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Senior Receptionist - Gymkhana Salary - Up to £17.50ph 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 Operating in Mayfair for over a decade, Gymkhana is inspired by the bars, social, sports, and members’ clubs of the British Raj in India. It serves contemporary Indian cuisine using seasonal British ingredients, with a strong focus on the tandoori oven. Since its opening in 2013, Gymkhana has garnered numerous accolades, including its first Michelin star and, in 2024, a second Michelin star, making it the first Indian restaurant in London to hold two.The restaurant was also named Restaurant of the Year by Restaurant Magazine and BMW Square Meal in 2014. As Giles Coren of The Times remarked, "Gymkhana is the best restaurant I have ever been to." 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.

Receptionist (32 hours per week) - Sabor Salary - Up to £15 ph Schedule - Part Time Experience - Previous experience within a similar role Sabor are seeking a 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 Receptionist looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group. The Restaurant Founded by Nieves Barragan and José Etura, Sabor (meaning flavour in Spanish) takes you on a journey from the tapas bars of Andalucía, through to the asadors of Castile and the seafood restaurants of Galicia. Sabor focuses on capturing the flavour of Spain as well as showcasing the use of traditional ingredients and cooking methods, and a relaxed approach to dining. The quality of the produce our kitchen enjoys is unparalleled. Upstairs in the Asador, whole suckling pigs are cooked in the wood-fired oven, and octopus are simmered in giant copper pots. Downstairs in the restaurant, a seafood counter sits next to dining bar, where guests can oversee the kitchen in full service. Sabor was awarded a coveted Michelin Star in 2018 The Position We're looking for an experienced 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. 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 Look After Yourself Discounted Gym Membership Wagestream – 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

Receptionist - Brigadiers Salary - up to £15 ph Schedule - Full Time Experience - previous experience in a quality restaurant Brigadiers are seeking a 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 Receptionist 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 We're looking for an experienced Receptionist to ensure a welcoming and engaging first impression, and an exceptional guest experience 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.

Canteen is a new and completely unique global food hall destination at the heart of the Design District next to the o2 arena. The buildings iconic design, make for an incredibly exciting place of work, with incredible opportunities. Our unique benefits · £13.15 ph in line with London Living Wage · Experience bartenders welcome · Very flexible working hours · Full training and ongoing brand incentives with the bar & canteen · Bi-annual team night out. · Fast track to supervisory roles · Some late nights Role As one of our Bartenders & venue hosts you will be the face of the Canteen, delivering exceptional customer service, serving customer orders in a timely manner while always bringing forward your personality. With the Bar open from 10:00am through to 11pm, you will be delivering service to a range of customers, and we want you to get to know our regulars who will pop in every morning for a coffee to customers coming for their first time on their way to an event at the 02. Personalising each interaction will allow us to stand out and establish ourselves as a place to visit. Salary £13.15 Varied contract lengths available up to 40 hours. Experience We are looking for people with experience within food & beverage who are willing to learn and work hard. The ability to prioritise different tasks and requests with great organisational skills. Experience making cocktails and barista would be ideal but full training will be given. Food Hygiene certificate and Health & safety awareness an advantage but full training will again be given. Good level of English language both written & spoken. Overall, we are looking for people who have a great personality and able to bring their all into work every day. Duties and Responsibilities CUSTOMERS: · Ensure that the customers experience is one to remember · Maintain a high-profile during service whilst being polite and helpful · Promote and establish a regular customer base, remember their likes and dislikes · Smile and maintain eye contact with customers · Provide prompt, unobtrusive, attentive service · Maintain high standards of personal appearance · Maintain a high standard of personal hygiene PRIOR TO SERVICE: · Report for duty on time and prepared for your shift · Assist others in ensuring that stations are equipped with sufficient clean equipment · Stock up as per standard · Ensure Bar is set up and stocked appropriately · Ensure Bar, back of house areas and floor is clean to standard DURING SERVICE: · Take instruction from your manager/ supervisor, anticipate their requirements · Provide attentive, unobtrusive, prompt service, work as a team · Take and process orders, make, serve and clear food and drinks, troubleshoot where necessary. · Respond to any menu/drinks queries with knowledgeable answers · Ensure the customers’ needs come first · React promptly and deal with any issues, complaints, breakages, spillages as member of the supervisory team. · Communicate any unresolved issues to the manager/ supervisor AFTER SERVICE: · Break down tables and clean · Break down stations · Restock stations as necessary · Ensure everything is left clean and tidy. · Report any outstanding service issues the supervisor/ manager KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED: · To have an excellent understanding of the different menus and the style of service for drinks, food and retail · To have a full working knowledge of all beverage items to include undertaking training in wines, beers, spirits and cocktails · To have a full understanding of all items of equipment, their uses, and where they are kept · To have a thorough working knowledge of the EPOS system to include, geography, what to do if it crashes, troubleshooting and knowing how the credit card payment handsets work. · To represent management in event of emergency, and to assist customers in same · To know where all emergency exits are · To pay due regard to the Health and Safety Policy and Food Safety policy and to ensure standards are met throughout the business. · To pay due regard to the company’s policy on Confidentiality Company Background Greenwich Peninsula is Europe’s largest single regeneration development delivering 17,000 new homes in a new swathe of London that brings together culture, community and modern architecture. Design District is a collection of 16 buildings designed by eight architects set in the heart of Greenwich Peninsula. The Design District will offer permanent and purpose-designed studio space for the creative industries, asset managed by Design District Limited. Prescient Group is managing the Canteen & Bar. We are known for shaping and operating renowned food & beverage, retail and cultural destinations. We work to transform spaces into meaningful assets that deliver targeted results. Some examples of our varied prior clients and projects have been Old Spitalfields Market, Ralph Lauren, Petersham Nurseries, Corbin and King and Burberry. More on Design District Canteen & Bar (“Canteen”) Canteen is a food and beverage destination at the heart of the Design District servicing the residents and visitors of Greenwich Peninsula. It is a highly visible semi-open outdoor venue in the shape of a caterpillar, it is completely transparent and freely accessible. Within the space are six fully fitted-out kitchen spaces and a larger bar. There are two floors with the first floor used as a large seating area and the ground floor housing the finishing kitchens, bar and circulation for the guest. Canteen also benefits from an adjacent shared production kitchen where the partnering food operators will prepare food and dispense deliveries. It will be a wonderful and vibrant place to visit, full of light and benefitting from large trees and comfortable casual seating. Design District Canteen & Bar (“Canteen Bar”) The Bar will provide the arrival experience for all guests entering the Canteen venue from the O2. There will be a varied customer of creatives, residential, visitors and workers and so the Bar is to provide a broad offer of appeal. From craft local beers to cocktails, quality coffee and smoothies to biodynamic wines. The Canteen Bar will be a place for everyone to enjoy through out the day. It is anticipated that the Bars proximity to the O2 will mean that there will be very busy event lead periods. The Bar will be fast, fun, diverse and deliver a high standard of quality and service.

La Maison Ani is a celebration of love and food a stone's throw from Sloane Street and situated in Jumeirah Carlton Tower, bringing the timeless allure of France to Knightsbridge, London. The Receptionist is serving as a communication hub for all departments. Assisting reception manager and supervisor with the daily duties and maintain constant and consistent presence at the desk. Greet guests in polite and timely manner upon arrival, monitor coat check service. Have a full knowledge of all relevant information regarding the restaurant, service standards and menus. Ensure all special requests are handled efficiently and accurately. Compile daily, weekly, and monthly reports. Overlook and ensure the general day-to-day correspondence and internal administration runs smoothly. Be aware of VIP guests, Food critics, special needs guests, known allergies, etc… Carry out any other reasonable requests as directed by reception and reservation manager.

Safe Security are a leading professional security/counter-terrorism company providing total peace of mind without compromising on quality. We are looking for security officers that hold a valid SIA license, reliable, confident & smart to ensure the safety & security of people, premises and property. A good command of English, is a must. The ideal candidate needs to be well groomed, responsible and reliable. All our security officers should have the ability to wok within a team, use their own initiative, confident dealing with the public, with the ability to liaise in a polite and professional manner. Customer focused approach and attention to detail is needed.

We are looking for highly motivated and experienced Waiter/Waitresses full time to join our team In our Goodge Street branch. Our restaurants are dynamic and busy. We are specialised in fresh pasta and Italian wines. The perfect Waiter/waitress should have an excellent customer service skills, they should greet customers in a polite and friendly manner, provide them with menus and suggest daily/weekly specials. They also are to the point of contact for bills and return of any funds. Some of the main duties and responsibilities of a Waiter include: Greeting customers as they settle down at the restaurant tables and introducing them to the menus Taking orders Inquiring if the customers are satisfied, giving bills and processing payments Operating the bar and coffee section Attending regular meetings with restaurant and kitchen managers to find out about menu changes and menu specials Trainings to new waiting staff General cleanings If you are looking for: Great shifts, life balanced rota. Full training and clothing provided. Service charge, Extra tips - Base salary starting at £11 x hour Great opportunity to promotion to Head waiter/Supervisor as team is growing. Young and vibrant environment, get in touch if this sounds good to you. Job Types: Full-time (45 hours), Permanent Salary: £11 - £12 per hour + Service charge + Extra tips (Approx £13/14)

We are looking for a temporary bartender to fill a position for 1 month starting in mid November and ending in Mid to end of December. A little about us. Paradiso burger and cocktail bar is in the heart of Kingly Court operating on 2 floors, we serve fresh food, amazing cocktails and on the weekends we offer bottomless brunch. Here at paradiso we train our team members to work on the bar and on the floor providing table service so everyone has the knowledge to work in any section. What we are looking for. An experienced team member who has worked behind the bar serving cocktails in a busy enviornment.You should be organised, presentable, polite, willing to learn and have great customer service skills. If this sounds like you then hit the apply button and we will be in touch as soon as possible.

Chicome is a family-run high-end Mexican Fusion Restaurant and Bar located in St Katharine Docs (Tower Bridge) that provides executive-level dining to its guests with high attention to detail service. Opened in late 2023 we continue our growth and take pride in our team that makes it happen every day! We are a people business. We are looking for an experienced Head Bartender to take charge of the bar, have a solid background in the drinks industry and a passion for wines, mixology, and attention to detail at every step. You will have a good understanding of wines, cocktail mixology, and a great level of customer service with at-table engagement. An ideal candidate will have the following: - WSET Level 1 (Preferably Level 2) - Signature creative cocktails in your bank - Great understanding of mixology and flavour combinations - Ability to create, document, and train fellow teammates on the drinks offering - Basic understanding of draught beer dispensing systems and its maintenance - Charismatic, high attention to detail, and ability to set priorities and complete set tasks and targets. - Good manners, polite communication, tidy appearance. Desirable, but not essential skills include: - Experienced in POS systems, back-end, and front-end settings - Past experience in waitering and guest engagement. What you may expect at Chicome: - Agile team leading with frequent improvement - Take charge and make your role matter by building ideas and we will make it happen - Team events and trips for great performance months and exceptional service - Unique new concept restaurant and bar where you are heard and your input matters - Internal progression and personalised performance reviews and training plans We believe in investing in our team, and we expect considerable dedication, team play, and attentiveness in return.

We are looking for a experienced waiter/waitress for cafe' in Beckenham and Shirley Duties includes Welcoming customers in a polite and friendly manner Answering question related to menu Delivering orders Preparing coffees Processing payment Cleaning Tables after customers Main responsibility is to ensure customers have enjoyable experience The restaurant in Beckenham is open 7 days per week from 8am to 10pm and the one in Shirkey is open only afternoons from 4pm to 10pm. We offer Accurate training Good amount of hours each week Free meal and drink when on duty Weekly payment (wage is net) and is based on age and experience

We are looking for professional florist (1-3 years experience) to join us for Valentine’s Day 2025, special events & holidays according the year. Our Flower Boutique very unique and warm environment. Our communication with customers very polite and respectful. The job is 3 days between 11.02.2015 - 13.02.2025 flexible hours. We have to clean roses and prepared bouquets and different products to be ready for Valentine’s week, customer service, manage deliveries. Salary £10-£13 per hour Thank you, Hila

Job Opportunity: Chauffeur (East London – 8-Seater Van) Position: Chauffeur Location: East London Vehicle Type: 8-Seater Van Availability: Immediate start We are seeking reliable, professional, and patient individuals to join our team as chauffeurs. If you have a passion for delivering excellent service and are comfortable with modern technology, we want to hear from you! Job Details: • Work schedule: 3-4 days a week with flexible hours • Bookings: Pre-booked jobs and on-call bookings • Late-night bookings: Higher pay rates apply • Pay: Competitive rates (to be discussed) Key Responsibilities: • Transport clients safely and professionally in an 8-seater van • Handle both pre-booked and on-call bookings • Provide exceptional customer service with politeness and patience • Utilize modern technology, including phones and in-car entertainment systems Requirements: • License: Valid UK driver’s license • Appearance: Smart uniform required (professional and clean presentation) • Skills: • Polite and professional demeanor • Fluent English communication • Ability to multitask • Competent in using modern technology (phones, TVs, navigation systems) • Experience: Prior chauffeur or driving experience preferred but not essential What We Offer: • Flexible hours tailored to your availability • Competitive pay with additional earnings for late-night bookings • A professional and supportive work environment If you’re ready to take on this exciting opportunity and meet the above requirements, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to become part of a growing and professional team.

As a Gelato assistant you’ll be responsible for customer service. This includes scooping gelato, preparing coffee and hot drinks, and other products on the menu. Other duties include, cash handling, washing up, and keeping the shop clean and tidy. Skills required: be ready and able to work within a team, enjoy working with public, have a polite and helpful manner and be confident. A good level of English and previous experience in an ice cream parlour is required. Possibility to grow whitin the company depending on your skills, such as production and management. Both part-time and full-time will be considered. Other positions could be considered (ask for info).

Japanese Yakitori Bar and restaurant , looking for waiter, head waiter, restaurant manager , bartender: strong customer services and communication. passion with food and drinks good and polite English Min 1 year experiences

Our Front of House team is looking for an experienced Host/Hostess to join the family. Service is always at the forefront so you must be exceptionally welcoming, dynamic and friendly. Our guests choose us for a memorable experience, and you will make each experience extra special. Benefits include: Highly competitive salary 50% Discount on food and drink for up to 6 people to use in Duck & Waffle or SUSHISAMBA® restaurants 28-day holiday allowance Complimentary breakfast and dinner during shifts 'Refer-a-friend’ cash incentive scheme Employee of the Month rewards Internal Training and career development Pension Scheme – including employer contributions Yearly Staff party Your Requirements: The Host/Hostess is responsible for ensuring a friendly welcome, a departure greeting and the seating of all guests. The Host/Hostess also answers phones politely and promptly with appropriate scripting and records all reservations into the reservation system. The Host/Hostess plays an integral part in the flow and pace of our dining service. As a Host/Hostess, we would love you to have: Experience in a fast-paced hospitality environment Availability to work evenings, weekends and most holidays Excellent written and verbal English language communication skills Greet guests and seat them at tables or in waiting areas Exceptional attention to detail Must have a professional and well-groomed appearance, as he/she is the first impression of the restaurant Ability to multi-task and follow directions Flexibility in scheduling is strongly preferred Salary: up to £15 per hour Schedule: Full Time Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience Location: Heron Tower, 110 Bishopsgate, London EC2N 4AY, UK

A diligent Part Time weekend barista is needed 9 hours. Coffee shop in Clapahm South. The shop is both a coffee and wine shop, so wine knowledge favoured Must have skills: Be likeable by your team Must have a passion for wine and coffee Be polite, friendly, and smiley to customers Be able to make high-quality coffee Be able to dial in a coffee machine and weigh shots correctly Be able to clean grinders Must be one time and punctual Must be well-presented, clean, and hygienic. Must have good admin skills Ideally should live local to Clapham or less than 30 min commute Should be comfortable with working independently SHED is a dynamic creative company founded by two creative directors in London, after studying art and design they decided to start a company that reflects their taste and value by offering inspirational places across London for locals to purchase exceptional produce. Both directors still practice their creative passions alongside the day-to-day running of SHED. You should be able to make their environment easy to operate so they can sell more products. This is the starting point for your job and is what we expect from you as a good barista to help drive sales. SHED Directors and Operational team have worked very hard to create the relevant systems to run a successful cafe, we are looking for a member to be able to follow these systems.

Reception Manager - Gymkhana Salary - Up to £50,000 pa Schedule - Full Time Experience - previous experience in a quality restaurant Gymkhana are seeking a Reception 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 Reception Manager looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group. The Restaurant Operating in Mayfair for over a decade, Gymkhana is inspired by the bars, social, sports, and members’ clubs of the British Raj in India. It serves contemporary Indian cuisine using seasonal British ingredients, with a strong focus on the tandoori oven. Since its opening in 2013, Gymkhana has garnered numerous accolades, including its first Michelin star and, in 2024, a second Michelin star, making it the first Indian restaurant in London to hold two.The restaurant was also named Restaurant of the Year by Restaurant Magazine and BMW Square Meal in 2014. As Giles Coren of The Times remarked, "Gymkhana is the best restaurant I have ever been to." The Position We're looking for an experienced Reception Manager 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: Prior experience as a Reception Manager or Head Receptionist in a fast paced, quality restaurant; 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 looking for Polite, well mannered & hardworking staff to join our friendly team in our new cafe/bistro based in crouch end. The things we look for in our team. - Greet customers & show them available seating as they enter the restaurant. -Clear dirty dishes & glasses from tables. -Memorise our menu so that you can recommend our food to guests. - Check that the kitchen is fulfilling orders. - Team player. -Respond to customer concerns & complaint. -Hard working -Polite to customers with a good attitude at all times. - Versatile indvidual i.e can make coffee/drinks & serve customers.

- Greeting guests with a warm welcome and being polite and helpful - Explaining the Mexican Experience (service process) to the guest - Preparing the food to the highest quality and standard - Being quick and efficient during service to provide the best service for all guests - Valuing customers with appropriate conversation and banter - Checking guests are enjoying their meal - Providing a clean and safe environment by following the cleaning processes and service cycle - Working together with your team under a pressured environment - Communicating effectively with your team and guests to provide the best experience for all. - Supporting your team by helping out where possible. - Understanding priorities and managing your time. - Be punctual to work. - Take pride in your work by keeping a clean and tidy workplace. - Setup and closedown to a high standard - Maintain a safe environment, understanding allergens, cross contamination etc. - Carry out management team requests and ensure you understand what is being asked. - Follow instructions and if you don't understand then ask. - Maintain personal knowledge by completing in house training and online learning. - Use initiative and remain. Positive under pressured situations.