirements for Gaucho Receptionist: Be a team player. Work well within a fast-paced environment. Demonstrate a positive approach to own role and teamwork. Be approachable and well mannered. Be professional and respectful at all times. Have fun. Experience with Open Table or similar booking system is mandatory for this position. Benefits and Training for Gaucho Receptionist: 50% off at all Gaucho and M Restaurants Referral and Length of Service Bonuses Incentive and reward schemes Cycle to work schemes RARE Benefits Industry Apprenticeship Program Opportunities Career Development and Training Programs Training provided by the Gaucho Academy Breakfast and Dinner when working 28 paid annual holidays