Drinks Runner

The Ivy Collection; London, Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious hospitality group as a Drinks Runner, where you will gain invaluable experience in a fast-paced and high-standard environment. This entry-level position offers top-class training, excellent staff meals, and generous discounts across all Ivy Collection restaurants. You will assist in serving food and beverages, ensuring a seamless dining experience for guests, while also enjoying a great work-life balance and opportunities for socialization. This role is perfect for passionate individuals eager to start a rewarding career in the hospitality industry.

Benefits

Top-class training

Excellent staff meals

Generous staff discount

Free uniform

Cycle-to-work scheme

Savings on gym memberships

Savings on cinema tickets

Reward programs

Work-life balance

External support services

Qualifications

• Entry-level position providing insight into the hospitality industry.
• Experience in a fast-paced environment is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist waiters in serving food and beverages to guests.
• Help set up the restaurant for service and support chefs.

Skills

Customer Service

Teamwork

Communication

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

We're looking for a Drinks Runner to join our front of house team at The Ivy High Street Kensington

A Runner is an entry-level position that provides valuable insight and experience into the hospitality industry. The pace is fast, and the standards are high. If you are passionate and a quick learner, this role can be the start of a great career.

Responsibilities:

1. Assist waiters in serving food and beverages to guests.
2. Carry food to guests, ensuring the area is cleared afterward.
3. Help set up the restaurant for service.
4. Support the chefs to ensure they are prepared for service.

What’s in it for you?

Besides adding one of the world’s most prestigious names to your CV, you will receive:

• Top-class training before and during the job, with opportunities to progress.
• Excellent staff meals served as they are to guests.
• A generous staff discount at all Ivy Collection restaurants nationwide.
• Benefits including free uniform, cycle to work scheme, and savings on gym memberships and cinema tickets.
• Reward programs recognizing employee longevity and promotion.
• A great work-life balance and social opportunities outside work.
• External support through Hospitality in Action, offering legal, financial, and personal advice.

Who are we?

All Ivy Collection restaurants aim to deliver the memorable experience associated with The Ivy’s style, extending our celebrated West Street venue's magic to handpicked locations across London, the UK, and Ireland.

Open seven days a week with all-day dining—from breakfast to dinner, including lunch, brunch, and afternoon tea—everyone can enjoy a taste of The Ivy’s glamour, whatever the occasion.

Additional Information:

• Experience: Required
• Languages: English – Advanced
• Employment: Full-time
• Benefits: + TRONC

About The Ivy Collection: The Ivy Kensington brasserie offers relaxed, sophisticated all-day dining.