Head Waiter

Surety Hospitality; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 48,000; 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

Health cash plan

Life Assurance

Artfarm-wide discounts

Discounts on room bookings

Discounts on food & beverage

Product discounts

High street discounts

Socials and team events

Career development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced pension scheme

Job summary

Mount St Restaurant in Mayfair is seeking an experienced Head Waiter to lead front-of-house in our fine dining setting. You will ensure seamless service, personalise guest experiences and support the team to uphold the highest hospitality standards.

This role offers 40 hours per week with a competitive salary up to £48,000 per annum plus a service charge, along with industry-leading benefits, 30 days holiday, staff meals, and generous discounts across our properties.

Responsibilities

• Lead front-of-house service as Head Waiter in a fine dining environment.
• Ensure seamless service and personalised guest experiences while supporting the wider team.

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 experience for 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 career development and learning opportunities tailored around your individual aspirations and goals
• Employee Assistance Programme with Hospitality Action
• Enhanced pension 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.