Host

5 Hertford Street; Greater London; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday including bank

GymFlex discounted gym membership

Well-being days with Masseuse/Reflex.

Private medical + dental (BUPA)

Employee Assistance Programme

Online retail discounts

Workplace nursery scheme

Cycle to Work

Eyecare & glasses vouchers

Refer a friend bonus £1,000

Freshly prepared meals on duty

Job summary

RB Holdings, a growing hospitality group, operates a private members’ club and dining venues in London, including 5 Hertford Street. We are seeking a Host for the Upper Floor Restaurant team on a fixed-term maternity cover basis, offering a warm welcome, expert reservations management, and personalised guest service.

The role requires excellent communication, a professional demeanor, and the ability to work on a rota across 11:00am–1:00am, Monday to Saturday.

Qualifications

• Experience in a luxury hotel, restaurant or private members club is advantageous.
• Organised, professional with excellent people skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to work on own initiative.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of SevenRooms is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a warm and professional welcome, creating an exceptional experience for members and guests from arrival through to departure.
• Manage restaurant reservations efficiently, maximising covers and supporting revenue targets.
• Take food and beverage orders accurately while providing knowledgeable recommendations on menus and service styles.
• Maintain detailed guest profiles and preferences, ensuring a personalised and seamless dining experience.

Skills

Guest service

Reservation management

Communication

Attention to detail

Own initiative

Tools

SevenRooms

Job description

RB Holdings is a growing hospitality group shaping some of the most distinctive private members’ clubs and food businesses in London and New York. Founded by Robin Birley, our businesses are built on discretion, craftsmanship, and deeply personal service - delivered by teams who take pride in doing things properly.

Our London portfolio includes 5 Hertford Street, Oswald’s, and Birley Bakery and Chocolate Shop in Chelsea. In 2025, we expanded internationally with the opening of Maxime’s, alongside a new Birley Bakery in New York City.

• This is a fixed-term maternity cover opportunity, ideal for someone looking to join a fast-paced and professional hospitality environment.

We are currently seeking a Host to join our Upper Floor Restaurant team at 5 Hertford Street.

Why work with us as a Host?

• Salary of £36,724,00 per annum + discretionary service
• 33 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• Discounted gym membership with GymFlex.
• Monthly well-being days with our in-house Masseuse, Reflexologist, and Chiropodist.
• Private medical + dental insurance with BUPA.
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Online retail discounts
• Workplace nursery scheme.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Eyecare & glasses vouchers.
• Recommend a friend bonus of £1,000.
• Freshly prepared meals whilst on duty.
• And more!

Working Hours

• Shifts are between Monday - Saturday
• Shift times vary on a rota basis and can fall between 11:00am and 1:00am.
• The club is closed on Sundays, Bank Holidays and throughout Christmas each year.
• This is a fixed term, maternity cover role

What You Will Do

• Deliver a warm and professional welcome, creating an exceptional experience for members and guests from arrival through to departure.
• Manage restaurant reservations efficiently, maximising covers and supporting revenue targets.
• Take food and beverage orders accurately while providing knowledgeable recommendations on menus and service styles.
• Maintain detailed guest profiles and preferences, ensuring a personalised and seamless dining experience.

What are we looking for?

• Experience of working in a similar fast paced role in a luxury hotel, restaurant or private member’s club advantageous
• Organised, professional with excellent people skills.
• Attention to detail, ability to work on own initiative.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of SevenRooms system is beneficial