Senior Restaurant Host

Taking inspiration from the great boulevard cafés of Paris and the artistic heritage of St John’s Wood, Soutine is an informal neighbourhood rendezvous. At The Wolseley Hospitality Group, We create Places where People feel they Belong. Why work with us as a Chef de Partie? - Enjoy a generous discount across our restaurants on food and drinks. - Rewarding Excellence - a team-led incentive, earning up to £100 in high street vouchers. - Enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave to support working families. - Group-wide access to mental health counselling, legal and financial advice. - Advance access to earned wages via Wagestream. - A unique and varied training calendar including supplier trips, masterclasses and visits. We promote from within, empowering individuals from all backgrounds to become the leaders of tomorrow. Our diverse team reflects the inclusive culture. The role of Chef de Partie: - Train and supervise Demi and Commis Chefs, fostering a collaborative and efficient working environment. - Oversee and manage a designated kitchen station, ensuring the consistent preparation and delivery of high-quality dishes. - Cook seasonal classic European cuisine, using quality fresh ingredients, and adhering to recipes, specifications and standards. The Wolseley Hospitality Group portfolio of restaurants comprises of The Wolseley on Piccadilly, The Delaunay in Aldwych, Brasserie Zédel in Soho, Colbert in Chelsea, Fischer's in Marylebone, Soutine in St John's Wood, Bellanger in Islington, Manzi's in Soho and The Wolseley City in Monument.

At The Wolseley Hospitality Group, We create Places where People feel they Belong. Why work with us as a Demi Chef de Partie? - Enjoy a generous discount across our restaurants on food and drinks. - Rewarding Excellence - a team-led incentive, earning up to £100 in high street vouchers. - Enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave to support working families. - Group-wide access to mental health counselling, legal and financial advice. - Advance access to earned wages via Wagestream. - A unique and varied training calendar including supplier trips, masterclasses and visits. Visit our career page for a detailed list of our benefits. The role of Demi Chef de Partie: - Cook seasonal and classic European cuisine, using quality fresh ingredients, adhering to recipes, specifications, and standards. - Maintain a clean and organised workstation, ensuring compliance with hygiene and safety standards. - Train and supervise Commis chefs. The Wolseley Hospitality Group portfolio of restaurants comprises of The Wolseley on Piccadilly, The Delaunay in Aldwych, Brasserie Zédel in Soho, Colbert in Chelsea, Fischer's in Marylebone, Soutine in St John's Wood, Bellanger in Islington, Manzi's in Soho and The Wolseley City in Monument.

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 28 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 - Flexible availability, including weekends and evenings OUR OFFER: - Permanent, full-time position - £ 15.21 per hour + Tronc Point - 5 days working week with 2 consecutive days off - 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

FOH/Waitering staff required for a busy dessert restaurant in Central London/Baker Street. Please only apply if you meet the job criteria: - 24 hours/week across weekdays and weekends - Working hours: 6pm - midnight - £10p/h + variable service - Immediate start available - Must be suited to working in a fast paced environment with a keen focus on excellent customer service

Job Description: We are seeking a friendly and professional Host/Host to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for hospitality and a commitment to providing exceptional guest services. As the first point of contact for our guests, you will play a crucial role in creating a welcoming atmosphere and ensuring that every visitor feels valued and attended to. Your ability to communicate effectively and help guests with their needs will be key to your success in this role. Responsibilities: - Greet guests warmly upon arrival and guide them to their tables. - Manage reservations and ensure efficient seating arrangements. - Answer phone calls with excellent phone etiquette, taking reservations or providing information as needed. - Assist guests with inquiries, ensuring they receive the highest level of service throughout their visit. - Collaborate with venue staff to maintain smooth operations during busy periods. - Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the host/host area, ensuring it is presentable at all times. - Handle guest complaints or concerns professionally, striving for resolution and guest satisfaction. - Will be required to work weekends and night shifts. Experience: - Previous experience in hospitality or guest services is preferred but not essential. - Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, are necessary for effective interaction with guests and team members. - A background in restaurant or bar environments would be advantageous. - Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail. - A positive attitude and willingness to help others are essential traits for this role. - Knowledge of using Sevenrooms reservation system effectively. Join us as a Host/Host, where your dedication to hospitality will shine through every interaction!

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.

We are a vibrant and authentic Mexican restaurant known for our delicious food, festive atmosphere, and exceptional customer service. We are currently looking for a friendly and organized Host/Hostess to be the welcoming face of our restaurant!

Conscious & creative dining in the heart of Wood Wharf from the trio behind Fallow restaurant. Named after native deer of the British Isles, Roe will follow the same nose-to-tail and root-to-stem ethos as its critically acclaimed sister restaurant, Fallow St James’s. The extensive a la carte menu will be divided into nibbles and flatbreads, skewers, and grilled options, with larger plates and sides also available. As well as championing modest, British ingredients, Roe’s dishes will showcase underused and underappreciated produce. As the Reception Manager at Roe, you will be the face of our front-of-house operation, setting the tone for every guest’s experience. You will lead and inspire the reception team, take full ownership of reservations and guest flow, and ensure that our standard of service remains exceptional at every touchpoint. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring a dynamic and proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced, high-end hospitality environment. Key responsibilities: - Lead all front-of-house reception operations, ensuring a seamless, world-class guest experience. - Train, develop, and motivate the reception team to deliver consistent excellence. - Manage and optimize reservations, seating plans, and guest flow using SevenRooms or similar systems. - Ensure VIP guests and high-profile clientele are handled with discretion and the utmost professionalism. - Maintain a calm, solution-oriented approach when resolving guest issues or concerns. - Work closely with FOH and management teams to refine operational procedures and enhance guest journeys. - Uphold the presentation and atmosphere of the reception area, ensuring it remains organized and welcoming at all times. - Use guest feedback and team input to drive continuous service improvement. About You: - Previous work experience as a Reception Manager within a premium, high-volume hospitality venue. - Strong leadership and people management skills with a collaborative, supportive style. - Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and customer service abilities. - Proficient in managing booking and reservation platforms (experience with SevenRooms preferred). - Meticulously organized, with excellent problem-solving and multitasking skills. - Professional, polished, and composed—especially under pressure. - A passion for hospitality and a genuine desire to create memorable guest experiences. 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 ROE, 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.

Host- Part Time Position ( 3 days per week ) 5 Hertford Street is the beautifully appointed private member's club owned and operated by entrepreneur Robin Birley; located in the heart of Mayfair. Our aim is to be a home away from home, in the utmost comfort, where members are looked after by a team who know them by name. We are currently looking for a Host to join our Upper Floor restaurant team. The company benefits our Host will receive are: - 33 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) - Birthday day off - Discounted gym membership with GymFlex - Monthly well-being days with our Masseuse, Reflexologist, and Chiropodist - Private medical insurance with Bupa - Private dental insurance with Bupa - Workplace nursery scheme - Cycle to Work Scheme - Employee Assistance Programme – Hospitality Action - Access to a company doctor - Eyecare & specs vouchers - In-house industry training - Sponsored social events - Recommend a friend bonus of £1000 - Staff Accommodation (subject to availability) - Online retail discounts - Free English Classes - Freshly prepared meals whilst on duty The responsibilities of our Host are: - Takes restaurant bookings from members and their guests. - To ensure to maximise capacity and number of covers in the restaurant - To ensure that all guests are correctly and speedily logged and processed in the most courteous way. - To take food and beverage orders efficiently and professionally The Experience & Qualifications required of our Host are: - Experience of working in a luxury hotel, restaurant or private member’s club advantageous - Experience working in a similar role, and using SevenRooms system is beneficial. The working hours: - 3 days per week - Shifts are 9 hours and range between Monday – Saturday The club is closed on Sundays, Bank Holidays and throughout Christmas each year. If you feel you would like to join us as Host at 5 Hertford Street then apply by forwarding your up to date CV to the link below.

Our vision: At Circe’s Rooftop is to make exceptional dining experiences accessible to all. To achieve this, we have an incredible team of passionate individuals who love what they do. Our team is everything. We believe that by selecting an amazing group of people, providing them with the right training and tools, and making Circe’s Rooftop the best place they have ever worked, we can’tgo wrong. Circe’s Values: Fun: It’s who we are and the heart of everything we do Recognition: Always recognising and creatively rewarding the achievements of our people. Original: Always striving to learn, improve and explore new ideas Honest: Plain & simple, but honest & do the right thing with your team. Circes Benefits: Once a year big night out, Food/drink & entertainment Casual dress code Company Pension Free staff food 50% off your bill up to 6 guests once prebooked for family & friends Your Birthday off In house incentives to win Hospitality Action 24 Hour Support Our Promise: At Circe’s Rooftop, we value diversity and welcome individuals from all backgrounds, each with their own unique story. We believe in celebrating individuality—it’s not about blending in, but about embracing who you are. If you need any accommodations during the application process, just let us know—we’re happy to assist.