Commis Waiter/waitress - London

The Roof Gardens; Camden Town; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier hospitality venue in Camden Town is seeking a confident and charismatic Commis Waiter/Waitress to join their vibrant front of house team. Responsibilities include greeting guests, maintaining presentation standards, and supporting the dining experience. The ideal candidate will thrive in a luxury service environment and must be flexible with working hours. Generous benefits and opportunities for growth are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary above market rate

30 days holiday, increasing with service

Free meal during shifts

Late night taxi allowance

Enhanced pension scheme

Generous 'Refer a Friend' scheme

Team socials

Uniform provided

Access to financial well-being support

24/7 confidential well-being support

Breakout spaces with showers

One fully paid day for volunteering

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Commis Waiter/Waitress or in a luxury hospitality role.
• Ability to create a strong first impression.
• Flexible availability for various shifts, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Greet members and guests warmly and professionally.
• Support senior team members in preparing dining areas.
• Contribute as a team player during service.
• Maintain impeccable presentation at all times.
• Collaborate closely with kitchen staff for order delivery.

Skills

Customer service

Team player

Knowledge of menu

Professional demeanor

Job description

Overview

We\'re seeking a confident and charismatic Commis Waiter/Waitress to join the vibrant front of house team at The Roof Gardens. As a warm and professional presence, you\'ll become a familiar face to our members, ensuring their experience is seamless, welcoming, and memorable from beginning to end.

The Roof Gardens is a social club in the sky, 100 feet above the streets of Kensington. Close to an acre of private gardens with views across London to the horizon, The Roof Gardens is a new generation members club.

Responsibilities

• Prior experience working as a Commis Waiter/Waitress or in a customer facing role in the luxury hospitality market
• Greet members and guests warmly and professionally, creating a strong first impression
• Support senior team members in preparing dining areas, maintaining impeccable presentation at all times
• Actively contribute as a team player during service to ensure smooth operations
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of the menu and deliver food service with professionalism and confidence
• Collaborate closely with the kitchen to ensure clear communication and prompt order delivery
• Flexibility to work varying shifts, including evenings and weekends

Benefits

• Competitive salary above market rate
• 30 days holiday, plus an extra 'celebrate you day' (increasing up to 33 days with each year of continuous service)
• A free meal during your shift
• Late night taxi allowance for safe travel
• Enhanced pension scheme with employer contributions
• Generous 'Refer a Friend' scheme
• Team socials to celebrate our successes
• Uniform and dry cleaning provided
• Access to Wagestream for financial well-being support
• 24/7 confidential well-being and mental health support
• Growth opportunities, both personally and professionally
• Breakout spaces with showers, secure storage, and areas to relax with colleagues
• One fully paid day each year for volunteering

We are a community united by attitude, curiosity and optimism, not defined by background. We celebrate individuality and free expression. It doesn\'t matter where you have come from, it\'s where you are going. The Roof Gardens is a welcoming place of acceptance where growth is nurtured, experiences are shared, stories are exchanged and ideas are born.