40 Wellington Street, WC2E 7BD, London
Bar, Restaurant • 11-50 Employees
Hiring on JOB TODAY since February, 2025
We invite guests to experience a taste of quintessential French cuisine with a menu meticulously crafted around the principles of quality and seasonality, proudly showcasing beloved classics such as Steak Tartare, Boeuf Bourguignon, and Mou
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We seek an experienced and passionate General Manager to lead our cosy, neighbourhood Italian restaurant. If you have a love for authentic Italian cuisine, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Join us in creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere where our local community feels right at home! Key Responsibilities: Leadership & Team Management: Oversee daily operations and ensure smooth running of the restaurant. Recruit, train, and manage a diverse team of staff, including front-of-house and kitchen personnel. Foster a positive work environment and promote teamwork and professional development. Customer Service: Maintain high standards of customer service to ensure a memorable dining experience. Handle customer inquiries, complaints, and feedback promptly and effectively. Implement strategies to enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty. Business Operations: Develop and execute operational policies and procedures. Monitor financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control. Manage inventory, ordering, and supplier relationships to ensure quality and consistency of ingredients. Marketing & Community Engagement: Collaborate with the marketing team to create and implement promotional strategies. Build relationships with local businesses and the community to drive traffic and brand awareness. Plan and execute special events and promotions to attract and retain new customers. Compliance & Safety: Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene standards. Maintain knowledge of industry trends and regulations to ensure the restaurant meets all legal requirements. Qualifications: Minimum of 3 years experience as a General Manager in a high-volume restaurant environment - with proven references Proven ability to manage all aspects of restaurant operations, including team leadership, financial management, and customer service. Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Passion for the hospitality industry and a commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences. What We Offer: Competitive salary Opportunities for career growth and development. A supportive and dynamic work environment. Employee discounts on dining.
We're looking for a dynamic new GM to take the reins at our Exmouth Market Restaurant. If you're a GM with great energy, leadership skills, entrepreneurial spirit and looking for a company to stay and grow, you'll thrive in this role. The restaurant is around 75 covers 🪑🪑🪑 inside and outside. We have a strong mix of in house 🍽️ and Deliveroo 🥡 sales. It’s a really vibey site with tons of regulars and a great reputation along the street. About the Role - All the usual GM admin stuff such as forecasting, FoH rotas, being on top of Health & Safety , team recruitment/onboarding/training (we use Flow and Planday) - Recruitment for front of house roles - Building on and maintaining our great company culture. Work life balance and autonomy are really important to us and we're constantly looking to support you to achieve that not just for yourself but your team too. - Strong relationship with the kitchen . We don't see the pass as a divide and with an open kitchen, we've always encouraged constructive and productive relationships between foh and boh. - Systems we're using are Planday (Rotas), Supy (ordering and stock management), Flow Hospitality (Training), Vita Mojo / Deliveroo (EPOS) Google Sheets (reporting) Pay + Contract 🤑 This is a 45h/wk full time contract that requires a mix of opens/closes over 5 days a week. Whilst you write your own rota, we'll need you to lead from the front and have a presence over all operating hours. The pay is a mix of basic, service charge and annual bonus. Basic (£35k/yr) Service Charge (around £9k-12/yr) based on worked hours Target based Bonus Package (£4k/yr, paid quarterly) This means a very achievable annual take home of £45k+ / yr About You ☺️ - Previous GM experience is essential, with at least 2-3 years in a similar sized site location. - Passion for service, people and food. Our burger is insanely good and we're famous for it, but the atmosphere and team are just as important to the guest experience. - Great leadership skills. This really will be your site and a big part of your role is to inject your energy and positivity into the atmosphere. - Taking the time to use your past experience to train and mentor your team. - Great initiative and confident to take ownership of your site. The big advantage of joining an independent is that we want to give you autonomy over your site. Black Bear is where you can really have a voice and input into the future of your site. - Working closely with Head Office on projects to move the business forward. We love giving you the opportunity to present ideas and proposals for anything from events, building work and restructuring. If this sounds like something you're interested in we'd love to hear from you!
Who We Are Are you an experienced and passionate leader in the hospitality industry? We are a celebrated Italian restaurant based in East London, known for our authentic cuisine and exceptional service. We’re seeking a talented Restaurant Manager to join our team. Key Responsibilities: Oversee daily restaurant operations to ensure smooth and efficient service. Lead, train, and motivate staff to deliver outstanding customer experiences. Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. Address customer inquiries and resolve any issues to maintain high satisfaction levels. Develop and implement strategies to improve guest services and restaurant profitability. Requirements: At least 3 years of experience in a similar role within the hospitality industry. Proven track record of delivering excellent customer service. Strong leadership and team management skills. Exceptional communication and problem-solving abilities. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and handle high-pressure situations. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. A passion for Italian cuisine and culture is a plus. What We Offer: Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunity to work in a vibrant and dynamic environment. Career growth and development opportunities. Be part of a team dedicated to excellence and creating unforgettable dining experiences. If you are a motivated and enthusiastic professional with strong managerial skills and a love for hospitality, we’d love to hear from you!
Position: We are currently seeking enthusiastic and dedicated waiters to join our dynamic team. If you have a passion for excellent customer service and enjoy working in a fun and fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you! Responsibilities: Greet and seat guests with a friendly and welcoming attitude Take accurate food and drink orders and relay them to the kitchen staff Serve food and beverages promptly and efficiently Ensure guests have an enjoyable dining experience by providing attentive and personalized service Handle payments and operate the POS system Maintain cleanliness and organization of the dining area Requirements: Previous experience as a waiter or in a customer-facing role is preferred Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle busy periods with grace Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality service Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays A positive and team-oriented attitude What We Offer: Weekly pay Competitive pay A fun and energetic work environment Opportunities for career growth and development Discounts on all the sister's restaurants.
Maxwell's Bar & Grill, nestled in the vibrant heart of Covent Garden, offers a quintessential American diner experience with a focus on delicious cocktails and indulgent milkshakes. Our lively atmosphere and classic American fare make us a popular destination, and we're seeking an experienced Bartender to join our dynamic team and help us keep the good times rolling. Key Responsibilities: Craft a wide variety of classic and creative cocktails, as well as indulgent milkshakes. Provide exceptional customer service, ensuring every guest enjoys their experience. Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked bar area, adhering to health and safety standards. Accurately handle cash and card transactions. Work collaboratively with your team to ensure a smooth and enjoyable service. Requirements: Minimum of 3 years of bartending experience, ideally in a high-volume environment. Strong knowledge of cocktail recipes and techniques. Proficiency in making a variety of milkshakes, from classic to inventive. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to handle multiple tasks and remain composed under pressure. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. A friendly, enthusiastic attitude and a passion for providing great service. Benefits: Competitive hourly rate of £15. Weekly payment for financial convenience. Employee discount on food and beverages at Maxwell's Bar & Grill and across all restaurants in our group.
We are now looking for a Head Waiter to join the team at Lucky Cat by Gordon Ramsay at 22 Bishopsgate. Lucky Cat is one of five unique Gordon Ramsay Restaurant experiences at 22 Bishopsgate and Europe’s tallest restaurant - Asian inspired small plates, Robata grills, sushi and sashimi, exquisitely crafted in the open kitchen and raw bar. Located on level 60 at 22 Bishopsgate, Lucky Cat by Gordon Ramsay offers breath taking, unparalleled views across the city. THIS IS A FULL TIME POSITION What you do as a Head Waiter/Waitress: · You pride yourself on having excellent product knowledge in both food and wine and going the extra mile to create memorable guest experiences · You’re confident to run a section, open and close shifts, supervise and motivate the junior members of the team · You’re passionate about wine and ideally hold WSET L2 qualification · Your attention to detail ensures consistency and your keen desire to coach the team enhances their knowledge and confidence · You thrive on teamwork and support the management team to guarantee guests always leave with a fully positive dining experience · You’re keen to use your interpersonal skills, energy, and passion for food and wine to ensure the highest standards and performance targets are constantly achieved What’s in it for you: · Competitive Pay Rate · Wage stream employer-Employees can access up to 50% of wages before payday · Access to our world-class training & development opportunities globally including WSET Accreditation Levels 1-3 · Work with and learn from extraordinary culinary and front-of house talent in a diverse, energizing and professional restaurant environment · A fantastic 50% staff discount on food and drink in UK restaurants · 50% discount on Gordon Ramsay Academy classes & courses for you and Friends & Family · Preferential Room Rates at Gordon Ramsay Restaurants partner hotels · MYNDUP - you can get up to 2 hours a month free, anonymous mental health support & wellbeing, counselling or therapy · 50% off Membership to CODE which includes unlimited access to industry offers across restaurants, bars and hotels · Amazing family meals on duty If you have a love for hospitality, a passion for creating memorable guests experiences, and are looking to develop your career in a best-in-class restaurant group, we would love to hear from you. 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.
ASSISTANT MANAGER INTRODUCTION We are excited to announce that we are currently seeking an Assistant Manager to join our talented operations team at our ice cream shop located in St John's Wood. We are looking for a young and talented people-orientated person to represent our company in this store in London. We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, organized, and dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service. ABOUT UNICO GELATO Unico Gelato is an Italian delicatessen specializing in gelato, coffee and pastries. Unico is linked with one of the most famous gelato shops in Bologna, Cremeria Funivia, and uses the great Italian culinary traditions and historic recipes of its hometown to bring a true taste of Italian gelato to London. Owned by a group of experienced Italian entrepreneurs plus Italian football legends, Gianfranco Zola and Roberto Di Matteo, and managed by a young team of professionals, Unico operates since 2015 and currently has sites in Fulham, Saint John’s Wood, Bromley, Holland Park, Gloucester Road, Milan and Lisbon. The brand Quality and freshness are our key driving factors reflected in the choices we make along our supply chain. The atmosphere is equally important - inspired from the familiar and welcoming vibes of our mediaeval hometown, the brand provides a customer-centric experience, welcoming its customers to a safe and self-indulgent experience. TASKS - Providing high-quality customer service to establish a strong relationship with the local community - Serving Gelato, pastries and coffee ensuring the company’s quality standard - Overseeing daily operations, including ordering, counting stock, preparing the rota - Supporting the Store manager in creating a strong work ethic within the team, managing and recruiting staff - Teaching new staff members - Attending staff meeting - Maintaining cleanliness - Cleaning REQUIREMENTS - Previous experience in the food & beverage industry - Flexibility to work during week-ends - Able to collaborate within the team - Willingness to learn - Strong work-ethic - Fluent English speaking AVAILABILITY - Up to 45 hours / week - Location: St John's Wood High Street, NW8 7SE BUDGET Yearly salary: £28,000 Tips
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** Kitchen Porter** at Fallow, you will play a vital role in supporting the kitchen team, ensuring a clean, organized, and efficient working environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to work closely with experienced chefs and gain valuable experience in an innovative culinary setting. Key responsibilities: · Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen, including washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment. · Assist with basic food preparation tasks as required by the chefs. · Ensure work surfaces, storage areas, and kitchen floors are clean and hygienic. · Handle deliveries, unpack supplies, and store ingredients correctly. · Support chefs with stock rotation and waste management to maintain high food safety standards. · Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations. About you: · A hardworking and reliable team player with a strong work ethic. · Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment. · A positive and proactive attitude with a willingness to learn. · Good organizational skills and attention to detail. · Experience in a similar role is a plus but not essential – training will be provided. 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. - No structured uniform, celebrate your individuality. - Staff meal during your shift. - Holiday increment with length of service. - Enhanced parental leave. - Sabbaticals. - 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.