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WE ARE HIRING! JOIN THE BASERA TEAM Basera is looking for a friendly, professional and experienced Waitress / Front of House Staff Member to join our team. Requirements: Minimum 6 Months of experience in the restaurant or hospitality industry. Experience working behind the bar and preparing coffee. Excellent customer service and communication skills. Professional and confident when dealing with customers. Ability to work in a busy restaurant environment. Reliable, punctual and well-presented. Job Details: Position: Waitress / Front of House Salary: Minimum wage Start Date: Immediate start Experience: Minimum 6 Months Location: Basera Restaurant 51 Kingston Hill, Kingston upon Thames, KT2 7PS If you are passionate about hospitality and have the experience we are looking for, we would love to hear from you!

You will be hired as a front of house team member. This means you will not only be a waiter but also potentially a bartender/food runner according to business needs. We are looking for 25+ year olds. Hospitality experience of at least 1 year.

Scott's Richmond, nestled in the picturesque Richmond-Upon-Thames, is an exquisite dining destination celebrated for its exceptional cuisine, warm ambiance, and commitment to providing an outstanding dining experience. As a beacon of culinary excellence, Scott's Richmond offers a menu featuring the finest dishes, set within an inviting atmosphere. Scott’s Richmond captures the splendour of the original concept in Mayfair and brings it to the stunning banks of the Thames in Richmond, just outside central London. We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Head Waiter to lead our front-of-house team. As the Head Waiter, you will play a central role in overseeing the dining experience, managing the waitstaff, and contributing to the overall success of our establishment. If you have a passion for hospitality, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to delivering exceptional service, we invite you to be a key influencer at our stunning restaurant. Key Responsibilities: • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the dining area, ensuring high service standards., • Supervise and mentor waitstaff, providing guidance to maintain a positive work environment., • Handle guest inquiries and concerns with professionalism and prompt resolution., • Collaborate with the management team to organize and execute private events and functions., • Assist in training and development programs for front-of-house staff., • Monitor reservation systems and seating arrangements to optimize guest flow., • Contribute to maintaining a positive and inclusive atmosphere for both guests and staff. Requirements: • Proven experience as a Head Waiter or in a similar front-of-house role within the hospitality industry., • Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills., • Exceptional problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to operational challenges., • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks efficiently., • Familiarity with reservation systems and basic administrative tasks. Benefits: -30% Dining discount across our Caprice restaurants (excluding Scott’s Mayfair), The Ivy Collection & Bill’s -Access to early pay, savings tools & financial coaching via Stream -Enhanced maternity & paternity leave -Cycle to work scheme and refer-a-friend bonuses up to £1,000 -English language classes, length of service awards & employee recognition bonuses -Private medical and life insurance for senior leaders, life insurance for head office employees -Employee Assistance Programme -Plus, a structured pension scheme with employer contributions 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 | TA'MINI Lebanese bakery| Immediate start we are looking for friendly, reliable and energetic Front of House team members to join our Bakery.We are looking for people who enjoy working in a busy restaurant, communicate well with customers and can work confidently as part of a team. • Typical total hourly pay starts from around £13.00 per hour, • Pay and performance reviewed as you develop within the team We are looking for someone who: • Is reliable and has good availability Is confident communicating with customers in English • Can work quickly and stay organised during busy service, • Has a positive attitude and is willing to learn, • Previous restaurant experience is preferred, • Has the right to work in the UK

Front of House Team Member – Full-Time/Part-Time opportunity available 📍 Meet Quarter – European Steakhouse & Restaurant, UK Are you confident with customers, a strong team player, and ready to join a small, friendly team? Meet Quarter is on the lookout for enthusiastic Front of House staff (waiter/waitress) to help deliver exceptional dining experiences in our bustling European steakhouse. 🔍 What We’re Looking For: • Minimum 1 year (!) of experience in a customer-facing role, • Advanced English speaking and comprehension skills, • A positive, easygoing personality who thrives in a team, • Confident in handling customers with professionalism and warmth, • Right to work in the UK, • Willing to work weekends

WAITER New opening — premium Italian restaurant, Hampton Court We're a hospitality group that has been running restaurants in this area for 20 years. We currently have four sites, and at the end of October we're opening our fifth: a premium Italian restaurant near Hampton Court, seating around 70. We're hiring the full kitchen and front of house team from scratch — every role full time. We're looking for people who want to build something, not just fill a shift. The food is proper Italian cooking with a modern hand: good ingredients, treated properly, served well. The standards are high and we won't pretend otherwise. What we offer back is a company that pays on time, plans ahead, and promotes from within. FREE ACCOMMODATION IS AVAILABLE FOR SOME OF THESE ROLES. START DATE: ASAP, ahead of the opening. You'll be in from the soft opening, setting the place up with us. THE ROLE You'll be working the floor in a 70-cover restaurant, with a team that's being built from scratch. Proper service, done properly: you know your section, you read the room, you don't need chasing. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR — At least two years' restaurant experience in London, ideally somewhere busy — Solid knowledge of table service — Someone who works well in a team, not around it — Good English — you'll need to understand, be understood, and write clearly — Available full time, shifts across all seven days — The right to live and work in the UK These are requirements, not a wish list. If you're missing one of them, this isn't the right role for you. WHAT YOU GET — Contract from day one — Full time position — One free meal every shift — Uniform provided — Two days off a week — Monthly payslip — Service charge and tips shared — 28 days holiday — Paid training, with structured training every three months — Real progression, we have further openings planned — A group that has traded for twenty years, including the hard years — Paid trial shift — The chance to open a restaurant from day one, not join one already running HOURS: Full time, 40 to 48 hours per week, shifts across all seven days

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 Richmond takes everything we love about our delis and places it in the heart of one of London's most charming and green neighbourhoods. A favourite with locals and visitors alike, our Richmond deli is a true community hub and we are now looking for a talented full-time Waiter and a full-time Barista to join our team. Waiter/ Waitress What you’ll do • Welcome and seat guests, ensuring they feel looked after from the moment they arrive., • Take food and drink orders accurately and with genuine knowledge of the menu., • Serve food and beverages with care, attention to detail, and great timing., • Build rapport with guests and respond to their needs proactively., • Maintain the dining room to a high standard throughout service., • Collaborate with kitchen and bar teams to ensure smooth service flow., • Handle guest queries and feedback with professionalism and warmth., • Support the wider front-of-house team and pitch in wherever needed. What we’re looking for • Previous experience as a waiter or in front-of-house hospitality is essential., • A genuine passion for food, drink, and creating great guest experiences., • A warm, confident communicator who thrives in a team environment. Key skills • Excellent knowledge of food and drink service., • Attentive, calm, and professional under pressure., • A genuine love of hospitality and making guests feel welcome., • Strong communication and interpersonal skills., • Well-organised with excellent attention to detail., • Comfortable using relevant IT systems., • Ability to multitask and problem-solve in a fast-paced environment., • Calm under pressure with a solution-focused mindset., • A genuine passion for food, drink, and guest experience and continuous improvement. Barista / Bartender What you’ll do • Prepare and serve exceptional coffee, cocktails, wines, and non-alcoholic beverages., • Work confidently across both coffee and bar functions., • Deliver warm, attentive, and knowledgeable service to every guest., • Maintain bar and coffee equipment to a high standard of cleanliness and performance., • Manage stock for both coffee and bar, minimising waste and supporting ordering., • Ensure compliance with food hygiene, health and safety, and licensing regulations., • Support the wider team in other sections and adapt flexibly to service needs. Key skills • Excellent technical skills across coffee and cocktails., • Flexible and adaptable to different service demands., • An engaging communicator who makes every guest interaction count., • Strong communication and interpersonal skills., • Well-organised with excellent attention to detail., • Comfortable using relevant IT systems., • Ability to multitask and problem-solve in a fast-paced environment., • Calm under pressure with a solution-focused mindset., • A genuine passion for coffee, cocktails, and hospitality and continuous improvement. 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.

We have operated a popular Italian restaurant in South London for over 30 years and have built a strong reputation with the community we serve.We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Restaurant General Manager to oversee the daily operations of our establishment. The ideal candidate must possess a strong background in the hospitality industry, demonstrating exceptional leadership skills and a passion for delivering outstanding customer service. This role requires a hands-on approach to managing staff, ensuring food safety and quality, and maintaining an inviting atmosphere for our guests.Duties • Lead and manage all aspects of restaurant operations, including front-of-house and back-of-house activities., • Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and health standards to maintain a safe dining environment., • Oversee food production processes, ensuring high-quality culinary standards are met consistently., • Develop and implement training programs for staff to enhance their skills in hospitality and customer service., • Manage inventory, ordering supplies as necessary to ensure smooth operations without wastage., • Foster a positive work environment that encourages teamwork and motivates employees to excel in their roles., • Handle customer inquiries and complaints promptly, ensuring satisfaction and loyalty. Skills • Proven leadership abilities with experience in managing restaurant teams effectively., • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage with guests and staff alike., • A solid understanding of hospitality principles and customer service excellence., • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail. If you are passionate about the restaurant industry and possess the skills necessary to lead a successful team, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as our Restaurant General Manager.Job Type: Full-timePay: £50,000-£55,000 per year ( service charge and bonus included )

Babylon 76-78, a vibrant Cafe-Bar-Restaurant, is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Waiting Staff to join our dynamic team. We have opportunities for both part-time and full-time roles. As a key member of our front-of-house team, you will be responsible for providing exceptional service to our guests, ensuring a memorable dining experience. We are looking for individuals who are: • Friendly and approachable, creating a welcoming atmosphere for all., • Hardworking and efficient, thriving in a fast-paced environment., • Passionate about delivering great customer service and exceeding expectations. In return, we offer a supportive work environment and attractive benefits, including: • Free food during shifts, • 30% discount for friends and family, • 28 days paid holiday If you are eager to contribute to a lively cafe-bar-restaurant and possess a strong commitment to service, we would love to hear from you.

• burger restaurant & cocktail bar, • part time - up to 20 hours, • assist in all front of house areas, • must live locally and available work shifts at short notice, • great attitude required!, • ideal for someone living in tooting

Life in the UK Job Agency is looking for experienced self-employed waiters and waitresses for flexible hospitality assignments across London. We are a job agency working with restaurants, hospitality venues and private events. You may receive assignments at different venues depending on your availability and our clients' requirements. Pay: • £13.70 per hour, • Weekly payments, • Tips may be available depending on the venue Responsibilities: • Welcoming and assisting guests, • Taking food and drink orders, • Serving food and beverages, • Clearing and resetting tables, • Preparing tables before service, • Communicating with kitchen and front-of-house teams, • Providing professional and friendly customer service, • Following venue service standards, • Keeping the working area clean and organised, • Helping the team during busy service periods, • Following health, safety and hygiene requirements Requirements: • Previous experience as a waiter/waitress or in hospitality, • Good spoken English, • Professional appearance and attitude, • Reliable and punctual, • Right to work in the UK, • Must be registered as self-employed / sole trader, or currently completing registration, • Able to travel to different venues across London, • Black hospitality uniform may be required for some assignments What we offer: • Flexible shifts, • £13.70 per hour, • Weekly payments, • Assignments at different restaurants and hospitality venues, • Ability to choose whether you accept an available assignment, • Opportunity to work with different venues across London, • Potential tips depending on the venue How it works: Life in the UK Job Agency receives staffing requests from restaurants and hospitality venues. When a suitable assignment becomes available, we contact available workers with the shift details. You can then confirm whether you are available for that assignment. Before receiving assignments, candidates will complete a short telephone interview and provide the required identification and right-to-work information.

Experienced Bartender & Waiting Staff About Riverside Studios Riverside Studios is a multi-arts centre on the River Thames in Hammersmith, presenting contemporary theatre, film, visual arts and television production. Alongside our artistic programme, we offer a vibrant hospitality experience for audiences, visitors and event clients. We are looking for experienced Bartenders and Waiting Staff to join our Food & Beverage team. This is a varied, hands-on role where no two shifts are quite the same. You could be serving drinks before a theatre performance, managing a busy interval, looking after cinema customers, working a private event or providing table service in our restaurant. If you enjoy hospitality, working with people and being part of a busy team, we'd love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks to company standards., • Provide friendly, professional and efficient customer service., • Maintain good product knowledge across drinks and food., • Take orders accurately and confidently using EPOS., • Deliver food and drinks to tables and provide attentive table service., • Keep bars, tables and front-of-house areas clean, organised and fully stocked., • Support pre-show, interval and post-show service during busy performances., • Assist with private events, corporate bookings, cinema screenings and special functions., • Assist with opening and closing procedures and complete relevant checklists., • Restock, rotate stock and minimise wastage and breakages., • Promote offers and confidently upsell food and beverages., • Follow food safety, licensing, Challenge 25, health & safety and company procedures., • Work closely with the kitchen, events and theatre teams to deliver a great guest experience., • Support colleagues across our different F&B outlets as required. What we're looking for Essential: • Previous experience in a bar, restaurant, café or hospitality environment., • Friendly, approachable and customer-focused., • Excellent communication and teamwork skills., • Able to stay calm and efficient in a busy environment., • Reliable, punctual and well organised., • Flexible to work evenings, weekends, bank holidays and theatre performance schedules. Desirable: • Cocktail and/or coffee-making experience., • Previous events, theatre or arts venue experience., • Experience using EPOS systems.

Overview Join our dynamic team as a Restaurant Supervisor and lead the charge in delivering exceptional dining experiences! In this energetic role, you will oversee daily restaurant operations, ensure top-notch food quality, and motivate your team to excel. Your leadership will create a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where both guests and staff feel valued and inspired. This position offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your culinary expertise, hospitality skills, and supervisory experience in a fast-paced environment dedicated to excellence. Duties • Supervise daily restaurant activities, ensuring smooth service flow and high standards of food safety and cleanliness, • Lead and motivate a diverse team of servers, cooks, bartenders, and kitchen staff to deliver outstanding customer service, • Oversee food preparation and cooking processes to maintain quality and consistency across all dishes, • Manage bar operations, including bartending duties, drink service, and inventory control, • Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and sanitation standards at all times, • Assist in training new team members on food production, serving protocols, and hospitality best practices, • Handle guest inquiries, resolve issues promptly, and foster a positive dining environment Skills • Proven supervising experience in a restaurant or hospitality setting with strong team management skills, • Extensive knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and culinary practices, • Ability to perform bartending duties confidently while maintaining excellent customer service, • Familiarity with food safety standards and food production processes, • Excellent leadership qualities with the ability to motivate and develop staff, • Strong communication skills to coordinate between kitchen, bar, and front-of-house teams, • Experience with hospitality operations in hotel or restaurant environments is a plus, • Knowledge of serving techniques, hospitality principles, and barista experience is advantageous Embark on a rewarding journey where your leadership transforms everyday dining into memorable experiences. We’re committed to fostering a lively workplace that values your skills and passion for hospitality!Pay: £15.00-£18.00 per hourExpected hours: 35.0 – 55.0 per weekBenefits: • Company pension, • Discounted or free food, • Employee discount Work Location: In person

• Burger Restaurant & Cocktail Bar, • Part Time, • Assist in areas BOH and sometimes FOH, • Must live locally and available work shifts at short notice, • Great Attitude Required!, • IDEAL FOR SOMEONE LIVING NEAR TOOTING, MITCHAM...

We are seeking a enthusiastic and proactive Assistant Manager to join our Warm Rosette Pub in Barnes! We’re a community-focused pub in Barnes, with a strong reputation for great food, drinks and service. Alongside our everyday pub trade, we host a wide range of events, from birthdays and private parties to weddings, celebrations and larger gatherings. We’re looking for someone who is confident leading a team, passionate about hospitality and understands what it takes to run a successful pub. Working closely with the General Manager, you’ll play an important role in the day to day running of The Crossing. You’ll be a hands-on leader who is equally comfortable managing a busy Friday night, overseeing a private celebration or making sure the cellar is running perfectly. You’ll help ensure that our guests receive consistently excellent service while supporting the team and maintaining the high standards we expect across the pub. Key responsibilities • Supporting the General Manager with the day-to-day operation of the pub, • Leading and motivating the team during busy services, • Maintaining consistently high standards of service, presentation and hospitality, • Taking responsibility for the pub in the absence of the General Manager, • Managing and maintaining the cellar, gas, • Managing stock levels, deliveries and stock rotation, • Supporting ordering and reducing waste and unnecessary stock loss, • Ensuring licensing, health & safety and company procedures are followed, • Training and developing team members, • Dealing confidently and professionally with guest feedback and complaints, • Helping maintain excellent relationships with regular customers and the local community Events are an important part of The Crossing, so experience in private hire and event management is highly desirable. This will include: • Liaising with guests and helping understand their event requirements, • Helping plan and organise events from enquiry through to completion, • Coordinating with the kitchen and front-of-house teams, • Ensuring event spaces are prepared and presented to a high standard, • Managing timings, menus, drinks packages and special requests, • Providing a warm, professional and personal service to hosts and their guests, • Helping generate repeat business and positive recommendations We’re looking for someone who: • Has previous experience in a supervisory or management role within a pub, bar, restaurant or similar hospitality environment, • Is confident and experienced with cellar management, • Has a genuine interest in beer, drinks and hospitality, • Has experience working with private events, functions or celebrations, • Is confident leading a team and taking responsibility, • Has excellent attention to detail and high standards, • Is calm and organised under pressure, • Has excellent communication and customer service skills, • Is commercially aware and understands the importance of sales, GP, stock control and reducing waste, • Is friendly, approachable and enjoys getting to know customers, • Is willing to be hands-on and lead by example, • Has a positive attitude and takes pride in the venue they work in What we offer • A key management position within a well-established Barnes pub, • Great shift patterns, this is not a late pub, • A friendly and supportive working environment, • The opportunity to take ownership and make a real impact, • Festive bonuses, • Staff benefits and discounts This is a role for someone who genuinely enjoys pub life — someone who can confidently run a busy service, look after a cellar, lead a team and make sure a wedding, birthday or celebration is an event guests will remember. If you’re passionate about hospitality, take pride in high standards and want to be part of a busy, ambitious pub in the heart of Barnes, we’d love to hear from you.