Barback

The Columbo Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Venue discount

Event access

Columbo Academy

Paid weekend off

Drinks voucher

Referral scheme

Job summary

The Blues Kitchen, part of The Columbo Group, is hiring a Host in London. You will greet guests with warmth, manage bookings and walk-ins, and set the pace from the door to ensure smooth service. This role offers a launchpad in hospitality and a path to growth within a bustling team.

We offer competitive pay from £12.75 per hour plus tronco, with potential to rise to £15.50 per hour, plus perks like venue discounts, access to events, training via the Columbo Academy, and a paid weekend off.

Qualifications

• A natural host who enjoys looking after people.
• Strong organisation and attention to detail.
• Confidence in a busy, fast-moving environment.
• Clear communication and a calm approach under pressure.
• Willingness to learn, grow and develop in hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests with warmth, confidence and genuine care.
• Manage bookings and walk-ins with calm organisation.
• Set the pace and flow of the restaurant from the door.
• Communicate clearly with the floor team to support smooth service.
• Create a strong first and last impression for every guest.

Skills

Warm hospitality

Guest care

Organisation

Clear communication

Calm under pressure

Job description

We’re the people behind some of the most loved, most iconic venues in the UK.

Independent, culturally dialled in, and rooted in real hospitality.

We build places with personality. Places people come back to.

We curate with purpose, from the records on the decks to the wine list, from the food on the pass to the feeling in the room. Nothing is random. Everything has intent. We take risks with vision, build properly and put authenticity over trends. We champion the craft. And we back the people who help us do it.

We’re looking for people who are ambitious, switched on and serious about great experiences. People who care. Who notice the details. Who want to shape something meaningful and understand that it takes energy and ownership to get there. If you want to be part of something where your work matters and you can grow, you’ll feel at home here.

We’re looking for a Host to join the team at The Blues Kitchen.

The Blues Kitchen brings together delicious food, world class music and an incredible drinks menu, all under one roof. It’s built on great hospitality. Thoughtful service, proper food, and a space that feels welcoming from the moment you walk in. We focus on the details that matter, how guests are greeted, how the room flows, and how every visit feels easy, considered and worth coming back for.

As a Host, you set the tone. You’re the first impression of everything we stand for. This is a great role for someone who wants to build a career in hospitality and learn how we curate incredible guest experiences.

What You’ll Do

• Welcome guests with warmth, confidence and genuine care
• Manage bookings and walk-ins with calm organisation
• Set the pace and flow of the restaurant from the door
• Communicate clearly with the floor team to support smooth service
• Create a strong first and last impression for every guest

What We’re Looking For

• A natural host who enjoys looking after people
• Strong organisation and attention to detail
• Confidence in a busy, fast-moving environment
• Clear communication and a calm approach under pressure
• Someone who wants to learn, grow and develop in hospitality

What to Expect

• Competitive pay: £12.75 per hour plus tronc total package usually between £12.75 to £15.50 per hour. Hourly wages paid every two weeks on a Friday and tronc paid on the last Friday of the month.
• A high energy working environment with busy services and a strong team around you.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• 50% off across all Columbo venues, plus free access to our events and festivals.
• Training and development through the Columbo Academy.
• Hero of the Month recognition, including a paid weekend off.
• £50 voucher for top drinks seller incentives.
• Generous Referral Scheme.
• Opportunities for global industry trips for top performers.

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