Bar Waiter

MAD Restaurants Group Enterpise; Greater London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading restaurant group in London is seeking a passionate Bar Waiter to provide outstanding cocktail and wine service. In this role, you will create memorable experiences while working in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is outgoing, with strong communication skills and prior experience in high-end bars. Enjoy perks like staff discounts, extra holidays, and wellness initiatives as part of a supportive team culture. Be part of something extraordinary at our innovative dining space in Soho.

Benefits

50% staff dining discount

Extra holidays

Cycle to work scheme

Fantastic supplier trips

Referral bonus

Wellness and healthcare perks

Meals provided on shift

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a busy, high-end cocktail bar or similar setting.
• Ability to represent our bar & restaurant with pride and professionalism.
• Flexibility to respond to various work situations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional cocktail, wine & bar service.
• Create memorable experiences for guests in the cocktail bar.
• Maintain deep knowledge of the menu, including ingredients and preparation methods.

Skills

Passion for hospitality

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to multitask

Knowledge of cocktails and Japanese culture

Job description

Join the MOI Team – Bar Waiter Position – Up to £16 + per hour (Depending on experience)

MOI is an inventive fusion of Japanese flavours with a modern, elevated twist coming the heart of Soho’s iconic Wardour street. Led by the Executive Chef Andy Cook, the kitchen embraces Japanese cuisine as a canvas, highlighting peak-season ingredients and global influences to create dishes that are both complex and inviting.

As a Bar Waiter at MOI, you’ll be responsible for:

Delivering exceptional cocktail, wine & bar service while creating memorable experiences for our guests in our cocktail bar and listening room at MOI.

Perks & Benefits:

• 50% staff dining discount across MOI, ALTA & DOMU
• Extra holidays, kicks in after 2 years in the company, 1 day of holiday extra for each year completed. Up to 33 days max!
• Cycle to work scheme, save on a new bike or Lime / Forest bike subscription
• Fantastic Supplier trips & training
• Referral Bonus, Hourly staff referral - £250, Salaried staff - £500
• Wellness, mental health, and healthcare perks
• Delicious meals provided on shift
• Opportunities for growth and professional development within an expanding restaurant group

What we look for:

• A passion for hospitality and delivering outstanding guest experiences
• A natural outgoing hospitality professional who loves to interact with people
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a high-energy, fast-paced environment
• Prior experience in a busy, high-end cocktail bar or similar setting
• Ability to represent our bar & restaurant with pride and professionalism.
• Flexibility to respond to a variety of different work situations
• Approachable, reliable, enthusiastic, and a true supportive team player across all departments, including kitchen and bar staff, to ensure smooth operations
• An appreciation & knowledge of cocktails, Japanese cuisine and culture is a plus, but not essential
• Ambassador of our brand through exceptional food and wine knowledge, and a genuine enthusiasm to share this with our guests. Maintain a deep knowledge of the menu, including ingredients, preparation methods.

About MOI:

MOI is setting the stage for a new wave of culinary excellence in London’s dynamic food scene. Named with a nod to Soho’s vibrant culture, MOI, literally translated as a ‘bowl’, presents a Neo-Japanese dining experience in a relaxed, stylish space where guests can savour the atmosphere as much as the food for patrons to see and be seen.

Be part of something extraordinary, Apply now!

MOI is part of MAD Restaurants Group, where we celebrate the differences within our team, believing they enrich the culture and character of our restaurants. Our goal is to foster an inclusive environment—embracing all ages, genders, identities, races, sexual orientations, and ethnicities—where everyone feels welcome, no matter their background.