Restaurant Receptionist - The Social Company - London

Looking for a part time receptionist to join our team at Santo Mare Restaurant in the heart of Marylebone. A restaurant receptionist greets guests, manages reservations, and ensures a positive dining experience. You will be the first point of contact, handling inquiries, coordinating seating arrangements, and providing information about the restaurant. This role is crucial for creating a welcoming atmosphere and maintaining smooth restaurant operations. Part time position, mostly evenings, start immediately . Salary £15 per hour You need to have experiences. Contact me if you think you are the right candidate for the position

We are seeking an exceptional Receptionist to join the team at The River Restaurant by Gordon Ramsay based at the Savoy Hotel, Strand. Your responsibilities will include: • You will be the first and last point of contact for our guests, setting the tone for an exceptional dining experience, • Managing reservations, seating plans, and guest flow to ensure a smooth and efficient service, • Handling telephone calls, emails, and booking enquiries in a professional and timely manner, • Ensuring guests are seated promptly and their needs are communicated effectively to the Front of House team, • Building rapport with guests in a friendly yet professional manner to enhance their overall experience, • Managing guest queries, special requests, and feedback with confidence and discretion, • Maintaining a well-presented and organised reception area at all times What We’re Looking For: • Previous experience in a receptionist, host, or customer-facing hospitality role, • Excellent communication and organisational skills, • A polished, professional manner with a naturally warm and engaging personality, • Strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, • A genuine passion for delivering outstanding customer service, • What’s in it for you:, • Competitive Pay Rate, • A fantastic 50% staff discount on food and drink in Restaurants and on Gordon Ramsay Academy classes & courses, • 30% discount for your Friends & Family in Restaurants and on Gordon Ramsay Academy classes & courses, • Employees can instantly access up to 50% of basic wages earned before payday via Stream, • Refer a Friend Scheme - earn between £250 to £1000 when referring a friend to work with us (T&Cs apply), • Access to our world-class training & development opportunities globally, • Progress your career through a multi-site and multi-brand, best in class global restaurant group, • Work with and learn from extraordinary culinary and front-of house talent in a diverse, energising and professional restaurant environment, • Preferential Room Rates at Gordon Ramsay Restaurants partner hotel, • MYNDUP - our wellbeing partner where our teams can access up to 2 hours anonymous support a month, fully funded by GRR, for everything from mental health & wellbeing, to counselling or therapy sessions, life & career coaching and more, • Meals on duty This role will offer the successful candidate an exciting opportunity to develop their career in a best-in-class global restaurant business!We do receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact those who have been successful in moving to the next stage of the recruitment process.At Gordon Ramsay Restaurants, we are driven to be an inclusive employer, we are devoted to creating an environment where our amazing teams can thrive, and our aim is to put people at the heart of everything we do. We want our teams to be their authentic self and we truly celebrate diversity in every sense.We are successful at what we do by cultivating talented teams with diverse skills & backgrounds. Everyone is welcome in our Gordon Ramsay Restaurants family. As we continue to grow and build the business, we are committed to putting diversity, equality, and inclusion at the forefront.

Our story Back in 2019 in Paris, two friends, Charles and Victor, opened a brasserie together - the kind of place Parisians disappear into for a 3 hour lunch. They called it La Nouvelle Garde: a promise to eat and drink the French way, done properly, 100% homemade, cooked from scratch from the highest quality seasonal ingredients. They served classic French dishes prepared with care, generosity and excellence in beautiful, relaxed spaces full of energy. Guests loved it! 🎉 So they opened another one, and then another one. And 9 brasseries later, it was finally time to bring it to London. In July 2026 in Sloane Square, Brasserie Olivia was born. This is just the beginning of our London story, and we'd love you to help write the next chapter. The role As a Host / Hostess, you'll be the first person our guests meet when they arrive at Brasserie Olivia. You'll welcome and seat our guests, manage reservations and walk-ins using the SevenRooms platform. You'll work closely with the floor team to keep tables moving and make the most of every service. You'll keep an eye on what's happening across the restaurant, communicate with the team and jump in to help reset or prepare tables when needed. Most importantly, you'll make sure every guest receives a warm welcome from the moment they walk through our doors. What you'll bring • You have previous Host/Hostess experience in a busy restaurant., • You're confident using reservation systems; experience with SevenRooms platform would be a bonus., • You're warm, positive and naturally enjoy talking to people., • You're organised, quick on your feet and comfortable working in a busy restaurant., • You communicate clearly and work well with the wider restaurant team., • You understand the importance of managing bookings and turning tables efficiently while still giving guests a great experience., • You're happy to get involved and help the team wherever needed. What we offer: • Average hourly pay: £15-£16/hour (inclusive of Tronc)., • Full-time role, around 40 hours per week., • 50% discount across all Nouvelle Garde restaurants., • A freshly prepared staff meal on every shift., • Employee benefits platform (Hospitality Rewards), • Real opportunities for career progression as the business grows, with future restaurant openings already planned., • A supportive management team that values high standards, teamwork and continuous development. La Nouvelle Garde is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Please note you must have a right to work in the UK.

🍋About LPM 🍅 At La Petite Maison (LPM) we believe that the heart of our success is our people. As a leading name in the hospitality industry, we're dedicated to hiring the best talent to create unforgettable dining experiences. LPM operates in vibrant and dynamic cities around the world: London, Dubai, Miami, Abu Dhabi, Hong-Kong, Riyadh, Doha, Limassol and Mykonos. Join us and be part of a team that values quality, diversity, and innovation. Job Summary We are seeking a friendly and professional Host/Hostess to join our team. The ideal candidate will be the first point of contact for our guests, ensuring a warm welcome and a positive dining experience. This role requires excellent communication skills and a passion for providing exceptional guest services in a restaurant or hospitality environment. Duties • Greet guests upon arrival with a warm and welcoming attitude., • Manage reservations and seating arrangements to optimise guest flow., • Assist guests with inquiries regarding the menu, specials, and restaurant policies., • Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the front-of-house area., • Communicate effectively with kitchen staff and waitstaff to ensure timely service., • Handle phone calls with professionalism, demonstrating excellent phone etiquette., • Provide assistance during busy periods to enhance overall guest satisfaction. What are we looking for • Previous experience in a restaurant or hospitality setting is preferred but not essential., • Strong communication skills are vital, with an ability to engage positively with guests and team members alike., • A background in guest services or hotel operations would be advantageous., • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail is crucial. In return, you will be rewarded with • Enjoy our amazing staff meals whilst on duty, • Flexible working schedule to ensure you have a great work-life balance, • Treat yourself to a 50% employee discount, • £500 employee referral bonus, • Employee of the month awards and recognition, • Progress throughout the business through our Training and career progression plans, • Secure your future with our Company Pension scheme, • Team building events, • Seasonal staff parties, • Opportunities to travel around the world to our international venues. If you have a passion for hospitality and enjoy helping others, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Host/Hostess!

RB Holdings is a growing hospitality group shaping some of the most distinctive private members’ clubs and food businesses in London and New York. Founded by Robin Birley, our businesses are built on discretion, craftsmanship, and deeply personal service - delivered by teams who take pride in doing things properly. Our London portfolio includes 5 Hertford Street, Oswald’s, and Birley Bakery and Chocolate Shop in Chelsea. In 2025, we expanded internationally with the opening of Maxime’s, alongside a new Birley Bakery in New York City. We are currently seeking a Maître D to join our team in Loulou’s Nightclub at 5 Hertford Street. Why work with us as a Maître D? • Salary package up to £45,000 per annum, plus discretionary service charge, • 33 days' holiday, including bank holidays, • Private medical and dental insurance with BUPA, • Discounted gym membership and wellbeing benefits, • Employee Assistance Programme and retail discounts, • Cycle to Work scheme and eyecare vouchers, • £1,000 Recommend a Friend bonus, • Complimentary meals on duty, • And much more Working Hours: • 4 days per week (Wednesday- Saturday), • Evening shifts with 3am finish, • The club is closed on Sundays, Bank Holidays and throughout Christmas each year. What you will do: • Create a seamless and memorable member experience, anticipating needs and delivering an attentive and personalised service., • Manage reservations, table allocations, seating plans, and waitlists to maximise capacity, • Build strong relationships with members, maintaining guest preferences and profiles to enhance service., • Monitor guest satisfaction and resolve feedback or concerns professionally, working closely with the service and kitchen teams to ensure a smooth operation., • Maintain the highest standards of presentation, compliance, and hospitality, ensuring the restaurant and lounge areas reflect the club’s luxury standards. What are we looking for? • Previous experience in a Maitre d’ or similar role within a luxury hospitality or fine dining environment., • Strong leadership, communication, and guest relationship skills., • Highly organised, with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting., • Strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and knowledge of service standards and reservation systems. If you feel that you have the experience and skills to join us as Maître D at 5 Hertford Street then apply by forwarding your up-to-date CV together with a covering letter to the link below.

Akoko is a Michelin-starred restaurant in Fitzrovia, London, showcasing the flavours and culinary traditions of West Africa through a refined tasting menu experience. We’re looking for an experienced, warm and highly organised Host to join our front-of-house team. This is an important role at the heart of the restaurant. You’ll be the first point of contact for our guests, looking after their experience from their initial enquiry and reservation through to welcoming them into the restaurant. You will: • Warmly welcome guests and manage arrivals and seating, • Manage reservations using SevenRooms, ensuring guest details and preferences are accurately recorded, • Respond to guest emails, phone calls and booking enquiries, • Handle special requests, dietary information and changes to reservations, • Manage enquiries for group bookings and events, • Build relationships with regular guests and help create a personalised experience, • Confidently look after VIPs, high-profile guests and special occasions with professionalism and discretion, • Work closely with the restaurant management and service team to ensure each service runs smoothly, • Handle guest queries or complaints calmly and professionally What we’re looking for • Previous experience as a Host, Receptionist or Reservations Host within a luxury restaurant, five-star hotel or similar high-end hospitality environment, • Excellent written and spoken English, • Warm, confident and naturally welcoming, • Highly organised with strong attention to detail, • Comfortable managing emails, telephone calls and multiple bookings at once, • Experience using SevenRooms or a similar restaurant reservations system is preferred, • Confident dealing with VIPs and discerning guests, • Professional, discreet and calm under pressure, • Genuine enthusiasm for great hospitality, • Available to work late nights and weekends. Why join Akoko? Join one of London’s leading Michelin-starred restaurants and be part of an ambitious team passionate about exceptional hospitality. We offer free meals on shift, staff discounts across our restaurants, employee rewards and team incentives, training and development, pension and holiday allowance, with real opportunities to progress and grow within the business. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.

The Restaurant Gymkhana is inspired by the elite clubs of India where members of high society socialise, eat, drink, celebrate and play sport. The Gymkhana menus take influence from the breadth of India, focusing on tandoori-grilled specialties, classic regional curries, biryanis and chaat-style sharing plates. The flavours are bold, rooted in tradition and richly layered with spices. The bars at Gymkhana specialise in a collection of Club Cocktails, which showcase the finest Indian ingredients and flavour combinations, offering a modern Indian interpretation on renowned classics. Above the restaurant is 42, Gymkhana’s intimate cocktail lounge. Gymkhana received its second Michelin Star in 2024, a decade after the first Star and winning Best Restaurant at the National Restaurant Awards and BMW Square Meal Restaurant of the Year. 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 Hostess to ensure a welcoming, engaging first impression and deliver an outstanding guest experience. This role will be primarily based at 42 Cocktail Lounge as well as Gymkhana Reception. 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, • Managing reservations and walk-ins efficiently to optimise service capacity and ensure smooth flow, • Responsible for managing the door and handling bookings for 42 and Gymkhana, • Handling face to face, telephone and email queries in a polite, professional and diplomatic manner., • Experience working with SevenRooms (preferred);