Host

Plaza Khao Gaeng; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% dining discount across JKS

CODE App membership

Gym membership discount

GP & prescription services

Counselling sessions

Employee assistance program

Financial planning resources

Wagestream access

Charitable donations

Job summary

Legado in Shoreditch is seeking an experienced Receptionist to ensure a welcoming first impression and an exceptional guest experience from start to finish.

You will greet guests, manage reservations and walk-ins with Michelin Star standards, and respond to face-to-face, telephone and email queries in a professional, friendly manner.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Host/Receptionist in a quality restaurant.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests in a professional, friendly manner and build rapport.
• Manage reservations and walk-ins to maximise covers during service.
• Handle face-to-face, telephone and email queries politely and diplomatically.

Skills

Host/Receptionist experience

Job description

Experience - Previous experience as a Host/Receptionist within a quality restaurant

Legado are seeking a Host to join their team. The successful candidate will be friendly, personable and passionate about all things food and drink. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Host looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group.

The Location

Legado opened its doors in August 2025 in the heart of Shoreditch, with a clear purpose: to celebrate the breadth and depth of Spain’s regional cooking. A sister restaurant to Sabor, Legado builds on that foundation while carving out its own identity - exploring lesser-known dishes and traditions from across Spain, guided by seasonality, whole-animal butchery and a deep respect for craft and provenance. From the Taberna - Legado’s tapas and pintxos bar - to the main dining room, the restaurant is defined by thoughtful cooking, precise technique and warm, considered hospitality.

Founded by Chef Nieves Barragán Mohacho, Legado reflects a lifetime of experience rooted in Spanish culinary heritage. Nieves’ cooking is shaped by memory, travel and a commitment to honouring the stories of each region. Just seven months after opening, Legado was awarded a Michelin Star - a testament to the dedication, talent and collective ambition of the team

The Position

We're looking for an experienced Receptionist to ensure a welcoming and engaging first impression, and an exceptional guest experience. You will be delivering Michelin Star standards and ensuring a seamless journey for our guests from start to finish.

If you have experience in the following, then we want to hear from you:

• Welcoming and interacting with our guests in a professional and friendly manner, building rapport to encourage their repeat custom;
• Effectively managing reservations and walk-ins to maximise covers during service;
• Handling face to face, telephone and email queries in a polite, professional and diplomatic manner.

Dining & Hospitality

• Up to 50% off dining across JKS restaurants
• CODE App membership - Discount at some of the UK's best restaurants
• Discounted gym membership with up to 25% off at 4,000+ venues across the UK
• 24/7 GP & prescription services for peace of mind healthcare
• 8 free counselling sessions to support your mental wellbeing
• Employee Assistance Program providing confidential support when you need it
• Health, legal, money and debt support services available

Entertainment

• Up to 55% off cinema tickets
• Up to 25% off UK attractions (London Eye, Thorpe Park, SEA LIFE, and more)
• Up to 15% cashback at 70+ major retailers across the UK
• Wagestream - stream a portion of your pay earlier when you need it
• Access to financial advice to help with your financial planning
• Company donations for your involvement with charities

Special Occasions & Recognition

• Wedding gift & newborn care package - celebrating your big occasions
• Staff parties & long service awards recognising your commitment
• Employee referral scheme - earn up to £600 per referral

The Group

JKS Restaurants was founded by siblings Jyotin, Karam, and Sunaina Sethi in November 2008. Since its inception, the group has received critical acclaim and industry recognition, including 7 Michelin stars, 4 Michelin Bib Gourmands, a restaurant ranked among the World’s 100 Best Restaurants, and a spot in the Sunday Times Best 100 Places to Work 2024.

The JKS portfolio currently features Michelin-starred restaurants such as Trishna, Gymkhana, Kitchen Table, Sabor, and Lyle’s, along with cult favourites Hoppers, BAO, Brigadiers, Berenjak, Plaza Khao Gaeng, Speedboat Bar, Bibi, and Ambassadors Clubhouse. Pubs include The Cadogan Arms, The George and The Hound.

JKS Restaurants offers a unique opportunity to pursue a career in fine dining or to develop within trend-focused casual cuisine, with opportunities across all disciplines for those looking to advance their careers within a people-focused, collaborative hospitality group.