Head Waiter

Mount St Restaurant - Front of House; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days holiday inc. bank holidays

Nutritious food and drinks whilst on?

Free annual guest experience for you &

Enhanced family-friendly policies, 12+

Health cash plan

Life Assurance

Discounts across our properties

High street discounts

Social events

Career development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced pension

Job summary

Mount St Restaurant in Mayfair is seeking an experienced Head Waiter to lead our front-of-house service. You will oversee service flow, elevate guest experiences, and mentor the team to uphold the highest standards of hospitality.

The role offers 40-hour weeks with excellent benefits, including generous holiday, health plan, life cover, and staff discounts across Artfarm properties.

Responsibilities

• Oversee front-of-house service to ensure seamless guest experiences.
• Lead and motivate the dining team to deliver exceptional hospitality.
• Support the GM in maintaining the highest standards of service and guest satisfaction.

Job description

Head Waiter - Mayfair

- Incredible Industry Leading Benefits: detailed below
- 40 hours a week
- Up to £48,000.00 per annum (£16.45 per hour plus service charge)

Ready for a new challenge?

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Head Waiter to join our front-of-house team. This is an exciting opportunity for a hospitality professional who thrives in a fast-paced, fine dining restaurant environment and takes pride in delivering exceptional guest experiences.

As a Head Waiter, you will play a key role in ensuring seamless service, creating memorable and personalised guest experiences, and supporting the wider team to deliver the highest standards of hospitality every day.

What's in it for you?

• 30 days holiday inc. bank holidays
• Nutritious food and drinks whilst on shift
• Free annual guest experiencefor you and a plus one at Mount St Restaurant
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including 12 weeks full pay Maternity leave and 2 weeks full pay Paternity leave. These moments matter!
• Health cash plan– a health benefit which allows you to claim back your everyday medical expenses like Dentists and Prescriptions
• Life Assurance
• Generous Artfarm-wide discounts including;
  Up to 50% off room booking at The Fife Arms
  Up to 25% off food and beverage across our properties in Somerset, Scottish Highlands, Los Angeles and London
  Up to 30% off our fabulous retail products
• High street discounts off 1000’s retailers through MyArtfarm site and app
• Amazing socials led by local social committees – bowling, 10k runs or just a cold pint in the pub – there’s something for everyone
• A unique approach to careerdevelopment and learning opportunities tailored around your individual aspirations and goals
• Employee Assistance Programme with Hospitality Action
• Enhancedpension scheme to help you save into your piggy bank for the future!

About Mount St Restaurant and The Audley Public House

Situated in the elegant Victorian building on the corner of Mayfair’s Mount Street and South Audley Street, The Audley offers guests three distinct experiences: The Audley Public House, a traditional London pub on street level, Mount St. Restaurant, a modern London restaurant on the first floor; and three floors housing four beautifully designed spaces, each with its own story and available for private hire.
Mount St. Restaurant is led by Executive Chef Jamie Shears (formerly of 45 Jermyn St. and The CUT at 45 Park Lane), who brings a creative approach to a menu inspired by the culinary traditions of London. Working with trusted farmers, growers and foragers – including from our own Somerset farm – we focus on fresh, seasonal produce and a commitment to sustainability.
Food is also prepared for The Audley Public House – a place for a pint and a pie, classic bar snacks, draught beers, and a proper Sunday roast. Our menu is simple, seasonal, and proudly British, using top-quality ingredients including beef and lamb from our Somerset farm.
Art is at the heart of Mount St. Restaurant, with over 200 pieces of art featuring throughout the dining space and rooms – including works by Andy Warhol, Henri Matisse, Lucian Freud, Philip Guston, Peter Fischli and David Weiss, as well as site‑specific commissions by Hauser & Wirth artists.

About Artfarm

Artfarm is an independent international hospitality company where art, culture, and exceptional hospitality come together to create unforgettable destinations. Founded by Iwan and Manuela Wirth, every Artfarm destination is thoughtfully designed to celebrate the unique character and local culture of its location.

Today, Artfarm's award‑winning portfolio spans some of the world's most distinctive destinations, including The Audley Public House and Mount St. Restaurant in London; Fife Arms Hotel in Braemar and Fish Shop in Ballater, Scotland; Farm Shop and Da Costa in Somerset; Cantina in Menorca; Chesa Marchetta in Sils Maria, Switzerland; Manuela in New York and Los Angeles; and Fish Shop Bar & Restaurant in Washington, D.C.

Artfarm is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. We believe that diversity and inclusion in our team is critical to our success, so we seek to recruit, develop, and retain talent from a diverse candidate pool. Sustainability is at the heart of Artfarm and every one of the team has a role to play in protecting our planet.

What are you waiting for? Join the team now! We can’t wait to hear from you.