Waiter / Waitress - Paladar - London

We are looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Commis Chef to join our team at Paladar, a creative Latin American restaurant located near Elephant & Castle. You must have the right to work in the UK, and we prefer applicants from the local area (SE1, SE17, SE11) preferably if can speak both Spanish and English. But not mandatory

Key Responsibilities • Deliver exceptional customer service in a friendly, professional, and welcoming manner., • Welcome and seat customers promptly, ensuring they feel valued from arrival to departure., • Take food and drink orders accurately and serve meals and beverages efficiently., • Maintain your designated section to the highest professional standards at all times, ensuring tables, service stations, and surrounding areas are clean, organised, fully stocked, and presentation-ready throughout the shift., • Ensure all tables are cleared, cleaned, and reset promptly for incoming guests., • Communicate effectively with customers, colleagues, kitchen staff, and management to ensure smooth and efficient service., • Be well-presented, maintain excellent personal hygiene, and arrive dressed smartly in the correct uniform, ready to begin work at the scheduled start time., • Handle customer enquiries and resolve any issues professionally, escalating to management where necessary., • Process bills and payments accurately., • Follow all food safety, health & safety, and company procedures., • Work efficiently under pressure while maintaining a positive attitude and delivering high standards of service., • Support your colleagues and contribute to a strong team environment to ensure every guest receives an outstanding dining experience., • At the end of every shift, ensure your designated section, service stations, equipment, and all work areas are thoroughly cleaned, sanitised, fully stocked where required, and prepared to a professional standard for the next team member or the following day’s service. Leaving your work area clean, hygienic, and organised is an essential responsibility of the role., • Previous restaurant experience is preferred but not essential., • Excellent communication and customer service skills., • Ability to work under pressure in a busy environment., • Positive attitude and strong team player., • Good spoken English (Portuguese is an advantage but not essential)., • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.

The Pachamama Family proudly delivers exceptional guest experiences across our venues in central London. Since our founding in October 2014, Pachamama Group has been on a mission to introduce inspiring hospitality concepts across the globe, doing it our way and making the impossible possible. Each of our restaurant concepts is thoughtfully crafted to transport guests to diverse locales, offering unique culinary experiences in unforgettable environments. Named after the Greek god of the West wind - a soft gentle breeze - Zēphyr offers a casual dining affair inspired by Greek culture and a late-night bar downstairs. This high-volume restaurant is our most vibrant venue in the heart of Notting Hill with a talented team of amazing individuals who thrive in this busy environment. As an experienced Waiter / Waitress, we're confident in your ability to deliver standout service in our dynamic environment. For the Waiter / Waitress role, we offer the following benefits and opportunities: • Attractive salary based on your skills and experience., • Complete Service Charge distribution between employees., • Ability to earn additional tips., • Referral scheme with a £300 bonus for a successful candidate., • Complimentary breakfast, lunch, and dinner for all employees., • Generous staff discount at all group's restaurants., • 28 days of holiday, ensuring a balanced professional and personal life., • Opportunities for career development, regular appraisals to discuss progress and perspectives. Other benefits include: • Comprehensive on-the-job training to enhance your skills and knowledge., • A friendly and positive work environment fostering respect and teamwork., • Psychological, financial and legal support available through our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)., • Salary paid monthly – on the last Friday of each month., • Wagestream access, allowing you to stream up to 50% of your earnings at any time., • Pension scheme with a 3% employer contribution., • Opportunities for career development, regular appraisals to discuss progress and perspectives. If this sounds of interest to you, please apply. Come grow with us at Pachamama Group! This is your chance to be a part of something extremely exciting.

In 2012, Thom & James drove a Piaggio ape Tuk Tuk all the way from Sicily to London on a 'Pilgrimage' to learn the secrets of perfect Italian pizza. They went on to set up a market stall in Soho with an oven in the back of the van before opening their first actual pizzeria on Dean Street. If you think that sounds as ridiculously cool as we do, and you love pizza, then read on... Nowadays we have over 20 award-winning pizzerias across the UK, we've got our own Pizza Academy where we run training workshops every day, and we're also a BCORP - something we're extremely proud about achieving. We pride ourselves on using the best ingredients from Naples including Caputo flour, fresh fior di latte, salsiccia e friarielle , to make the best Neapolitan pizza every day. At Pizza Pilgrims, we aspire to create an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves, feel genuinely cared for and have equal opportunities for growth and progression. We are committed to building a diverse team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives; which creates proper happiness, just like our pizzas do! We work hard because we think pizza makes people happier. As a waiter, you'll be a specialist in creating lasting pizza memories, amazing pizzeria vibes, for every guest to leave with a full belly, and already planning their next visit. You'll be greeting guests, taking orders, serving pizza's, and keeping the pizzeria clean and safe. Whilst skills are important, representing our values is just as important too. These shape our team culture. • 'Push Yourself' because we believe learning new skills and coming out of your comfort zone will help us improve as a team., • 'Be Yourself' means you can bring your own personality to work. Your hair colour is yours, not ours. We think tattoos are cool. And we love hearing about your interests outside of work., • 'Respect Others' because everyone is welcome at Pilgrims and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment where people feel they belong., • 'Enjoy Yourself' because hospitality is an industry we love, and we want every Pilgrim to create happiness for each other and to have fun at work What's in it for you? • £12.71 per hour + tronc., • Serious career development - We are opening 5 pizzerias this year & next., • On top of the standard 28 days holiday (full time), you will get an extra day for every year you work for us (up to 5 Years)., • After 5 years with us, you get a paid 4-week sabbatical on top of your 33 days holiday! Some of our favourite Pizza Perks include... • 1 extra day holiday as "Happiness Day' so you can do something that you love and makes you happy about outside of work., • Team trips to Naples & beyond to meet suppliers & try new pizzerias, • A tasty bonus every time you refer a friend to join., • Free food & espresso every day - whole menu available & also deals with other restaurants, • A free after-work drinks (soft, beer or gin), • 2 huge company-wide parties every year to celebrate Christmas and Ferragosto (We close all the pizzerias for these!), • Free pizza when you visit any Pizza Pilgrims when you are not at work for you & up to 3 friends. So, if you've got this far down the job advert, it might mean that we're a perfect match. Click the apply button and one of the team will reach out to you soon.

Head Waiter / Service Trainer This very popular and iconic luxury café and all-day dining restaurant concept has been taking the market by storm since the early 90s. Located only in prime real estate locations across Westminster, we are now seeking a passionate, experienced, and service-driven Head Waiter to join our successful team and support the training and development of our front-of-house staff. The ideal candidate will have strong restaurant floor experience, excellent leadership skills, and a genuine passion for delivering exceptional guest service. As Head Waiter, you will lead by example, support the management team, and train waiters to deliver excellence in service, guest care, product knowledge, and restaurant standards. Responsibilities • Lead, motivate, and support the waiting team during service, • Train new and existing staff in excellent table service and guest care, • Ensure all guests receive a warm welcome and professional service, • Maintain high standards of presentation, communication, and hospitality, • Supervise the restaurant floor and ensure smooth daily operations, • Support staff with order taking, food and drink service, and guest requests, • Coach team members on upselling, menu knowledge, allergens, and service steps, • Monitor service quality and provide feedback to improve performance, • Handle guest queries and complaints professionally and efficiently, • Ensure the restaurant is clean, organised, and ready for service at all times, • Work closely with managers, bartenders, kitchen staff, and other departments, • Support opening and closing procedures when required, • Ensure compliance with food safety, health and safety, and company standards Requirements • Proven experience as a Head Waiter, Senior Waiter, Supervisor, or similar role, • Strong knowledge of high-quality restaurant service, • Experience training or coaching front-of-house staff, • Positive attitude and excellent communication skills, • Ability to lead by example and remain calm under pressure, • Strong attention to detail and guest-focused approach, • Ability to keep the restaurant organised, clean, and under control, • Professional appearance and confident customer service skills, • Flexibility to work full-time, including weekends and busy periods, • Right to work in the United Kingdom is required Benefits • 50% staff discount in all our venues, even on your days off, for you and up to 3 family members, • 4 weeks paid annual holiday, • Learning and development opportunities, • Free meal during working hours, • Competitive pay depending on experience, • Tips, service charge, staff food, and other incentives included, • Around 45 hours per week, • No split shifts Pay Competitive salary depending on experience, from £13.46 to £15.00 per hour, including service charge, plus tips, staff food, and other incentives. Job Type: Full-time Application Questions • Do you have experience in a similar Head Waiter, Senior Waiter, or Supervisor position?, • Do you have experience training or supporting front-of-house staff?, • Can you work full-time? Work Authorisation United Kingdom work authorisation is required. Work Location In person

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 Waiter at Fallow, you will be at the forefront of delivering an exceptional dining experience through attentive service, deep menu knowledge, and a passion for hospitality. You will work closely with the front-of-house team to ensure a seamless and memorable experience for every guest. Key responsibilities: • Provide warm, professional, and attentive service, ensuring guests feel welcome and valued., • Guide guests through the food and drink menus, offering knowledgeable recommendations and pairings., • Take and deliver orders accurately and efficiently, maintaining high service standards., • Collaborate with kitchen and bar teams to ensure smooth communication and timely service., • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the dining area in line with health and safety regulations., • Handle guest inquiries, requests, and concerns with professionalism and efficiency. About you: • Previous experience as a Waiter in a high-quality, fast-paced restaurant., • Passion for food, sustainability, and delivering outstanding hospitality., • Strong communication and interpersonal skills., • Attention to detail and ability to multitask under pressure., • A team player with a proactive and positive attitude. 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.

Waiter/Waitress – Italian Restaurant All day dining – Italian Restaurant Kings Cross Located in the heart of Kings Cross is our all-day dining eatery Spagnoletti. Our Italian inspired restaurant aims to create quality dishes from humble ingredients that honour the authentic Italian cuisine. We are looking for an experienced waiter/waitress to work alongside the team. The ideal waiter/waitress will be ideally acquainted with Italian or Mediterranean cuisine and experienced with the role for 2 years in a fast pace and high-volume operation. The ideal candidate will: · be a team player and flexible individual. · be experienced in working on the floor in fresh produce, seasonal operation. · be a foodie individual, passionate about the industry. · have good memories and organizational skills to keep track of food and drink orders and the preferences of regular guests. · report directly to the General Manager keep an open line of communication about any problems, concerns or simply the general operation of the Restaurant. · will supervise their work during service to ensure all procedures and standards are respected. · will also offer moral support to the team where it is needed, training and lead by example. · will guarantee the highest level of guest satisfaction. The waiter/waitress will maintain a neat appearance, possess excellent interpersonal skills, and easily build rapport with guests. If you are looking for a forward thinking, contemporary, and genuine company, then look no further. Apply now to begin your journey with us.

Head Waiter/Waitress – Shanghai Me, London Shanghai Me London is looking for an experienced and passionate Head Waiter/Waitress to join our exceptional front-of-house team. As part of Fundamental Hospitality, you will work within one of London’s leading luxury Pan-Asian dining destinations, delivering outstanding guest experiences in a vibrant, high-energy environment. What We Offer • £18.45 per hour + tips, • Career progression within a globally expanding luxury hospitality group, • Training and development opportunities, • Staff meals and generous dining discounts What We’re Looking For • Previous experience in a Head Waiter/Waitress role within fine dining or luxury hospitality, • Excellent communication and guest engagement skills, • Strong understanding of service flow and table management, • Professional, organised, and calm under pressure, • Passion for delivering exceptional hospitality If you are charismatic, service-driven, and ready to take the next step in your hospitality career, we would love to hear from you. Apply now and join the team at Shanghai Me London.

Waiter / waitress – Riviera London Location: 23 St James Street, London, SW1A 1HA Pay Rate: £12.71per hour plus service charge Riviera London is looking for an energetic and reliable Food & Drinks Runner to join our dynamic front-of-house team. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced, customer-focused hospitality environment. Key Responsibilities: • Deliver food and beverages quickly and efficiently to guests, • Maintain section and organisation in service and dining areas, • Provide friendly, professional customer service at all times Requirements: • A positive attitude and strong teamwork skills, • Ability to work well under pressure, • Previous experience in a restaurant, bar, or hotel environment preferred (training provided), • Excellent communication and attention to detail Why Join Riviera London? • Competitive hourly rate of £12.21, • Supportive team and great working atmosphere, • Opportunities for career growth within the company, • Central London location close to major transport links