Front of house theatre jobs in United Kingdom

Balthazar, found in the heart of Covent Garden’s theatre district, is an iconic brasserie known for its timeless elegance, exceptional cuisine, and unwavering commitment to providing an outstanding dining experience. Based on the original concept in New York, Balthazar offers a seamless blend of French-inspired dishes and classic hospitality. Our commitment to providing spectacular service is woven into the very fabric of Balthazar, where every visit is an invitation to indulge in the artistry of the delicious dishes and meticulously crafted cocktails. We are currently seeking an energetic and experienced Commis Waiter to join our dynamic team. As a Commis Waiter, you will play a pivotal role in the service team, contributing to the overall excellence of our dining experience. If you have a passion for hospitality, a desire to learn, and are committed to delivering top-notch service, we invite you to begin your journey in hospitality at our amazing restaurant. Key Responsibilities: - Greet guests with warmth and professionalism. - Assist waiters with food and beverage orders and relaying them to the kitchen. - Place new tablecloths, plates, cutlery, and glasses - Ensure seamless and timely service, anticipating and exceeding guests' expectations. - Address guest inquiries, concerns, and special requests with finesse and courtesy. - Uphold the highest standards of cleanliness and presentation in the dining area. - Assist in creating bills by providing accurate order information Requirements: - Previous experience in a restaurant environment. - Strong communication and teamwork skills. - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks efficiently. - Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of service. Benefits: - Generous discount off your bill (including drinks), when dining in one of our restaurants across the Group - Unrivalled opportunities for progression across the Group - Paid overtime - 28 days holiday, increasing with length of service up to 5 extra days - Recommend a friend scheme with great bonuses per individual referral - Exclusive access to our discounts including money off gym memberships, travel, online shopping, gadget, and much more - Reward programmes, long service awards, and staff recognition and incentives Join our team and be a part of a distinguished establishment committed to delivering unparalleled hospitality. We promote a working environment in which equal opportunity and diversity is recognised, valued, and encouraged.

Full time & Full flexibility required Balthazar, found in the heart of Covent Garden’s theatre district, is an iconic brasserie known for its timeless elegance, exceptional cuisine, and unwavering commitment to providing an outstanding dining experience. Based on the original concept in New York, Balthazar offers a seamless blend of French-inspired dishes and classic hospitality. Our commitment to providing spectacular service is woven into the very fabric of Balthazar, where every visit is an invitation to indulge in the artistry of the delicious dishes and meticulously crafted cocktails. We are currently seeking a dedicated and service-oriented individual to join our team as a Waiter. As a Waiter at our restaurant, you will be an integral part of delivering an outstanding dining experience. If you have a passion for hospitality, possess fine dining expertise, and are committed to providing exceptional service, we invite you to bring your skills to the renowned setting we call home. Key Responsibilities: - Greet guests in a professional and friendly manner. - Take and relay accurate food and beverage orders to the kitchen and bar. - Provide detailed information about menu items, specials, and wine selections. - Collaborate with kitchen and bar staff to maintain a smooth workflow. - Handle guest inquiries, concerns, and special requests with tact and professionalism. - Uphold the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the dining area. Requirements: - Proven experience as a Waiter/Waitress in a high-end restaurant or similar establishment. - Exceptional customer service and communication skills. - Knowledge of fine dining etiquette and service standards. - Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. - Attention to detail and a passion for delivering an outstanding guest experience. Benefits: - Generous discount off your bill (including drinks), when dining in one of our restaurants across the Group - Unrivalled opportunities for progression across the Group - Paid overtime - 28 days holiday, increasing with length of service up to 5 extra days - Recommend a friend scheme with great bonuses per individual referral - Exclusive access to our discounts including money off gym memberships, travel, online shopping, gadget, and much more - Reward programmes, long service awards, and staff recognition and incentives Join our team and be a part of a distinguished establishment committed to delivering unparalleled hospitality. We promote a working environment in which equal opportunity and diversity is recognised, valued, and encouraged.

Job Summary The Duty Manager is responsible for managing the building on a day-to-day basis. In particular overseeing the front of house operation and working with paid staff and volunteers. Key Responsibilities • To manage the day to day operation of the building • To ensure that all users of The Farm receive excellent customer service • To manage volunteers • To welcome visitors to The Farm and provide information as required • To support the Box Office • To support FOH sales including catering and retail • To deputise for the Entertainments Licensee in her absence Detailed Job Description 1. Welcome visitors to The Farm including Audiences, Artists, Hirers, Market and Class Attenders. 2. Provide show reports detailing activity and any issues arising. 3. To manage the day to day running of the building 4. To deliver fast, efficient ticket sales from the Box Office* 5. To ensure that the foyer and public areas of the building are always kept clean and tidy. 6. To manage print in the building, liaising with the marketing team 7. To re-set rooms on a daily basis for classes and events. NB This includes manual lifting 8. To engage in other Front of House activity including working with café bar as required 9. To help with seasonal décor in the theatre foyer for school holidays and xmas 10. To deputise for the Licensee in her absence, ensuring strict compliance with all conditions of the building’s Licence and undertaking regular duty management shifts 11. To undertake first aid training and act as one of the venue’s nominated First Aiders 12. To carry out their duties with due regard to Norden Farm’s Equal Opportunities Policy and Health and Safety Policy, and to act in accordance with the Data Protection Act 13. Any other duties as may be required as part of the House Manager function *Training on Spektrix, our computerised ticketing system will be given. Hours of Work Most of the work will be Tues – Sat. Occasional Sundays & Mondays in the year. Most public holidays are part of the working time and are taken as TOIL. Potential additional hours for holiday cover and special projects. Duty Manager Person Specification Essential Candidates must be able to demonstrate: • Experience of working in sales and / or merchandising / point of sale experience • An understanding of high-quality customer service • A good level of physical fitness (as lifting and moving furniture to re-set rooms is required on a regular basis) • A good level of computer literacy (training on specific software programmes will be provided) • A keen eye for detail • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal • Ability to work unsupervised and as part of a team • Excellent organisational skills • A genuine interest in the arts Desirable • Duty management experience in a similar environment • Experience of working in a Box Office, particularly operating Spektrix • Own means of transport • First Aid qualification Norden Farm uses Spektrix for box office ticketing, and Microsoft Office for administrative purposes.

Supervisor role Full time & Full flexibility required Balthazar, found in the heart of Covent Garden’s theatre district, is an iconic brasserie known for its timeless elegance, exceptional cuisine, and unwavering commitment to providing an outstanding dining experience. Based on the original concept in New York, Balthazar offers a seamless blend of French-inspired dishes and classic hospitality. Our commitment to providing spectacular service is woven into the very fabric of Balthazar, where every visit is an invitation to indulge in the artistry of the delicious dishes and meticulously crafted cocktails. We are currently seeking a dedicated and service-oriented individual to join our team as a Supervisor. As a Supervisor at our restaurant, you will be an integral part of delivering an outstanding dining experience. If you have a passion for hospitality, possess fine dining expertise, and are committed to providing exceptional service, we invite you to bring your skills to the renowned setting we call home. Key Responsibilities: - Greet guests in a professional and friendly manner. - Take and relay accurate food and beverage orders to the kitchen and bar. - Provide detailed information about menu items, specials, and wine selections. - Collaborate with kitchen and bar staff to maintain a smooth workflow. - Handle guest inquiries, concerns, and special requests with tact and professionalism. - Uphold the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the dining area. Requirements: - Proven experience as a Waiter/Waitress in a high-end restaurant or similar establishment. - Exceptional customer service and communication skills. - Knowledge of fine dining etiquette and service standards. - Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. - Attention to detail and a passion for delivering an outstanding guest experience. Benefits: - Generous discount off your bill (including drinks), when dining in one of our restaurants across the Group - Unrivalled opportunities for progression across the Group - Paid overtime - 28 days holiday, increasing with length of service up to 5 extra days - Recommend a friend scheme with great bonuses per individual referral - Exclusive access to our discounts including money off gym memberships, travel, online shopping, gadget, and much more - Reward programmes, long service awards, and staff recognition and incentives Join our team and be a part of a distinguished establishment committed to delivering unparalleled hospitality. We promote a working environment in which equal opportunity and diversity is recognised, valued, and encouraged.

Come and join the Chick ‘n’ Sours family! We are an independent, not corporate, restaurant brand serving next level fried chicken, awesome cocktails with wicked tunes and good vibes. We do all of this in a positive culture where we support each other and our communities, have a good work life balance & most importantly enjoying our time at work. We have two restaurants, Dalston & Covent Garden and a food truck/events side of the business. We currently have an Assistant Manager position available in our Seven Dials restaurant in central London. This restaurant is an established spot that has many regulars as well as attracting many tourists, theatre goers and shoppers too. You’ll be reporting directly into our GM and support managing a team of 6-8 front of house. You’ll be required to run busy shifts and lead by example. This role requires someone with previous restaurant experience but may be your first step into management. We love to offer opportunities and see our teams develop. Our team will work closely with you to provide you with the support to flourish & succeed. Our GM’s operate in a manner where they are running their restaurant as their own business so you’ll also get to learn all aspects of how to run a business should that be of interest for you in the future. As a family run business our team are cared for and looked after as best as we can. We pay fortnightly, you’ll never work your birthday, your friends & family get 50% off, plus private medical insurance when you progress. Should this be of interest, drop us a line and we’ll be in touch to arrange an interview. Thanks for reading 🙏