Food critic jobs in United Kingdom - Page 3

We are a critically acclaimed Michelin Guide listed modern Mexican restaurant in London Bridge and a Café in Shoreditch. We are looking for talented individuals to join our team who are enthusiastic, eager to learn and team players who thrive working in a vibrant and fast paced environment. We aim to provide exceptional food, drinks, and hospitality so our guests have a special and memorable experience. We offer a great working environment, benefits and career opportunities. We love what we do and are proud of how we do it. If you think this would be the work environment for you we would love you to join our team. Benefits include: - Christmas and Boxing Day off - Staff food and drinks - Membership to the CODE hospitality app - 50% off food on tables up to 4 people - Paid day off on your birthday - Pension scheme The ideal candidate will: - Have good attention to detail - Be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment - Enthusiastic and friendly - Hard working - Want to always provide exceptional hospitality - Taking responsibility - Excellent presentation skills - Eager to learn - Always ensuring guests are at the heart of what we do The main responsibility would be: - Mixing cocktails - Good knowledge of Mezcal and Tequila cocktails preferable - Training - Excellent standards in Health and Safety - Experience in fast paced and busy bar Salary £16.50 per hour

**Host / Hostess - Roe Restaurant** CANARY WHARF Salary - Up to £15 per hour Schedule - Full-time Experience - Experience as a Host in a quality Restaurant About us - Conscious & creative dining in the heart of Wood Wharf from the trio behind Fallow. 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 in 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. About you - We are looking for dedicated, enthusiastic and hard-working professionals, who will thrive in our unpretentious and dynamic team. Benefits ·Competitive pay rates. ·Continuous training, coaching and mentoring. ·Wellbeing programme that includes team days out and mental health first aiders. ·Career progression with plenty of opportunities to move into a new role. ·50% off food and a round of drinks on us when you dine across the group plus Friends and Family discounts. ·No structured uniform, celebrate your individuality. ·Family meal during your shift. ·Bonus scheme and employee referral scheme for eligible team members.

We are a critically acclaimed Michelin Guide listed modern Mexican restaurant in London Bridge and a Café in Shoreditch. We are looking for talented individuals to join our team who are enthusiastic, eager to learn and team players who thrive working in a vibrant and fast paced environment. We aim to provide exceptional food, drinks, and hospitality so our guests have a special and memorable experience. We offer a great working environment, benefits and career opportunities. We love what we do and are proud of how we do it. If you think this would be the work environment for you we would love you to join our team. We are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced kitchen porter to help run the kitchen at an exciting Mexican restaurant. This is a great opportunity for an ambitious KP who would like to grow with a company that is also growing. We have been open for 5 years and most of our KP's have evolved towards chefs' roles in the kitchen. For this role, you will need to be a hands-on, proactive, organised and enthusiastic individual. Right to work in the UK required. Benefits include: - Christmas and Bank holidays off - Staff food and drinks - Membership to the CODE hospitality app - 50% off food on tables up to 4 people - Paid day off on your birthday - Pension scheme The ideal candidate will: - Have good attention to detail - -Be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment - Enthusiastic - Hard working - Friendly - Want to always provide exceptional hospitality - Taking responsibility - Excellent presentation skills - Eager to learn - Always ensuring guests are at the heart of what we do Salary £12.50 per hour

SHIFT MANAGER JOB DESCRIPTION We are looking for a proactive and results-driven Shift Manager to join our leadership team. As a Shift Manager, you will be trained to perform all the responsibilities of a Team Member while also managing the daily operations of the restaurant in the absence of the Store Manager. You will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of the restaurant by maintaining company standards in areas such as product preparation, customer service, team management, and financial accountability. If you are an enthusiastic leader with a passion for service, this role offers great opportunities for growth and development. Key Responsibilities: - Team Leadership: Oversee daily restaurant operations, guiding and directing Team Members to ensure a seamless workflow. - Employee Supervision: Train, motivate, and coach Team Members to perform at their best. Assist in the onboarding and development of new staff. - Shift Management: Coordinate team schedules, manage shift changes, and handle employee breaks while ensuring the restaurant runs smoothly. - Operational Excellence: Execute all Team Member tasks when needed, including food preparation (grill, fry station, beverages), order accuracy, cleaning, and customer-facing services. - Customer Experience: Maintain a high standard of fast, accurate service, ensuring every customer has a positive experience and all food meets company standards. - Inventor; Ordering: Assist the Store Manager in managing inventory levels, placing orders, and ensuring supplies are adequate for daily operations. - Store Maintenance: Ensure the restaurant is clean, organised, and maintained according to health and safety regulations. - Reporting; Accountability: Complete shift summary reports, track performance, and contribute to financial responsibilities such as cash handling and deposits. - Recruitment Support: Help the Store Manager with hiring tasks, including recruiting, interviewing, and selecting qualified candidates. What We’re Looking For: - Proven leadership and team management experience. - Excellent problem-solving and communication skills. - Strong multitasking abilities, especially in a fast-paced environment. - Passion for providing excellent customer service. - Attention to detail in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food quality. - Ability to stay calm and organised during peak hours

Club Maitre D' - Ambassadors Club House Salary - Competitive Schedule - Full Time Experience - Previous experience within a similar role Ambassadors ClubHouse are seeking a Club Maitre'd to join their team. The successful candidate will be friendly, personable and passionate about all things food and drink. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Maitre D' looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group. The Restaurant Ambassadors Club House - New Opening Named after the Sethis’ maternal grandfather, a former Indian Ambassador, the restaurant will take inspiration from his summer house in Dalhousie (formerly part of Punjab) and North India’s abandoned party mansions, as well as the founders’ own Punjabi heritage. The menu focuses on the cuisine of undivided Punjab. Culinary traditions and rare regional recipes will be showcased with a menu featuring classic papads, chaats & bitings, lesser-known kebabs cooked across the tandoor, sigri and tawa; curries cooked in cast-iron karahis and clay matkas, pilaus, biryanis, tandoor-roasted breads, and classic desserts. An all-day drinks list brings guests through lunch to dinner to late-night party, with a focus on tequila and mezcal cocktails blended with regional produce. Highlights include a selection of ‘Punjabi Margaritas’ all made with exotic north Indian fruits and citrus and paired with chaat masala spiced salts. Encapsulating the traditions of Punjab where hospitality and generosity are celebrated through the sharing of fine liquor in abundance. The dining room features a maximalist central bar with a gold dome, booth seating and counter dining while the lower ground floor will feature a drinking and dining space, alongside a DJ booth, open until late. The Position We're looking for an experienced Club Maitre'd to ensure a welcoming and engaging first impression, and an exceptional guest experience. You will be delivering high standards and ensuring a seamless journey for our guests from start to finish. If you have experience in the following, then we want to hear from you: Welcoming and interacting with our guests in a professional and friendly manner, building rapport to encourage their repeat custom; Effectively managing reservations and walk-ins to maximise covers during service; Handling face to face, telephone and email queries in a polite, professional and diplomatic manner.

We are a critically acclaimed Michelin Guide listed modern Mexican restaurant in London Bridge and a Café in Shoreditch. We are looking for talented individuals to join our team who are enthusiastic, eager to learn and team players who thrive working in a vibrant and fast paced environment. We aim to provide exceptional food, drinks, and hospitality so our guests have a special and memorable experience. We offer a great working environment, benefits and career opportunities. We love what we do and are proud of how we do it. If you think this would be the work environment for you we would love you to join our team. The ideal candidate will: - Have good attention to detail - Be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment - Enthusiastic - Hard working - Friendly - Want to always provide exceptional hospitality - Taking responsibility - Excellent presentation skills - Always ensuring guests are at the heart of what we do Benefits include: - Christmas and Boxing Day off - Staff food and drinks - Membership to the CODE hospitality app - 50% off food on tables up to 4 people - Paid day off on your birthday - Pension scheme The main responsibilities for the Head Chef will include: - Always preparing and cooking exceptional meals, ensuring high standards and consistency - Guiding your team and being a role model in the kitchen - Training and mentoring your team - Monitoring stock and orders - Ensuring the kitchen and team is always ready to deliver exceptional service - Ensuring all Food Hygiene and Safety standards are maintained - Ensuring GPs are always maintained - Ensuring efficient rotas Salary : £50,000/ 55,000

**Waiter / Waitress at Clarette** Clarette is a French wine Restaurant, the project and brainchild of a new generation of wine lovers, Alexandra Petit-Mentzelopoulos, of the Château Margaux family and Natsuko Perromat du Marais, a leading restaurateur, having worked with the likes of Alain Ducasse. Offering a unique curated wine list, Clarette is a destination for wine lovers to enjoy and explore fine wines in a relaxed and stylish setting, accompanied by elegant and refined dishes, perfect for lunch, brunch or dinner. We are currently looking for an enthusiastic Waiter/Waitress to join our lovely team. The successful Waiter / Waitress candidate will be : • Experienced in delivering exceptional service • Good wine/cocktail/beverage general knowledge • Flexible delivering/running quality food/drinks service • A good eye for detail and able to work well under pressure • Providing friendly, courteous and professional service at all times • Open-minded • Ambitious • Energetic and well-presented • Knowledge of French cuisine and ingredients is a plus. Benefits & Culture 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 Perkbox - access to tons of retail discounts and our wellbeing hub Look After Yourself Discounted Gym Membership 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

Restaurant Manager - Brigadiers Salary - Up to £45,000 pa Schedule - Full Time Experience - previous experience in a quality restaurant Brigadiers are seeking a Restaurant Manager to join their team. The successful candidate will be friendly, personable and passionate about all things food and drink. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Restaurant Manager looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group. The Restaurant Inspired by the army mess bars of India, where military regiments go to eat, drink and socialise, Brigadiers accommodates 140 covers internally with a further 34 on an outdoor terrace. Encouraging socialising and camaraderie, live sport is shown on demand in selected rooms, whilst pool and classic card games is offered for those who wish to play while they eat and drink. The food offering focuses on different methods of Indian barbecue, utilising tandoors, charcoal grills, rotisseries, wood ovens and classic Indian smokers. The drinks offering marries together the food and social spirit of the restaurant with beer, whisky, cocktails on tap and large serves. The Position As Restaurant Manager, you will be a hands-on, proactive and enthusiastic leader, injecting your personality into your work and inspiring the team to deliver a warm and memorable guest experience. You will continually commit to the highest standards of service and operations, and working closely with the senior management team, you will be responsible for the overall performance of the front of house team, managing financials, recruitment and team development, stock management and health and safety. We are looking for a Restaurant Manager that has: The ability to inspire, motivate, lead and develop teams; A Warm, personable and professional nature; Creative with excellent attention to detail; Passion for and knowledge of food and beverage, and the London restaurant scene; Working knowledge of food hygiene and health and safety requirements; Ability to manage staff costs and review rotas accordingly.

**Head Waiter/Waitress - Roe Restaurant** ** NEW OPENING IN CANARY WHARF** Salary - Up to £16.50 per hour Schedule - Full-time Experience - 1 year in a similar role About us - 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. About you - We are looking for dedicated, enthusiastic and hard-working professionals, who will thrive in our unpretentious and dynamic team. Benefits ·Competitive pay rates. ·Continuous training, coaching and mentoring. ·Wellbeing programme that includes team days out and mental health first aiders. ·Career progression with plenty of opportunities to move into a new role. ·50% off food and a round of drinks on us when you dine across the group plus Friends and Family discounts. ·No structured uniform, celebrate your individuality. ·Family meal during your shift. ·Bonus scheme and employee referral scheme for eligible team members.

Senior Receptionist - Gymkhana Salary - Up to £17ph Schedule - Full Time Experience - Previous experience as a Senior receptionist within a Michelin star restaurant or Fine dinning Gymkhana are seeking a Senior Receptionist to join their team. The successful candidate will be friendly, personable and passionate about all things food and drink. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Senior Receptionist looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group. The Restaurant Located in Mayfair, Gymkhana is inspired by the bars, social, sports and members’ clubs of the British Raj in India and serves contemporary Indian cuisine using seasonal British ingredients with a strong focus on the tandoori oven. Opened in 2013, Gymkhana went on to win its first Michelin star, Restaurant Magazine’s Restaurant of the Year and BMW Square Meal Restaurant of the Year in 2014. “Gymkhana is the best restaurant I have ever been to.” Giles Coren, The Times The Position We're looking for an experienced Senior Receptionist to ensure a welcoming and engaging first impression, and an exceptional guest experience. You will be delivering Michelin Star standards and ensuring a seamless journey for our guests from start to finish. If you have experience in the following, then we want to hear from you: Welcoming and interacting with our guests in a professional and friendly manner, building rapport to encourage their repeat custom; Effectively managing reservations and walk-ins to maximise covers during service; Handling face to face, telephone and email queries in a polite, professional and diplomatic manner.

Main Responsibilities: Collaborate closely with management to discuss seasonal menus, promotional campaigns, and strategies to target diverse customer groups, including London’s food enthusiasts and the Chinese expatriate community. Craft, edit, and oversee the release of compelling press materials, including press releases, newsletters, and social media content on platforms like Instagram, WeChat, and Facebook, to elevate brand awareness. Organise and coordinate PR events, such as food tastings, media invitations, cultural evenings, and collaborations with London-based influencers and bloggers, to showcase the restaurant’s unique offerings. Develop and maintain strong relationships with local food critics, influencers, and media representatives, ensuring continuous coverage and positive publicity in both traditional and digital media. Use creative strategies to highlight our restaurant’s signature dishes, blending Chinese culinary traditions with contemporary London trends, ensuring we appeal to both local and international customers. Monitor the success of PR campaigns through tools that track media exposure, customer feedback, and social media engagement, adjusting strategies based on data insights. Who We're Looking For: A proactive and highly organised individual with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Has experience in public relations Excellent writing and editing skills, capable of producing content that resonates with diverse audiences, from London-based foodies to international tourists. Sociable and skilled in building strong relationships with influencers, media representatives, and key opinion leaders, particularly within the food and cultural sectors. An understanding of both Chinese and British cultures, with the ability to engage London’s Chinese community and represent the restaurant in a culturally authentic manner. Analytical, with experience using tools to monitor PR efforts and evaluate the success of campaigns, ensuring we consistently improve and refine our strategies.