Floor runner jobs in United Kingdom

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 24 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 Food and Drinks Runner! YOUR MISSION: • You will be part of a BIG MAMMA floor team!, • You will be running food and drinks as well as serving wine, desserts and pasta directly to our guests at the table., • You will be opening and closing the floor, polishing cutlery and folding napkins., • 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, • Previous experience in hospitality, • 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, • 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

Step into the night. Step into Nyx. Nyx is the exclusive late-night lounge hidden within Gaia London. A space where music, atmosphere, and exceptional service create unforgettable experiences. We are now looking for passionate and energetic Runners to join our team. The Role As a Runner at Nyx, you’ll be at the heart of our service. Supporting our waiters and floor team, you’ll ensure seamless operations, immaculate table setups, and an elevated guest experience from start to finish. This is more than just a support role; it’s about creating a flawless journey for every guest who steps into Nyx. What You’ll Do Prepare and maintain waiter stations and table setups before, during, and after service Assist waiters in delivering drinks and ensuring guests’ needs are anticipated and met Engage with guests to create a welcoming and memorable atmosphere Handle replenishment of glasses, garnishes, ice, napkins, and other essentials Keep the floor pristine, from swift spill clean-ups to polished glassware Provide feedback to managers and support smooth communication across the team What We’re Looking For Previous hospitality or luxury nightlife experience is desirable, but a great attitude and strong work ethic are essential A passion for delivering world-class service in a fast-paced, vibrant environment Attention to detail, with the ability to stay calm and focused under pressure Excellent communication and teamwork skills Flexibility to work late nights and weekends Why Join Nyx? At Nyx, you’ll be part of one of London’s most exciting hospitality destinations. Alongside Gaia’s reputation for excellence, Nyx offers: A dynamic, luxury nightlife environment at the heart of Mayfair Opportunities to develop your career within Fundamental Hospitality’s global portfolio Training and support from industry-leading professionals A chance to be part of something truly unique in London’s nightlife scene Bring your energy, passion, and drive; and we’ll give you the stage to shine.

The George is a Grade II listed public house in the heart of Fitzrovia, dating back to 1738. Spread across three floors, it has been thoughtfully restored to honour its rich history while embracing a fresh, modern approach to food and drink. The ground floor pub has been returned to its former glory, pouring cask ales, craft beers, seasonal cocktails, and wines on tap in a warm, characterful setting. Are you passionate about food and thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment? We’re looking for an energetic and organised Head Runner to join our team at The George and take charge of the pass alongside the runners and chefs in our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Head Runner looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group. The right Head Runner will be: • Acting as the key link between kitchen and front-of-house during service, • Managing the pass and ensuring every dish leaves the kitchen to spec and on time, • Communicating dish components to front-of-house teams, explaining new menu items when needed, • Working closely with the chefs to arrange and manage tickets for smooth and efficient service, • Upholding excellent food hygiene and health & safety standards, • Staying calm and focused under pressure while keeping service flowing

Front of house runner and porter Role: Key Responsibilities: 1. Cleaning and Maintenance - Regularly clean and sanitize floors, walls, doors, and surfaces in the entrance, bar, dining area, and toilets. - Ensure all bins in the front-of-house areas are emptied and cleaned regularly. - Refill consumables (e.g., soap, toilet paper, paper towels) in guest restrooms as required. - Keep high-traffic areas clean during service without disturbing guests. 2. Setup and Breakdown • Assist with setting up tables, chairs, and any furniture before service., • Help with clearing and resetting tables when needed during busy periods., • Support with daily opening and closing cleaning routines for the front of house., • Restock front-of-house consumables such as napkins, condiments, cutlery, and glassware., • Help keep service stations and storage areas organized and tidy., • Follow all hygiene, safety, and cleaning protocols as directed by management., • Report any maintenance issues or hazards immediately to the supervisor or manager., • Work closely with the waiting and bar staff to provide backup support during peak times., • Communicate effectively with the kitchen and floor staff to ensure smooth operations. Closing shift primarily 10am - 6pm.

Gina is the much-anticipated new opening from Ravneet Gill, bringing modern European food to Chingford with a relaxed, neighbourhood feel. We are building a team rooted in passion, precision, and progression—and we’re looking for an experienced runner to be a part of it. You’ll support the chefs ensure food is delivered to the right place at the right time. You will support the front of house by assisting either key jobs and overall work as a intermediary between the kitchen and the floor. We are looking for someone enthusiastic, reliable and keen to get stuck in. If all that sounds appealing please apply!

Serious food & drink brought to you by playful people. • Looking for a FULL TIME WAITER who can properly boss a section. (40 TO 48 HRS PER WEEK), • GOOD FOOD GUIDE 100 BEST LOCAL RESTAURANTS, UK 2025, • OBSERVER FOOD RUNNER UP: BEST RESTAURANT, UK 2022, • We are a proudly independent restaurant based in Putney, South West London who are looking for a FULL TIME WAITER to join Alex and his brigade on the floor. You must have relevant experience working in solid independent restaurants., • THE GOOD BITS - Great team, a lot of whom have worked at the restaurant since opening in 2017. No conveyer belt of people coming and going. Flexible working pattern so every weekend off request isn't a no! Closed Sunday evenings because it's the worst shift in the world and we like to go to the pub like normal people too. Closed over Christmas. No silly early starts or silly late finishes. Cracking staff brekkie & staff lunch. Proper knees up every 3 months. Staff trips to distilleries & vineyards., • If this sounds like a bit of you then do get in touch. Craig & The Home Team

We are looking for an energetic and reliable Floor Runner/Commis to support our front-of-house team. In this role, you’ll assist servers and management by ensuring smooth and efficient service on the restaurant floor. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone who wants to gain experience in hospitality and customer service.

*Full time contract 35-48 hours per week *Minimum of 2 years waiting experience in fine dining About Park Chinois Park Chinois represents the ultimate Chinese fine dining and entertainment restaurant. The 1930s Shanghai inspired ambience opens its doors to an eclectic selection of music and vocal performances in an atmosphere of sophisticated, charming elegance, combined with exceptional food quality underpinned by classic fine dining service culture. The Role The Waiter/Waitress primary role is to manage the flow of service for an entire section either during lunch, dinner or late-night performances. He/she will bring a personal exuberance to a unique cinematic and musical setting, serving each table within the essence of the true dinner-dance experience at Park Chinois. Their main responsibility is guest care, and service energy and dynamics in its entirety. By maintaining service standards and anticipating floor service needs, and with an excellent product knowledge, they also support and inspire the Commis Waiters (Food Runners) to continuously improve. Skills and Experience requirements • The ideal candidate will have at least two years experience working as a Waiter or Head Waiter, in a well-established restaurant, private members club or comparable establishment. He/she will have refined skills in all aspects of table service and maintenance, as well as developed food and wine knowledge., • Asian cuisine knowledge is desirable., • If you feel inspired by the Dinner & Dance concept and feel that you have the experience to enhance the service we aim to deliver, we look forward to hearing back from you. Salary and Company Benefits • Up to £16.00 per hour + a generous share of credit card and cash tips, • Free staff meals prepared daily by our very own accomplished chefs, • Personal training and development programme, • 30% food and beverage discounts throughout the company worldwide, • Long service recognition and rewards, • Life Assurance and 24/7 GP consultation access via WeCare Only candidates with the legal right to work in the UK are eligible to apply.

Full time contract 35-48 hours per week About Duck and Rice 'An eclectic pub in Battersea Power Station with a world-class Chinese kitchen' We do what we do best, serving up game-changing dim sum, mouth-watering Cantonese cuisine and an eponymous dish that attracts connoisseurs from around the world. We are looking for Commis Waiters to join our Duck and Rice Team. The Role The Commis Waiter primary role is to act as a seamless connection between floor and kitchen. The Commis Waiter ensures all necessary conditions are met for the Waiters to serve the table, whilst being responsible for an immaculate waiter station and floor at all times. They provide support and assistance as and when needed, even before it is requested, and may assist with table service. Supporting the smooth running of service, the performance of the Commis Waiter ensures a flawless, undisrupted unity of service for each guest. Skills and Experience requirement for Commis: The ideal candidate will have at least one year experience working as a Food Runner, in a well-established restaurant, private members club or comparable establishment. He/she will have refined skills in all aspects of table service and maintenance, as well as developed food and wine knowledge. Asian cuisine knowledge is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided. Salary and Company Benefits Up to £13.00 per hour (depending on experience) + a generous share of credit card and cash tips Free staff meals prepared daily by our very own accomplished chefs Personal training and development programme 30% food and beverage discounts throughout the company worldwide Staff room facilities including a lounge area Only candidates with the legal right to work in the UK are eligible to apply