Waiter / Waitress - Gaucho Piccadilly - London

Waiter/Waitress - Mayfair, Central London Cordelia’s is an exceptional new 80-seater restaurant opening in the heart of Mayfair, built around exceptional produce, open-fire cooking and genuine hospitality. We’re creating a vibrant dining destination where great food, expertly crafted drinks and memorable guest experiences come together, and we’re looking for passionate Waiters to join our opening team. What You’ll Be Doing • Delivering attentive and professional table service, • Advising guests on food and beverage choices, • Building genuine connections with guests, • Working closely with kitchen and bar teams, • Maintaining exceptional service standards What We’re Looking For • Previous restaurant experience preferred, • Passion for hospitality, • Strong communication skills, • Positive attitude and team spirit Why Join Us? • Exciting opening opportunity, • Career development and progression, • Competitive salary and benefits Benefits • Holidays: 28 days of annual leave inclusive of bank holidays, • Shared 15% Service Charge: Your dedication is recognised and rewarded, • Team Meals: Enjoy meals daily and refreshments, • Referral Bonuses: Help grow our team and earn rewards, • Employee Assistance Programme: Speak to qualified counsellor who can offer personal support for any practical or emotional challenges you may be facing, • Bright Exchange: Exclusive special offers and discounts across online marketplace across 100s of companies, • Bright HR: Supportive career progression and ongoing training with access to 100s of free CPD training courses, • Company pension scheme, • Uniforms provided and laundered where required *Please Note: You must have the right to work in the UK without corporate sponsorship*

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

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. The Role As a Waiter/ Waitress you will work closely with the management team, you will be responsible for the day-to-day procedures of the restaurant, with excellent opportunities for personal development. You will receive comprehensive menu and service training, as well as team visits to the world's best producers of craft beer and whisky. The Successful Waiter/Waitress will have: • Prior experience as a Waiter/Waitress within a high-quality restaurant;, • Eagerness to roll your sleeves up and get stuck in;, • A creative approach with impeccable attention to detail;, • Passion for about food and hospitality, along with the eagerness to continually learn;, • The desire to develop your career within an ambitious and trend-setting restaurant group; Benefits Our team is the most important part of our business, translating our passion for genuine hospitality to our guests every day. We are proud to work with industry-leading talent and recognise the importance of offering our teams the tools, guidance and experience necessary to build confidence and grow. We encourage you to bring your whole self to work and celebrate the skills and characteristics that make you unique. Your commitment to be kind and work hard comes with a range of benefits such as: Treat Yourself • Up to 50% off dining across JKS Restaurants, • Retail & Takeaway Discounts, • Code App Membership Look After Yourself • Discounted Gym Membership, • Stream – stream your pay earlier, • Company Donations for your involvement with Charities, • Employee Assistance Program, • Access to Financial Advice, • Wedding Gift & New-born Care Package - Celebrating your big occasions Progress Yourself • Access to our fantastic L&D Calendar, • A personalised learning & development plan to develop your skills and knowledge, • Career progression with a fast-growing, critically acclaimed restaurant group. Be Yourself • Employee referral scheme - paying up to £600 per referral, • Staff parties & long service awards The Group JKS Restaurants was founded by siblings Jyotin, Karam, and Sunaina Sethi in November 2008. Since its inception, the group has received critical acclaim and industry recognition, including 8 Michelin stars, 6 Michelin Bib Gourmands, a restaurant ranked among the World's 100 Best Restaurants, a spot in the Sunday Times Best 100 Places to Work 2025 and one of codes happiest places to work 2025 The JKS portfolio currently features Michelin-starred restaurants such as Trishna, Gymkhana, Ambassadors Clubhouse, Kitchen Table, Sabor, and Legado, along with cult favourites Hoppers, Brigadiers, Berenjak, Plaza Khao Gaeng, Speedboat Bar and Bibi, JKS Restaurants offers a unique opportunity to pursue a career in fine dining or to develop within trend-focused casual cuisine, with opportunities across all disciplines for those looking to advance their careers within a people-focused, collaborative hospitality group.

Welcome to The Ivy Collection, we embody timeless elegance and vibrant hospitality in every guest experience. Our iconic restaurants, situated across the UK and beyond, are celebrated for exceptional food, outstanding service, and the creation of unforgettable moments. We are searching for a confident Waiter to join a dynamic and supportive team in one of the UK's most-loved restaurant brands. Benefits & Rewards: • Competitive Industry pay (Hourly + Tronc), • A Management Career Development Program, which includes online and practical assessments., • Extra holiday allowance for length of service, up to 5 extra days after 5 years., • 50% staff discount for you and up to 3 friends when you dine in our restaurants., • Celebrate career anniversaries with a gift voucher to dine in our restaurants., • Refer and Friend Bonus, • Access to discounts on 100s of retailers, health, entertainment, travel & more, • Guaranteed 20 hours minimum contract Key elements of your role as Waiter involves providing a quick, friendly, and professional service at all times. You are able to confidently share your knowledge and recommendations of the menu to our guests and ensure they have the very best Ivy experience when they visit us. About you: You are positive and responsive to our guest's needs and exceed expectations when it comes to service delivery. You are a team player who delights in being professional and well-mannered with both guests and team members. The Ivy Collection is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. About us: Our shared CARING values help create an environment where we are happy, and engaged and we care for ourselves, our colleagues, our guests, and we celebrate our individualities and differences.

At Ottolenghi, we're known for vibrant food, busy delis, and restaurants full of energy—but what really matters is our people. We create environments where teams feel supported, take pride in what they do, and deliver a genuinely warm experience to every guest. Ottolenghi Hampstead brings the warmth and creativity of our delis to one of London's most beloved neighbourhoods. Nestled in the heart of Hampstead village, our deli has become a cherished gathering place for the local community. Ottolenghi is looking for a Front of House team member to join them on a full-time basis. As a Front of House Assistant, you'll be the face of Ottolenghi, welcoming customers into our shop, assisting with their purchases, and ensuring they have a wonderful experience. While the role primarily involves shop assistant duties, you will also be cross-trained in other departments to support our diverse operations. This could include helping with table service or bar shifts, so flexibility and a proactive attitude are key. The ideal Front of House Team Member will be: • Greeting our guests with a warm welcome, • Passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and a commitment to exceeding guest expectation, • Working with other team-members to ensure a streamline service, • Assist in other areas as needed, including bar shifts, • Selling products with knowledge in our shop area, • Giving great customer service when serving our guests food and drink The ideal Front of House Team Member at Ottolenghi will have: • Experience in retail and or hospitality, • Excellent communication skills and a good level of English, both spoken and written, • A positive friendly attitude, • The ability and desire to provide exceptionally high levels of customer service to create exceptional experiences What's in it for you: • 28 days annual leave per year, inclusive of bank holidays, • Delicious Ottolenghi staff meals on shift and generous staff discount, • Health and well-being support through our HSF healthcare plan (covering dental, optical, physiotherapy, and more), plus a 24/7 GP helpline and access to Perkbox discounts, • Refer a Friend Bonus: £500 for each successful referral, • Learning & Development opportunities including management coaching, WSET wine training, Ottolenghi Chef's Academy workshops, and access to external courses, • A warm, inclusive working culture where individuality, growth, and creativity are celebrated, • Enhanced Parental Pay after two years' service, • A special birthday treat to celebrate your day, • Exclusive workshops and demos, including cooking, food, wine, and cocktail sessions in the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen, • A collaborative and creative environment where your ideas are valued If you care about great food, great people, and doing things properly, we'd love to hear from you.

Receptionist – Los Mochis Notting Hill Los Mochis is the ultimate Pan-Pacific contemporary Mexican-Japanese restaurant, blending Mexican spirit with Japanese elegance, Mexican art and design with Japanese coolness, and Mexican flavours with Japanese techniques. Located in the heart of Notting Hill, Los Mochis is renowned for delivering exceptional dining experiences through outstanding food, warm hospitality, and an energetic atmosphere. We are passionate about creating memorable moments for every guest who walks through our doors. We are looking for a friendly and professional Part-Time Host / Hostess to join our front-of-house team and become the welcoming face of Los Mochis. The Role As a Receptionist, you will be the first point of contact for our guests, creating a warm and memorable first impression from the moment they arrive. Working closely with the Restaurant Management team and front-of-house colleagues, you will manage reservations, coordinate guest seating, and help ensure the smooth flow of service throughout each shift. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced hospitality environment and enjoys engaging with people while delivering exceptional guest experiences. Key Responsibilities Welcome guests with warmth, professionalism, and genuine hospitality Manage reservations and guest enquiries efficiently Coordinate seating arrangements to maximise guest experience and operational flow Maintain accurate reservation records and waitlists Build positive relationships with guests and anticipate their needs Communicate effectively with restaurant management and service teams Ensure reception and waiting areas are presented to the highest standards Handle guest requests and concerns confidently and professionally Requirements Previous experience as a Host / Hostess or within a premium hospitality environment Passion for hospitality and delivering exceptional guest experiences Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong organisational and multitasking abilities Fluent English; additional languages are advantageous Positive, professional, and proactive attitude Ability to thrive in a fast-paced restaurant environment Current right to work in the UK Benefits Competitive hourly pay Flexible part-time working hours 28 days paid holiday (pro-rata) Pension scheme including employer contributions Complimentary meals whilst on duty 50% dining discount when visiting with family and friends Internal training and development opportunities Clear career progression pathways within Thesleff Group People-focused and inclusive culture Regular team celebrations and social events About Thesleff Group Thesleff Group is home to some of London's most exciting hospitality concepts, including Los Mochis, Juno, Luna, Viajante87, Sale e Pepe Mare, and newest recent opening MA/NA Mayfair. We are passionate about creating unforgettable guest experiences while providing our teams with opportunities to learn, develop, and build rewarding careers. Equal Opportunities Thesleff Group is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We believe that diversity strengthens our business and helps us deliver exceptional experiences for our guests and teams alike.