Head Waiter

Sanremo The Italian Restaurant Ltd - New; Bath; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay + tips

Birthday off to celebrate your day

Milestone celebrations

Generous staff dining discounts

Refer-a-friend bonus

Personal development opportunities

Job summary

Sanremo Bath is seeking a Head Waiter to join our team in Bath. This full-time role offers up to £16 per hour based on experience, with vibrant front-of-house duties and leadership opportunities in a fine-dining/brasserie setting.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of supervisory experience and a passion for hospitality, service excellence, and staff development. Expect a warm, empowering culture with growth through bespoke training and staff benefits.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 1 year of supervisory experience in a dynamic front-of-house environment, preferably in fine dining or brasserie-style service.
• A natural flair for hospitality and professionalism — you're confident, agile under pressure, and elevate every guest interaction.
• A dedication to team development — you lead with energy, care, and encourage your team’s growth.
• A passion for delivering service excellence with warmth and authenticity.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example: manage a service section during peak periods, coordinate smooth order flow, and ensure seamless guest billing.
• Mentor and inspire Commis Waiters, fostering a supportive, collaborative, and safety-conscious team environment.
• Deliver polished, personable service that reflects Sanremo’s ethos of friendly sophistication.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Hospitality professionalism

Team leadership

Service excellence

Job description

Head Waiter –

Full Time: 5 day per week - Up to £16ph depending on experience

Welcome to Sanremo Bath, where Italian elegance meets Bath’s timeless charm. Nestled in the heart of this historic city, our vibrant restaurant offers extraordinary food, impeccable service, and unforgettable moments. We’re looking for a Head Waiter with personality, passion, and flair to become an essential part of our story.

What You'll Bring

• A minimum of 1 year of supervisory experience in a dynamic front-of-house environment, preferably in fine dining or brasserie-style service.

• A natural flair for hospitality and professionalism — you're confident, agile under pressure, and elevate every guest interaction.

• A dedication to team development — you lead with energy, care, and encourage your team’s growth.

• A passion for delivering service excellence with warmth and authenticity.

What You'll Do

• Lead by example: manage a service section during peak periods, coordinate smooth order flow, and ensure seamless guest billing.

• Mentor and inspire Commis Waiters, fostering a supportive, collaborative, and safety-conscious team environment.

• Deliver polished, personable service that reflects Sanremo’s ethos of friendly sophistication.

Rewards & Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay + tips (Tronc system)—fair, transparent, and rewarding.

• Birthday off to celebrate your day — because it's yours.

• Milestone celebrations: enjoy dining vouchers after career anniversaries with us.

• Generous staff dining discounts when you dine with friends.

• Refer-a-friend bonus for helping us grow our Sanremo family.

• Access to personal development opportunities—building your career in hospitality, guided by bespoke training.

Compensation: Competitive salary