Front-of-House Host — New Mayfair Restaurant

74 Duke; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A new restaurant in Mayfair is seeking a warm and charismatic host/hostess to join the front-of-house team. This role involves greeting guests, managing reservations, and ensuring a smooth dining experience. Ideal candidates will have previous hospitality experience, excellent organisational and communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. The establishment offers competitive pay, professional development opportunities, and generous employee discounts, creating a supportive and dynamic workplace.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay with service charge and tips

Professional development opportunities

50% employee discount across venues

Complimentary meals on shift

Enhanced benefits including sick pay and holiday pay

Qualifications

• Friendly, professional, and welcoming attitude with strong customer service skills.
• Previous experience as a host, receptionist, or in a front-of-house hospitality role is preferred.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills to manage reservations and guest flow.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome guests warmly, ensuring a positive first impression.
• Manage reservations and walk-ins efficiently to optimise seating and service flow.
• Coordinate with the floor team to ensure smooth table turnover and minimise wait times.

Skills

Customer service skills

Strong organisational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Job description

A new restaurant in Mayfair is seeking a warm and charismatic host/hostess to join the front-of-house team. This role involves greeting guests, managing reservations, and ensuring a smooth dining experience. Ideal candidates will have previous hospitality experience, excellent organisational and communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. The establishment offers competitive pay, professional development opportunities, and generous employee discounts, creating a supportive and dynamic workplace.