Commis Waiter or Waitress - London

The Arts Club Ltd; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious private members' club in London is seeking dedicated service staff to assist in delivering exceptional dining experiences. The role includes preparing tables, serving food and beverages, and maintaining service areas. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills and a commitment to high service standards, contributing to the club's renowned atmosphere and community engagement. The position offers numerous benefits, including private medical coverage, discounts, and opportunities for growth within a vibrant environment.

Benefits

Private medical benefits via Medicash

Discounts in over 800 retail outlets

Discounts on food & beverage

Life assurance

Long Service Awards

Learning and development programmes

Uniform laundry service

Complimentary meals while on shift

Birthday Day Off

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy restaurant environment is preferred.
• Ability to uphold high service standards.
• Understanding of safety and hygiene regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Restaurant and Waiter teams during service.
• Prepare and maintain tables for guests.
• Deliver food and beverages accurately to guests.
• Anticipate and respond to guest needs.
• Maintain cleanliness of service areas.
• Liaise with kitchen and front-of-house colleagues.
• Support senior team members.

Skills

Attention to detail

Service orientation

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Hygiene knowledge

Job description

Responsibilities

• Support the seamless delivery of service by assisting the Restaurant and Waiter teams throughout service periods.
• Prepare and maintain tables, ensuring impeccable presentation and readiness for each guest.
• Deliver food and beverages efficiently, upholding the highest standards of accuracy, presentation, and guest care.
• Anticipate guest needs and provide attentive, discreet, and professional service at all times.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organisation of service areas, stations, and back-of-house spaces in line with hygiene and safety standards.
• Liaise effectively with kitchen and front-of-house colleagues to ensure smooth communication and timely service.
• Assist with mise en place and preparation tasks to support readiness for each service.
• Uphold brand and service standards, consistently reflecting the values and excellence.
• Support senior team members and contribute to a positive, professional, and collaborative working atmosphere.

Benefits

• Private medical benefits via Medicash
• Discount in over 800 retail outlets via Reward Gateway
• Discounts on food & beverage in our restaurants and sister businesses
• Discounts with Lanserhof at The Arts Club (Private Wellness Club and Clinic)
• Life assurance
• Long Service Awards
• An exciting range of learning and development programmes
• Uniform laundry service
• Opportunities for promotion and continual progression
• Complimentary meals while on shift
• Birthday Day Off
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Wellness Support

Located in the heart of Mayfair, The Arts Club is one of London's oldest private members' clubs and home to a community of members with a passion for the creative arts, literature, and business. From distinguished art exhibitions to fine dining, live music, and an exceptional programme of events for members, the club remains at the heart of contemporary cultural life in London.

Eligibility: In line with the requirements of the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must either be eligible to live and work in the UK or must obtain permits to work in the UK prior to application. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.