Head Server

The Columbo Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% off across Columbo venues

Free access to events and festivals

Columbo Academy training and dev

Hero of the Month recognition with a 1

Nest pension scheme

Job summary

The Blues Kitchen in London is seeking a Head Server to lead the floor and deliver an outstanding guest experience through leadership, service excellence, and a welcoming, consistent atmosphere.

You will train and support the team, maintain high standards of presentation, handle guest queries confidently, and collaborate with managers to create smooth shifts and opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a server in a restaurant.
• Ability to guide and support team members.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork.
• Aspiration to progress into management.

Responsibilities

• Lead a section and support the wider team.
• Train and develop junior team members.
• Maintain high standards across service and presentation.
• Support managers in delivering well-organised shifts and guest queries.
• Set the tone on the floor through energy and example.

Skills

Server experience

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Communication

Management potential

Job description

We’re looking for a Head Server to help lead the floor 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 and consistent throughout. We focus on the details that matter, how teams work together, how guests are looked after, and how every visit is considered and worth coming back for.

As a Head Server, you support the management team in delivering a strong guest experience. You lead by example on the floor, support the team, and help maintain high standards throughout. This is a great role for someone ready to step towards management and deepen their understanding of how we curate incredible guest experiences.

What You’ll Do

• Lead a section and support the wider team
• Help train and develop junior team members
• Maintain high standards across service and presentation
• Support managers in delivering well-organised shiftsHandle guest queries confidently and professionally
• Set the tone on the floor through energy and example

What We’re Looking For

• Strong experience as a Server in a restaurant environment
• Confidence supporting and guiding other team members
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong communication and teamwork
• Someone who wants to progress into management

What To Expect

• Competitive pay: £12.75 per hour plus tronc total package usually between £12.75 to £16.50 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 a strong team around you.
• Clear opportunities to step into supervisory roles as you develop.

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.
• Pension scheme via Nest.